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The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., is an American multinational investment bank and financial services company headquartered in Manhattan, NYC, and maintaining offices in all major financial centers around the world. It offers services in investment management, securities, asset management, prime brokerage, and securities underwriting. The bank is one of the largest investment banking enterprises in the world. In every area of Goldman Sachs, from the trading floor to the tech stacks, wealth management to risk management, each team contributes to innovations that drive progress. With a vast array of opportunities, the company seeks out people with all types of skills, interests and experiences - even those who have never imagined a career in finance.

Company - Public
Over $10B
Large
Multiple locations
Investment Banking & Securities Brokerage Firms
2011
Lloyd C. Blankfein
What departments Goldman Sachs employees work at?
DepartmentsRatio
Chief Executives33.3%
Financial Analysts and Advisors26.2%
other occupation17.4%
Computer / IT11.4%
Sales - Financial Services5.1%
Accounting / Finance - Other3.5%
Management - Other2.9%
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Professional experience

How many years of experience do Goldman Sachs employees have before joining?
Years of experience at Goldman Sachs: Newcomers: 48%, Experiencers: 20%, Experts: 16%, Veterans: 16%. Goldman Sachs employees have less than 3 years experience on average before joining.
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Where did Goldman Sachs employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before Goldman Sachs: Citi, Credit Suisse, Deloitte. Typical Goldman Sachs employees have worked at Citi.
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Citi
Credit Suisse
Deloitte
What industries did Goldman Sachs employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of Goldman Sachs: Commercial Banking Companies, Colleges / Universities, Investment Banking & Securities Brokerage Firms, Investing Companies, Consulting Companies. Goldman Sachs employees most likely come from a Commercial Banking Companies industry background.
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Where did Goldman Sachs employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at Goldman Sachs: Small: 27%, Medium: 10%, Large: 63%. Most Goldman Sachs employees have previously worked at large companies.
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Educational background

What did employees at Goldman Sachs study?
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Where did employees at Goldman Sachs study?
Brigham Young University-Idaho
Columbia University in the City of New York
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Employee data

How long do people stay in a role at Goldman Sachs?
Time employed at Goldman Sachs: <1: 17%, 1-3: 31%, 4-8: 29%, 9-13: 13%, 14-20: 7%, 20+: 3%. Most Goldman Sachs employees stay with the company for 1-3 years which is less than the industry average.
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How does Goldman Sachs rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at Goldman Sachs: 66.3% Male and 33.7% Female. Age ratio at Goldman Sachs: 16-20: 0%, 21-30: 59%, 31-40: 29%, 41-50: 9%, 51-60: 3%, 60+: 0%. Goldman Sachs rates - 9.3% less female than the industry average. Most Goldman Sachs employees are 21-30, which is below the industry median age range.
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Career advancement

How does Goldman Sachs rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at Goldman Sachs: high. Goldman Sachs ranks high for career advancement which is above the industry average.
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What companies do Goldman Sachs employees go on to work at?
Future employers of Goldman Sachs: Bank of America, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, BlackRock, Citi, Google. People who work at Goldman Sachs most typically go on to work for the Bank of America.
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Google

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What industry is Goldman Sachs in?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
Accounting/Finance.
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What’s the stock symbol of Goldman Sachs?
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Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
GS.
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Where is Goldman Sachs’s HQ?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
New York, NY.
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gender breakdown at Goldman Sachs?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
gender ratio is 33.7% female, 66.3% male.
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When was Goldman Sachs founded?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
2011.
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What’s Goldman Sachs’s yearly revenue?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
over $10b, i think
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Who is the CEO of Goldman Sachs?
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Sophie Hayes4 years ago
Lloyd C. Blankfein.
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What’s the average length of tenure at Goldman Sachs?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
Typically 1-3 year(s).
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what kind of companies did Goldman Sachs employees work for?
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Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
Large companies before Goldman Sachs.
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what are the chances of career advancement at Goldman Sachs?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
high.
