YOUR IMPACT

The Tactical Asset Allocation Team is seeking a Senior Associate who will focus on monitoring market conditions, conducting in-depth research and generating actionable insights across various commodity sectors (energy, metals, agriculture, etc.). The ideal candidate will have a strong background in macroeconomic analysis, quantitative research, and an understanding of the commodities market. 

OUR IMPACT 

Wealth Management

Across Wealth Management, Goldman Sachs helps empower clients and customers around the world to reach their financial goals. Our advisor-led 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, and corporations and their employees. Our consumer business provides digital solutions for customers to better spend, borrow, invest, and save. Across Wealth Management, our growth is driven by a relentless focus on our people, our clients and customers, and leading-edge technology, data and design.

Investment Strategy Group (ISG)

The Investment Strategy Group works with advisors and clients to help create an exceptional overall investment experience by ensuring that every client receives world-class investment advice that can help generate superior and consistent returns.

The Tactical Asset Allocation team (TAA) within ISG seeks to generate tactical alpha for clients’ portfolios by investing across macro asset classes (equities, fixed income, currencies and commodities).  In addition to its investment mandate, the TAA publishes several widely distributed reports and Outlooks each year, and is responsible for disseminating and communicating macro investment views to the firm’s clients.

HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL 

Conduct comprehensive research on commodity markets by analyzing price trends, market drivers, supply-demand dynamics, geopolitical factors, and macroeconomic indicatorsProduce detailed research highlighting key findings and recommendations for internal and external stakeholdersStay up-to-date on relevant market news, regulatory changes, and innovations in the commodities space to inform tactical viewsUtilize data analytics, quantitative models, and financial software tools to assess market conditions and generate predictive insights

 SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field. Advanced degree (Master’s or CFA) is a plus 3 - 5+ years of experience in investment research, trading, or related roles within asset management or financial services with a focus on commodity researchStrong understanding of commodity markets, including supply chain dynamics, futures, and derivativesProficiency in quantitative analysis and financial modeling using Excel and Python, Matlab, R, or related language Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills, especially the ability to explain complex technical concepts in simple termsPassion for markets and investingAbility to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environmentAttention to detail, patience, and ability to multi-task under pressureSIE, Series 7 and 63 required (must be obtained within three months of employment) 

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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Salary Range
The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $85000-$160000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.