Internal Audit Professional Practices Communication Liaison Associate

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