Global Banking & Markets Operations Associate - Ready To Margin

At Goldman Sachs, we connect people, capital and ideas to help solve problems for our clients. We are a leading global financial services firm providing investmentbanking, securities and investment management services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations, financial institutions, governments and individuals. For us, it’s all about bringing together people who are curious, collaborative and have the drive to make things possible for our clients and communities.

We have Collateral Management (Cleared and non-cleared), Portfolio Reconciliation , Margin Lending and Ready to Margin which are part of Margin, Collateral Valuations Operations (MCVO) sits within the Goldman Sachs Operations organization. A global, multi-faceted and cross product function, the primary objective of the department is the mitigation of counterparty credit risk through the active monitoring of clients’ derivative, prime brokerage, GS execution & clearing, derivatives clearing and securities financing portfolios.  

Products supported include foreign exchange, commodities, credit, equity, interest rate 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.

JOB SUMMARY AND RESPONSBILITIES

An employee within MCVO will primarily be focused on the mitigation of counterparty credit risk through the performance of a number of operational processes. They will be expected to perform these functions as well as demonstrating innovation and a proactive approach, highlighting inefficiencies, risks and implementing improvements. In addition, they will also be expected to provide a high level of service to their clients.

The role will involve close interaction with a wide range of areas of the bank including Credit Risk Management, Legal and Compliance, Sales, Trading, Controllers, Middle Office, Client Representatives, Central Clearing Services and other Operations Departments. As a result the successful candidate will be required to possess strong communication skills.

We promote cross training and ensure our employees develop a broad level of understanding across the varied departmental functions carried out. You can expect to be given early responsibility and in return you will be expected to contribute your own ideas to make a difference and add value to the group.

Some specific set of responsibilities are – 

Documentation Review & Digitization

• Review and analyze ISDA Master Agreements, CSAs, and other master documentation, identifying material clauses and key risk terms.
• Translate complex legal language into structured data, capturing terms (simple to highly structured) into our Credit, Legal, and Margin systems.
• Serve as the review and approval checkpoint before terms flow into downstream pricing, confirmation, collateral, and regulatory platforms.

Client Onboarding & Settlement Setup

• Own the setup of client Standard Settlement Instructions (SSIs) for cash and securities, including Alert, Non-Alert, third-party, and tri-party custodian accounts.
• Configure collateral accounts and work across platforms such as Acadia and TriOptima.

Cross-Functional Partnership

• Collaborate with Legal, Credit, Middle Office, Trading, Sales, Corporate Treasury, and Risk to resolve issues and unlock opportunities.
• Partner with Engineering to resolve system breaks and drive scalable enhancement

Risk, Controls & Continuous Improvement

• Identify operational risks and design robust controls to mitigate them.
• Ensure prompt resolution of regulatory exceptions (UMR, FINRA and SEC and more).
• Streamline workflows, build metrics with the global team, and contribute to new product reviews to ensure scalable support.

SKILLS / RELEVANT EXPERIENCE 

• Derivatives documentation experience — Ops documentation, drafting, middle office, or derivatives legal background.
• Strong familiarity with ISDA Master Agreements, schedules, and NY/UK law CSAs.
• Ability to deconstruct legal documentation into operational data components.
• Solid understanding of regulations such as UMR, FINRA, and Brexit-related changes and their margining implications.
• Skill in tracing data flows across systems to diagnose and resolve breaks.
• Hands-on experience with AcadiaSoft, TriOptima, SSI setup (Alert/Non-Alert), and tri-party custodian onboarding
• Detail-obsessed with a zero-defect mindset.
• Strong control orientation and sound judgment on when to escalate.
• Excellent verbal and written communication — comfortable drafting documentation and engaging internal stakeholders.
• A self-starter who thrives both independently and as part of a collaborative global team.
• Skilled at multitasking, prioritizing, and continuously learning

Functional & Technical Excellence

• Stay ahead of the curve — keep pace with evolving business, economic, and market trends that shape our industry.
• Bring strong technical and analytical skills, an eye for detail, and the initiative to continuously deepen your expertise.

Drive & Ownership

• Juggle multiple priorities with energy and focus.
• Set ambitious goals, push through obstacles, and take ownership of your own growth and performance.

Client & Business Focus

• Build trusted, long-term relationships with internal and external clients.
• Navigate difficult requests with poise, help clients articulate their needs, and set clear expectations.

Teamwork & Collaboration

• Be the kind of teammate others want to work with — collaborative across teams, inclusive of diverse voices, and quick to recognize others' contributions.

Clear, Compelling Communication

• Cut through complexity and communicate what matters — clearly, concisely, and with purpose.
• Share knowledge and ideas generously across the organization

Judgment & Problem Solving

• Think ahead — anticipate questions, plan for contingencies, and identify alternative solutions.
• See the big picture while dissecting complex issues with rigor.

Creativity & Innovation

• Challenge the status quo. Look for smarter ways to work and design creative, practical solutions that deliver real value.

Influencing Outcomes

• Build persuasive, well-reasoned cases for your ideas.
• Take a stand on the issues that matter and influence outcomes through sound rationale and credible recommendations.

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.  

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