Global Banking & Markets, IB Strats, VP, London

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Vice President for the Equity Capital Markets Strats Team in London. This pivotal role combines investment banking with innovative analytics, requiring expertise in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and programming. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with teams to optimize deal execution and contribute to groundbreaking solutions in capital markets. Join a forward-thinking firm dedicated to shaping the future of finance, where your skills will drive impactful change and foster professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the financial industry, preferably in capital markets.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop analyses and tools to help originate equity deals.
• Collaborate with Strats in the Financing Group globally.

Skills

Financial Modeling

Statistical Data Analysis

Algorithmic Problem Solving

Machine Learning

C++

Java

Python

Quantitative Reasoning

Analytical Reasoning

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree in Quantitative or Engineering Discipline

Job description

Job Description:

Overview

Investment Banking Strats (“IB Strats”) are active in marketing, structuring, pricing, and executing transactions for large corporations and institutions in the capital markets and M&A. We develop state-of-the-art quantitative and analytical methods for advising clients and building financing and risk-management solutions across products and industries.

IB Strats are both investment bankers and innovators that create analytics and scalable technology platforms that will shape the future of investment banking and how we connect with clients. Direct participation in client interactions, deal executions, and other core commercial activities allows us to be in the optimal position to develop technical innovations that create economic leverage and differentiate the firm.

Our team members are financial engineers and data scientists who share a passion for investment banking and the financial markets.

Primary Responsibilities

The Financing Group within the Global Banking and Markets Division is looking to hire a Vice President in London for the Equity Capital Markets Strats Team. This Strat will work closely with the Equity Capital Markets group, which originates, structures, and executes equity financings and solutions on behalf of Goldman Sachs's global corporate client base. This Strat will develop analyses and tools to help originate equity deals through targeting and marketing, and to optimize deal execution. The work involves financial modeling, statistical data analysis techniques, algorithmic problem solving, and machine learning to identify and solve business problems. The role will require close collaboration with Strats in the Financing Group globally.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in a quantitative or engineering discipline
• At least 5 years of prior experience in the financial industry, preferably in a capital markets role
• Familiarity with corporate finance, financial modeling, and financial engineering
• Familiarity with statistical techniques, including theory and programming implementation
• Strong quantitative / analytical reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Strong technical and computer programming skills with proficiency in programming languages such as C++/JAVA/Python
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interest in finance, investment banking, and the capital markets

About Goldman Sachs

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital, and ideas to help our clients, shareholders, and communities grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in our workplace and beyond, providing opportunities for professional and personal growth through our training, development programs, and benefits. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at /careers. We’re dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities during our recruiting process.