Operational Risk Advisor, Asset Management (London)

Goldman Sachs; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is seeking an Associate in London to join the Risk, Operational Risk - Asset & Wealth Management function. You will serve as a trusted risk advisor, overseeing the second line of defense and collaborating with Asset Management stakeholders to guide risk-informed decisions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of operational risk or asset & wealth experience, with strong communication, data analysis, and presentation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of relevant experience working in either operational risk, or within Asset and Wealth Management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to present with impact and build consensus across senior stakeholder groups.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a focus on delivery.
• Proficiency in Excel & PowerPoint – Alteryx is a plus.
• Quick learner who can thrive working as part as a cross-regional team and individually.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted operational risk advisor to Asset Management stakeholders, providing practical guidance on risk implications, control enhancement opportunities, and risk-informed business decision-making.
• Oversee the operational risk framework within the second line of defense working closely with the first line whilst operating in an advisory capacity and able to provide robust challenge.
• Facilitate operational risk event management framework and data collection, including the detailed reviews of significant events to ensure appropriate remediation plans are developed and implemented.
• Perform data analysis to identify themes and trends, and provide actionable risk insights to support business and management decision-making on material and emerging risks.
• Ensure risk and control self-assessment (RCSA) and tail scenario assessments remain accurate and reflective of the current risk profile through periodic and risk-based trigger reviews.
• Perform review and challenge of first line Risk and Control Assessment ratings to ensure an appropriate measurement approach has been employed with appropriate assessment rationale.
• Conduct scenario analysis by working with stakeholders to develop and quantify scenarios measuring tail risks used for stress testing and capital calculations.
• Contribute to the advancement of operational risk methods and practices and the operational risk management framework.
• Create Management reporting using Alteryx, Tableau, or other advanced data visualization tools.
• Develop clear, decision-oriented analysis and presentations for senior management, executive committees, and regulatory engagement, highlighting key risk insights and recommendations.
• Review and evaluate new business initiatives, expanded activity and firm acquisitions to identify and articulate changes to the operational risk profile of the division.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Analytical thinking

Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Alteryx

Tableau

Job description

Goldman Sachs is seeking an Associate in London to join the Risk, Operational Risk - Asset & Wealth Management function. You will serve as a trusted risk advisor, overseeing the second line of defense and collaborating with Asset Management stakeholders to guide risk-informed decisions.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3+ years of operational risk or asset & wealth experience, with strong communication, data analysis, and presentation skills.