Executive Office, Media Relations, Associate, New York
About The Position
The Executive Office plays an integral role in setting and advancing Goldman Sachs’ corporate strategy, and in preserving the firm’s distinctive culture. We are responsible for safeguarding the firm’s relationship with alumni, clients, shareholders, policy makers, and the broader public, while ensuring that our own people remain informed about the firm’s evolving priorities. We also partner with the businesses to source high-impact opportunities in line with the firm’s social and sustainability agendas. The Corporate Communications team within the Executive Office of Goldman Sachs seeks to promote and protect the firm's culture, brand and reputation. The Media Relations, Associate role is part of the Corporate Communications team, helping to develop and implement a range of media strategies and communications tools. Our firm drives headline news nearly every business day, setting the pace for global industry trends. We’re seeking exceptional candidates who have a passion for all types of news, financial markets and the constantly evolving media landscape. You'll be part of a team of experienced communicators with backgrounds in global finance, technology, media and politics. The 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.
Requirements
- 4-8 years of experience in media relations at a financial services-related institution such as an investment bank, hedge fund, asset manager, government organization, a financial technology company or a public relations firm with related clients
- Experience speaking directly with reporters
- Ability to conduct in-depth research and develop strategic solutions to complex problems
- Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to effectively manage your time, work across projects and meet deadlines in a dynamic media environment
- Understands the importance of timely delivery and tracking of news
- Enthusiastic – high energy, team-oriented with a well-organized “can do” approach
- Skilled writer and editor with outstanding attention to detail; experience crafting and editing high-quality strategic communications for internal (C-Suite) and external audiences.
Nice To Haves
- Basic proficiency in using Co-Pilot and other AI chatbots to improve project workflow. Experience with Smartsheet, Sharepoint, Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, as well as media monitoring tools such as Muckrack, Signal AI, Factiva or related platforms.
Responsibilities
- Help develop and execute proactive media engagement programs across our Global Banking and Markets business, Global Investment Research teams and executive office functions, such as technology, operations and finance
- Lead the development of written materials including press releases, talking points, briefings and statements
- Collaborate with other Executive Office functions to handle corporate issues for the firm in a holistic manner
- Maintain and develop relationships with reporters at target publications
- Contribute to media monitoring, analysis and reporting processes to provide timely updates and insights to senior leadership
- Understand issues at the intersection of business, technology, economics and public policy
Benefits
- Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here [https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/discover/2022-Benefits-Summary-US.pdf].
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
