GBM Public, Commodities Institutional Sales, Analyst, London
Goldman Sachs · London, England, United Kingdom
- On site
- Full-time
- £60,000 / year
- London, England, United Kingdom
Job highlights
- Manage client relationships in commodities sales.
- Analyze market trends and client data.
- Support derivative transaction execution.
- Develop trade ideas and client communications.
- Collaborate with internal trading and sales teams.
About the role
Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst
Our core value is building strong relationships with our institutional clients, which include corporations, financial service providers, and fund managers. We help them buy and sell financial products on exchanges around the world, raise funding, and manage risk. This is a dynamic, entrepreneurial team that includes individuals who have a passion for the markets and who thrive in fast-paced, changing environments and are energized by a bustling trading floor.
At Goldman Sachs, our culture is one of teamwork, innovation and meritocracy. We often say our people are our greatest asset and we take pride in supporting each colleague both professionally and personally.
Business Segment And Role Overview
Equities & FICC: We make markets in and clear client transactions on major stock, options and futures exchanges worldwide. Through our global sales force, we maintain relationships with our clients, receiving orders and distributing investment research, trading ideas, market information and analysis.
The Commodities Institutional Sales desk works with a range of clients (e.g. Hedge Funds, Asset Managers, Pension & Endowment Funds) primarily located across EMEA. Team members help strengthen client relationships across the hedge fund and real money franchises by partnering with Trading, Strats, Federation members, as well as other internal GS Sales teams. On a day-to-day basis, team members will be expected to deliver exceptional client relationship management, stay connected with market events across all commodities products markets, and work with the wider team to support and build the overall business.
Responsibilities
- Supporting senior sales coverage with structuring, pricing and executing derivative transactions with existing clients in both the hedge fund and real money spaces
- Understanding commodities market fundamentals and trends and communicating information to clients
- Collecting, managing and analyzing data related to industry trends and client trading activity
- Producing commentary ranging from a variety of client e-mails to weekly and monthly strategy performance updates
- Developing content and generating trade ideas by liaising with trading teams and GIR
- Executing and booking of tactical/flow-based trades across the asset class; identifying opportunities for low-touch execution
- Interacting with CRMA, Legal and Ops teams internally to help enhance client experience and seamless trade execution
- Helping build new client relationships by working with internal teams to expand the business
- Supporting syndication efforts by working with trading and other sales teams to identify opportunities in offsetting risk management
- Working with strategist teams to assist with back-tests and strategy development on an as-needed basis
Skills & Experience We're Looking For
- Strong academic record with Bachelor’s degree, equivalent or above required
- Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving ability
- Ability to multi-task, manage competing priorities and work well under pressure
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be a collaborative team player
- Preferred at least 6 months or 1-year experience either within Sales & Trading, or Investment Banking
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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Key skills/competency
- Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst
- Institutional Clients
- Financial Products
- Market Analysis
- Derivative Transactions
- Client Relationship Management
- Sales & Trading
- Investment Banking
- Quantitative Analysis
- Risk Management
Skills & topics
- Commodities
- Institutional Sales
- Analyst
- Sales & Trading
- Investment Banking
- Derivatives
- Market Analysis
- Client Relationship Management
- Financial Markets
- London
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight quantitative skills, sales & trading experience, and market knowledge relevant to commodities.
- Showcase client focus: Emphasize experience in building and managing relationships with institutional clients.
- Demonstrate analytical prowess: Provide examples of data analysis, trend identification, and problem-solving.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss market events, trading strategies, and your passion for finance.
- Network and research: Understand Goldman Sachs' culture, values, and recent market insights.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst role at Goldman Sachs?
- The Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst role at Goldman Sachs focuses on building and strengthening relationships with institutional clients, primarily in the EMEA region. This involves supporting senior sales coverage, understanding market fundamentals, executing derivative transactions, and collaborating with internal teams to drive business growth.
- What kind of clients will I be working with as a Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst at Goldman Sachs?
- As a Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst, you will be working with a diverse range of institutional clients, including Hedge Funds, Asset Managers, Pension Funds, and Endowment Funds, primarily located across the EMEA region.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst?
- Key responsibilities include supporting senior sales with structuring and executing derivative transactions, analyzing commodities market trends, managing client data, producing market commentary, developing trade ideas, executing trades, and liaising with internal teams like CRMA, Legal, and Ops to enhance client experience.
- What qualifications are essential for the Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst position?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's degree, strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the capacity to multitask and work under pressure. A collaborative team player attitude is also crucial.
- What is the preferred experience for a Commodities Institutional Sales Analyst at Goldman Sachs?
- Goldman Sachs prefers candidates with at least 6 months to 1 year of experience in Sales & Trading or Investment Banking. This experience helps in understanding the dynamic nature of the markets and client interactions.
- How does Goldman Sachs foster a positive work environment for its employees in this role?
- Goldman Sachs emphasizes a culture of teamwork, innovation, and meritocracy. They pride themselves on supporting colleagues both professionally and personally through various development opportunities, firmwide networks, and wellness programs.
- What is the significance of the Equities & FICC segment at Goldman Sachs?
- The Equities & FICC segment at Goldman Sachs is responsible for making markets and clearing client transactions on global exchanges. It involves a global sales force that maintains client relationships, distributes research, and provides trading ideas and market analysis.