Goldman Sachs Alternatives - Sustainability Investing - Senior Analyst/Associate - London

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Senior Analyst/Associate for its Sustainable Investing division in London. This role offers the opportunity to engage in impactful investment opportunities focused on decarbonization and climate solutions. You will collaborate with talented colleagues, manage high-profile transactions, and develop strategies for portfolio companies. Join a firm that values integrity and transparency, and be part of a team dedicated to delivering positive environmental impacts while achieving long-term capital appreciation. If you're passionate about investing and sustainability, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in investment banking or alternative asset management.
• Strong academic and professional record.

Responsibilities

• Involved in sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments.
• Perform due diligence and develop value creation strategies.

Skills

Investment Judgment

Entrepreneurial Mindset

Financial Modeling

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Relationship Building

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

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26.04.2025

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10.06.2025

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Job Description:

Goldman Sachs Alternatives manages over $400 billion in alternative assets as of December 31, 2023, making it a leading private market investing platform globally. As part of a top asset manager, you'll participate in exciting investment opportunities, collaborate with talented colleagues across regions and asset classes, and build meaningful relationships internally and externally. Our culture values integrity and transparency, and we are passionate about our craft, clients, and sustainable success. Goldman Sachs invests across the full spectrum of alternatives, including private equity, growth equity, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, and sustainability.

Sustainable Investing

The Sustainable Investing division focuses on growth and private equity investments in decarbonization and climate solutions. The team manages a dedicated fund, Horizon Environment and Climate Solutions I, which closed in 2022 with over $1.6 billion. We aim to deliver positive environmental impacts and long-term capital appreciation by investing in high-quality companies with strong management and supporting their development and value creation.

With the growing importance of sustainable investing, the EMEA team seeks an investment analyst or senior associate. Professionals in this group are responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and managing investments, including high-profile transactions like management buy-outs, take privates, and add-ons, playing a key role throughout the deal process and in value creation strategies.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

Associates will be involved in all investment cycle aspects: sourcing, evaluating themes and opportunities, building relationships with management and industry experts, performing due diligence, structuring and closing transactions, and developing and monitoring value creation strategies for portfolio companies.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

We seek a motivated, well-rounded team player passionate about investing and pursuing a long-term career at Goldman Sachs, with skills including:

• Good investment judgment and a thoughtful approach to opportunities
• Entrepreneurial mindset for evaluating new opportunities
• Versatility across industries and geographies

Communication Skills

• Excellent verbal and written skills; European language skills are a plus
• Structured, succinct presentation and communication abilities
• Relationship-building skills for internal and external stakeholders

Technical Skills

• Top-tier financial modeling and analytical skills, with a solid grasp of corporate finance
• Attention to detail in financial analytics

Soft Skills & Motivation

• High integrity, strong work ethic, enthusiasm for private equity
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects
• Resourcefulness in problem-solving

Background

• At least 1 year of experience in investment banking, consulting, corporate, private equity, or alternative asset management
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with a record of academic and professional excellence
• Interest in sustainability and decarbonization