Private Wealth Management, Alternative Capital Markets , Associate, Zurich

NCAA (National Collegiate Athletic Association); Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment bank is seeking a senior analyst or junior associate to join its Alternative Capital Markets team. This role involves assisting with client portfolio reviews, providing market commentary, and collaborating across global teams. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of relevant experience and fluency in German, along with strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in investor relations or private markets.
• Fluency in German (written and spoken) is required.
• Strong writing and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client portfolio reviews and alternative portfolio analysis.
• Provide market commentary and fund updates.
• Manage projects related to business development and marketing.

Skills

Fluency in German

Team player

Leadership qualities

Time management

Communication skills

Analytical capabilities

Advanced Excel

Presentation skills

Job description

Wealth Management
Across Wealth Management, Goldman Sachs helps empower clients and customers around the world to reach their financial goals. Our advisor-led Private Wealth Management businesses provide financial planning, investment management, banking, and comprehensive advice to a wide range of clients, including ultra-high net worth and high net worth individuals, as well as family offices, foundations, and endowments. Our Consumer business offers digital solutions for customers to enhance their saving experience. Our growth is driven by a focus on our people, clients, and customers, and by leveraging leading-edge technology, data, and design.

Alternative Capital Markets (ACM)
ACM is a global team with over 50 alternative investment professionals working with high net worth individuals and family offices to develop custom private markets portfolios. ACM offers a platform including private equity, growth/venture capital, private credit, private real estate, hedge funds, co-investments, and impact private investing, including proprietary opportunities within GS Asset Management and external partners. We focus on implementation advice, sourcing, structuring, capital markets, client coverage, and investor relations across global portfolios. We are seeking a senior analyst or junior associate to join our team as we expand our coverage in Switzerland and continental Europe.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist with client portfolio reviews, including alternative portfolio analysis and implementation guidance, performance attribution, and fund commentary.
2. Provide market commentary, fund updates, and details on unique investment opportunities to PWM professionals and external clients.
3. Manage projects related to new business development, strategic planning, product development, and marketing infrastructure, including fund registration and setup.
4. Coordinate with legal, compliance, and fund servicing teams supporting PWM.
5. Connect sales teams with product teams in our Asset Management Division.
6. Collaborate with the ACM teams in New York and Asia on global projects, providing updates on fund performance and business analyses.

REQUIREMENTS / SKILLS:

• At least 2 years of relevant experience, preferably in investor relations or private markets (private equity, hedge funds).
• Fluency in German (written and spoken) is required.
• Strong team player with leadership qualities and initiative.
• Drive, organization, enthusiasm, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and analytical capabilities.
• Strong writing, presentation, and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized, capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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