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where do employees go to work after leaving Goldman Sachs?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
Most went to work for one of these companies: Bank of America, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, BlackRock, Citi, Google, J.P. Morgan, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Morgan Stanley
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Where did employees work before joining Goldman Sachs?
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Benjamin Gardner4 years ago
Citi, Credit Suisse, Deloitte, Deutsche Bank, EY, J.P. Morgan, JPMorgan Chase & Co., Morgan Stanley.
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What’s the average age at Goldman Sachs?
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Liam Brown4 years ago
21-30.
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Where did most of Goldman Sachs employees go to school?
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Isabella Holmes4 years ago
Brigham Young University-Idaho, Columbia University in the City of New York, New York University, University of Pennsylvania, University of Utah.
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how amazing it would be if they offer pizza on every weekend to their employees.
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A year ago
it would be great if it was in their benefit 😑
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A year ago
Pizza Hut coupons!!! XD
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Idk 😕 what kind of questions they may ask at interview. I'm confused
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A year ago
just a quick maths quizz
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A year ago
JUST KIDDING
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Goldman Sachs is the best place to work if you get through your interview. Typical day at GS involves group meetings and on shore business meetings.
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A year ago
Access to state-of-the-art technology
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A year ago
Room for advancement, tests needed to pass to advance, good benefits. Detailed oriented and organisation are extremely important. Relocation is available in many cities, global company.
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pay is proportional. People are very smart and hard working. Upward mobility is very feasible. You can grow a career here or find very lucrative exit opportunities.
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A year ago
I really can't thank them enough for everything they did for me ☺
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A year ago
I came here for a job but ended up getting a career ♥
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It deals most of the time to the commercial banking companies.
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A year ago
i think one should apply if they have similar experience🙂
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A year ago
i wish i could, but my mom fell ill, i need to take care of her 😮
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The team at Goldman Sachs is exceptional. They are knowledgeable, dedicated and work well together. The company is highly selective and only hires the best talent in the industry.
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A year ago
too good to be true 🤣
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A year ago
what is so exceptional thing about them? 🧠
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It was a great place to begin a career - we really learned a lot in our different tasks! There was not necessarily for the money, the perks and the funds were very good
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A year ago
Firm dedication to corporate responsibility and sustainability
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A year ago
Firm commitment to corporate responsibility and sustainability
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Had a good experience with this company, though others ran into issues with work/life balance.
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A year ago
I can literally never compromise on the balance between my professional and personal life!
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A year ago
why issues with the work life balance? 💭
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The building itself was beautiful and amazing. Coworkers and management were extremely nice and helpful. the job was not hard at all and we were compensated very well for it.
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A year ago
Diverse and inclusive work atmosphere
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A year ago
Diverse and inclusive work environment
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I love the atmosphere as well as how easy they make it to be successful. Training gave me all the basics I needed. They trust your judgement and have awesome sick/vacation packages.
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A year ago
The only reason why one can be confident about applying here for a job is because they offer trainings at this start of your work
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A year ago
can't apply here as long as my current contract is going on with my company but once it gets over I will definitely check out the job openings
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I was great experience working for the company. Learned a lot. Good benefit , great pay and best of all amazing people to work with.
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A year ago
Engage with a diverse clientele
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A year ago
Work alongside skilled and experienced peers
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Goldman Sachs is a highly respected company in finance industry. They have a diverse range of clients and provide a wide range of services. The work culture is fast-paced and challenging, but also very rewarding.
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A year ago
totally. If once you have worked here you would have an amazing name on your resume
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A year ago
I would suggest that everyone should get a experience here at least once in their life
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Best job I ever had !!! Everyone was so easy ro work with and as a team to!!! Sad it had to end but on to the next one right , . Pay was GREAT as well
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A year ago
Innovative and forward-thinking corporate culture
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A year ago
Innovative and forward-thinking company culture
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Working at Goldman Sachs is a great opportunity for those interested in investment banking and finance. The company is well-established and has a strong reputation in the industry.
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A year ago
in fact they also hire people without any past experience
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A year ago
Yes if you want to grow in your career this is just the right place for you
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Best company with good Team members and good place for learning and development . Workplace culture is very good, got good management . Learnt so many positive and adopted activities and leaning things from the company .
