Global Banking & Markets, Margin, Collateral Valuations Operations (MCVO), Analyst, London

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000

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Global Banking & Markets, Margin, Collateral Valuations Operations (MCVO), Analyst, London

Location: London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

22.03.2025

Expiry Date:

06.05.2025

Job Description:

YOUR IMPACT

Goldman Sachs is a meritocracy where you will be given all the tools to help you develop. You will have access to excellent training programmes designed to improve multiple facets of your skills portfolio. Our in-house training programme, ‘Goldman Sachs University’ offers a comprehensive series of courses that you will have access to as your career progresses. You will be given a mentor from outside of your immediate department to provide you with objective advice and guidance on your career development. We value internal mobility, allowing you to take on new challenges over time to ensure that you remain stimulated and help in your continued professional and personal development. Goldman Sachs is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, colour, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other basis that is prohibited by applicable law.

OUR IMPACT

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities and investment management services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals. The firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong and other major financial centers around the world. Founded in 1869, Goldman Sachs has a commitment to hiring and training outstanding leaders. Our business principles are rooted in integrity, commitment to excellence, innovation, and teamwork, enabling us to execute successfully a business strategy focused on extraordinary client service and superior long-term financial performance for our shareholders.

BUSINESS UNIT OVERVIEW

Margin, Collateral Valuations Operations (MCVO) sits within the Goldman Sachs Global Market Operations organization comprising of Collateral Management (Cleared and Uncleared), Portfolio Reconciliation, and Margin Lending. The primary objective of the department is the mitigation of counterparty credit risk through the active monitoring of clients’ portfolios. The London MCVO team works closely with teams in New York, Bengaluru, Singapore, Warsaw & Salt Lake City.

Products supported include foreign exchange, commodities, credit, equity, interest rate, repurchase transactions, and bespoke structured derivatives. The team manages a wide range of complex processes, with members developing skills and competencies around derivative & security products and their respective business areas, legal agreements, technology flows, and regulations.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Functional Expertise - Keeps up-to-date with emerging business, economic, and market trends.
• Technical Skills - Demonstrates strong technical skills required for the role, pays attention to detail, and takes initiative to broaden knowledge.
• Drive and Motivation - Successfully handles multiple tasks and works intensely towards challenging goals.
• Client and Business Focus - Builds trusting, long-term relationships with clients and manages client/business expectations.
• Teamwork - Collaborates with others within and across teams.
• Communication Skills - Communicates relevant and important information clearly and concisely.
• Judgment and Problem Solving - Anticipates questions and finds alternative solutions.
• Creativity/Innovation - Looks for new ways to improve current processes.
• Influencing Outcomes - Presents sound, persuasive rationale for ideas or opinions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and a strong appreciation of client service.
• Flexible to manage conflicting challenges.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-moving environment.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to cope with rapidly changing priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and multi-tasking skills.
• Ability to generate creative solutions to problems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

PREFERRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:

• Familiarity with Excel macros and other functions.
• Good working knowledge of product flows and systems, including OTC derivatives.
• Understanding of financial markets and trade life cycle.
• Lead by example to challenge status quo.
• Solid work ethic and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to synthesize information to identify risk hotspots.
• Prior experience with the Margin Lending business.
• Experience working within Financial Services with exposure to Over the Counter Derivatives.

Languages will be beneficial as the Analyst will be interacting with clients from across Europe.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

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