Government Affairs Associate

Executive Office, The Office of Government Affairs, Washington D.C., Associate

Location(s) US-DC-Washington

EXECUTIVE OFFICE 

Our Executive Office is a group of diverse teams that shapes corporate strategy, culture, and brand. Whether communicating with employees, managing our brand, or articulating our strategy to investors and analysts, our work directly impacts how the firm is viewed by a variety of crucial stakeholders. You'll be part of a team of excellent communicators who are comfortable working in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS

The Office of Government Affairs

The Office of Government Affairs aims to advance the firm’s public policy agenda, promote constructive relations with governments and regulators, and serve as a source of information inside the firm about government and public policy.

This position provides the appropriate candidate with a unique opportunity to work with colleagues throughout the firm on matters critical to the firm’s relationships with key government officials, and to advance the firm’s commercial strategy.

Responsibilities

•Assist with the development and execution of the firm’s state and federal political engagement initiatives

•Work closely with Corporate Engagement and Corporate Communications to advance the firm’s community engagement programs

•Help with the creation of analysis and insights for senior leaders and clients on the macro political environment and election forecasts

Basic Qualifications:

•Ideally 3-7 years of fulltime work experience (Associate)

•Experience in a relevant field (such as government, political campaigns, financial services)

Preferred Qualifications:

•Strategic and innovative thinker

•Excellent communication and presentation skills

•Ability to work with all levels of an organization

•Ability to work under pressure, juggle multiple projects, and proactively working towards deadlines

•Client focus and commercial orientation

•Team player with ability to successfully work across all divisions of the firm

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm that provides a wide range of financial services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices in all major financial centers around the world.

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