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A year ago
Involved in significant and impactful assignments
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A year ago
Opportunity to work on high-profile and impactful projects
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The company culture at Goldman Sachs is one of excellence. The management team is highly experienced and encourages employees to strive for success.
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A year ago
I have so much to learn from them
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A year ago
their culture is their pride 😊
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Goldman Sachs is one the best place to work at as it provides equal opportunity to everyone. Perfect platform to grow and excel in career through multiple tools.
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A year ago
Company that prioritizes integrity and ethical conduct
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A year ago
Enjoyed my time working at Goldman Sachs. Its a great company to work for. I covered a maternity contract within the busy Securities Division supporting 60 bankers.
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Great people and culture. Very positive experience. The culture allowed me to try different things and interact with senior management.
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A year ago
No office politics or drama. You can come and work peacefully.
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A year ago
Positivity is filled right in the air.
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Loved working there. Proud to say I worked there and it was worth the commute from NJ. They paid well and they truly care about every employee!
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A year ago
Progressive company philosophy
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A year ago
Outstanding opportunities for career advancement
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After leaving this company, bank of America may hire you!!
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A year ago
One of my friend complete the tenure and got same opportunity
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A year ago
once I'm here I wouldn't quit for the WORLD
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Productive and fun workplace. At goldman workplace review. At workplace review. This at workplace review. Somehow this is required but not sure why this
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A year ago
no pressure on the deadlines which is the great thing!
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A year ago
They are complete focus is on your productivity and well-being at the same.
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Great place to Work! The corporate culture was great, my colleagues were great, the city was nice place to live, the compensation was more thank fair.
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A year ago
no wonder why people are very happy with their jobs here!
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A year ago
If everything goes so great then why did you leave the workplace?
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Enjoyed my previous stint of 6 Years at Goldman Sachs, it was nice working in a global environment where the teams are expanded across 3 regions.
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A year ago
Participate in high-profile and meaningful projects
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A year ago
Inclusive work culture
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Its a big multinational investment bank in America.
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A year ago
One must apply in this bank as it will bright your future
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A year ago
amazing opportunity to work there. 🙂
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this is an excellent place to work i had never considered working for them before. it's a great place to work there are being very flexible with me no
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A year ago
Collaborate with accomplished and seasoned colleagues
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A year ago
Opportunity to work with talented and experienced colleagues
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One of my friends was worried about the location but he easily join the office near to his location
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A year ago
i dont know but i think there branches are located in various area.
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A year ago
✨theblessingsofHO
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Excellent work place. A great company to work for. I rate it very high in all aspects of a company. Its one of the top employee friendly organizations.
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A year ago
Chance to make a real impact on clients' lives
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A year ago
I enjoy the culture of helping business owners to devise growth strategies. I get to work with businesses on specific problems that are impeding their growth, and ability to take their businesses to the next level.
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I actually really love working for GS. It’s challenging, my team members are very helpful and my managers want to see me succeed and help me complete my personal career goals.
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A year ago
Company that values integrity and ethical behavior
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A year ago
A company that values integrity and ethical behavior
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Currently they are offering the position of associate.
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A year ago
idk 😕 what they require for this position. I've experience of same position of 3 years
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A year ago
oh really i'm lucky because i've just complted my bachelors
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I started fresh out of nutrition school and became the wellness Director for Goldman’s employee wellness program. The hiring person emphasized that they hire by values, character, willingness to learn and skills last.
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A year ago
How cool is that. Relieved to know how much they care.
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A year ago
You are blessed to find an amazing job and people around you😚
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The work culture at Goldman is really good.You get to work with a lot of qualified people. Your opinion matters and management is really very friendly.
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A year ago
Attractive compensation and benefits package
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A year ago
Competitive compensation and benefits package
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Had a great time there though 16 hour shift were a bit too much. Made a few millions so can't complain. Maybe I'll come back to make another few when I go back from costa rica.
