Investment Banking Division, Assistant at Goldman Tech

Job description

INVESTMENT BANKING

Our division works on some of the most complex financial challenges and transactions in the market today. Whether advising on a merger, providing financial solutions for an acquisition, or structuring an initial public offering, we handle projects that help clients at major milestones. We work with corporations, pension funds, financial sponsors, and governments and are team of strong analytical thinkers, who have a passion for producing out-of-the-box ideas.

Job Summary

The Investment Banking Division is looking for an administrative assistant in Johannesburg to support a team of bankers. The Investment Banking Division provides broad-based, global service with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, privatisations, and equity, debt and high-yield financings. The role of administrative assistant is a critical and entrusted position within the division.

Responsibilities And Qualifications

Principal Responsibilities

• Proactive management of complex diaries, travel schedules and itineraries
• Co-ordination of internal and external meetings
• Professionally and confidently managing client communications in bankers’ absence; regular interaction with senior level executives
• Timely and thorough processing of administrative tasks (e.g., time sheets, expenses)
• Administrative duties for the Johannesburg office, including preparation of presentation documents, and various visa processes

Basic Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills
• Highest attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork; ability to work collaboratively
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely
• Responsive and professional telephone answering; accurate and detailed messages
• Proactive, quick thinking; ability to take initiative and prioritise
• Discretion; ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially at all times
• Composure under pressure; ability to work in a dynamic environment
• Financial services experience preferred
• Preferably 2 years’ experience as an administrative assistant, or 4 years’ experience in a customer service field