What We Do

We pride ourselves in our resourcefulness and work on a variety of initiatives. On any given day, our work could include advising a company on a cross-border merger, structuring the initial public offering of a subsidiary, refinancing an outstanding bond and more.

As a division, our strategic objectives include:

• To be the world's preeminent investment bank - trusted advisor, financier and risk manager for our clients on their most important transactions
• Build long-term relationships with clients and bring them world-class execution by "delivering the firm" over time
• Drive superior returns for our stakeholders
• Be the employer of choice for all career levels by providing a highly dynamic, meritocratic, diverse and rewarding workplace

• Proactive diary management for busy investment bankers
• Arranging travel; organizing and providing detailed travel schedules
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to organize client meetings and full trip agendas
• Processing expenses and invoices in a timely manner
• Arranging internal and client meetings on and off the GS campus - booking of conference rooms and catering, registering guests, ensuring materials organized
• Adhering to Compliance regulations and gaining the relevant approvals
• General team admin including photocopying, printing, attendance tracking, phone answering and relaying messages
• Act as an integral member of the team; maintaining a high level of awareness of current priorities and support required
• Regularly facilitate knowledge sharing within the team and ensure relevant information is disseminated accordingly
• Involved in client event organization
• Flexibility to support assistant colleagues and cover when necessary

• Prior experience as an assistant, or in an administrative and/or customer service role
• Solid organizational skills - ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent interpersonal skills and teamwork; ability and willingness to work collaboratively amongst assistant team based both locally and globally.
• Ability to communicate clearly, concisely and confidently
• Proactivity - ability to take initiative, follow up where necessary without prompting and seek clarification when needed
• Strong work ethic with a positive attitude and growth mindset
• Ability to work well under pressure and stay professional in a busy environment
• Discretion - ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially at all times
• Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Fluent English
• Fluent Arabic preferred