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A year ago
Unparalleled opportunities for professional growth
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A year ago
Excellent opportunity for career growth and development
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Here, we make things possible. Here, what we do extends far beyond finance. Discover a day in the life of our people and learn more about our culture.
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A year ago
The salary is mind blowing I was finally able to pay off my debt
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A year ago
You sound one of the owners.
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I've heard of the long work hours here, which is 50 hours a week. I don't mind it, everyone here is expected to work hard, and everyone is great at that, as well as helping each other.
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A year ago
Leading role in financial markets
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A year ago
Generous compensation and benefits package
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Good place to work. The environment was great. I really enjoyed working here. The work load was a lot but that helped me become more motivated and active in my work ethics.
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A year ago
are they hiring interns?
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A year ago
definitely a good place to work especially for the students😊
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Working was fun. This company offers flexible schedules and you are paid fairly. I really liked the work that I did as well as the people I worked with.
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A year ago
Superb training and development programs
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A year ago
Excellent training and development programs
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Extremely efficient, knowledgeable, intelligent workforce. There is an immense scope for learning. Quick problem solving behaviour helps people increase their productivity.
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A year ago
this is why it takes a lot of time for them to hire Now I understand
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A year ago
no wonder why people love their work here
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I would never substitute this amazing career for.any other field . Thus experience lead me to my destiny of.being an investment banker analyst by my 33rd birthday. Which is on October 4,2021.
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A year ago
Interact with global clientele
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A year ago
Opportunity to work with a global client base
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I believe it's great company that really builds, and shoots to bring the best of every team mate. It was very challenging but also very impactful with supportive team to guide and support when needed.
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A year ago
You can never have a dull moment with them
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A year ago
They work with each individual to make sure that they bring out the best in them😊
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Goldman Sachs is a great company, it rewards innovation, hard work, team work and all ideas. It hires highly motivated individuals and although the hours can be long the time is rewarding.
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A year ago
yeah the hours can be really long sometimes
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A year ago
what is the most great thing about them? 💭
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I've heard that the industry offers high career advancement. It's the reson i love to work in this company
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A year ago
its an amazing thing for the employees i think one should apply for the current oppenings🙂
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A year ago
idk if its true because very few companies have high career advancement🤔
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I like this company very much. I have been working here for more than a decade!
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A year ago
more than a decade? oh my God
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A year ago
what do you like the most? 🥲
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Pretty tough culture but great compensation and great name for the future, also opportunities to work in different positions throughout the firm over time
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A year ago
Pioneering role in shaping financial markets
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A year ago
Leading role in shaping financial markets
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long day at work - very talented colleagues but the firm runs very lean, you end up doing 3-4 ppl worth of work while being on the opposite end of the brand discount people keep dreaming about being able to work at GS.
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A year ago
Top player in financial services industry
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A year ago
Leading company in financial services industry
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No micro managing Just get in there and be part of a team and deliver results. Great leadership support to get new employees integrated into the organization.
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A year ago
Superior training and development programs
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A year ago
Very Demanding,High level of excellence required . Interaction with all levels of management,Have to be able to deliver at a high level .Very rewarding
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I've seen on their website that they ask for prior experience for almost all positions they offer.
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A year ago
i dont know what to do because i've applied but have no experience😟
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A year ago
MAYBE. THEY. CAN. TTRAIN. NEWCOMERSS.
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You will tend to work for 10 hours which is daily working hours.However, if you utilize your time well then you may not have to extend. If you want to grow in this company it is very important to have networking.
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A year ago
we do get weekends off right?
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A year ago
not only in this company but everywhere else as well it is important to have good network.
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I was a consultant so im not sure why I have to put in this review. I loved how everyone welcomed me in this cpompany!
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A year ago
your review is as important as other employees reviews are.
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A year ago
why don't you think that the consultant should put up a review? 🧠
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I have had positive experience working at Goldman Sachs. The company has strong reputation in the industry and the training and development opportunities are excellent. The company is constantly evolving and there is always something new to learn.
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A year ago
I wish that nothing but more success in the future
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A year ago