Internal Audit, Professional Practices Communication Liaison, Associate, New York

The Goldman Sachs Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs seeks an Associate in Internal Audit's Professional Practices Communication Liaison to help shape and deliver strategic internal communications. You will partner with senior leaders to craft executive messaging, plan Townhalls, and support division-wide initiatives across Internal Audit.

You'll translate complex audit concepts into clear, engaging content, manage the internal communications program, and explore new tools to enhance impact while working with cross-functional teams

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field.
• At least two years of experience in Internal Communications or related field.
• Ability to translate complex audit concepts into clear messaging.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a strategic communication plan defining messages, channels, audiences and timing.
• Ensure communications are clear, consistent, and aligned to stakeholder needs.
• Identify opportunities for engagement across Internal Audit.
• Draft communication for senior leadership, Townhalls, events, and initiatives.
• Assist in planning and execution of division-wide events.
• Partner with Executive Office to align with firmwide messaging.
• Act as liaison to standardize executive messaging and formats.
• Manage Internal Audit’s internal communications program with evolving tech.
• Identify new tools and techniques in internal communications.

Skills

Communications degree

Internal communications

Audits concepts

Writing and editing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Job description

Internal Audit, Professional Practices Communication Liaison, Associate

Internal Audit at Goldman Sachs

In Internal Audit, we ensure that Goldman Sachs maintains effective controls by assessing the reliability of financial reports, monitoring the firm's compliance with laws and regulations, and advising management on developing smart control solutions. Our group has unique insight on the financial industry and its products and operations. We're looking for detail-oriented team players who have an interest in financial markets and want to gain insight into the firm's operations and control processes.

Team Overview

The Professional Practice Group (PPG) is comprised of quality assurance, practices, learning and development and transformation activities.

Critical thinking, problem-solving, communication, collaboration, creativity, and adaptability are key skills and core responsibilities for anyone in the PPG team.

Additionally, as a member of PPG you'll contribute across all disciplines with the opportunity to specialize in supporting the delivery of high-quality, consistent and risk-focused assurance work.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Develop a strategic communication plan that defines key messages, communication channels, target audiences, and timing


• Ensure communications are clear, consistent, and aligned to the needs of targeted stakeholders


• Explore and identify opportunities to create meaningful engagement and connection across Internal Audit


• Draft communication for senior leadership, Townhalls, Internal Audit events, and division-wide initiatives


• Assist in planning and execution of division-wide events


• Partner with the Executive Office to align with firmwide messaging


• Act as a liaison to senior leadership to standardize executive messaging and optimize internal messaging formats


• Play a critical role in managing Internal Audit's internal communication program by utilizing evolving technologies for optimal impact


• Identify new tools and techniques in the internal communication space

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or related field


• At least two years of experience in Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, or a related field (financial services experience preferred)


• Ability to translate and communicate complex themes, audit methodology, and regulatory concepts effectively


• Outstanding written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills


• Strong writing, editing, organizational, and proofreading skills


• Ability to manage multiple tasks, balance competing priorities, and work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to 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 and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.

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