Human Capital Management - Talent - Vice President - Birmingham

Our division recruits, develops and rewards the people of Goldman Sachs. Our teams advise, design and implement strategies, processes and technologies that help our people advance professionally, drive productivity and help the firm and our clients achieve superior results. We look for individuals with strong problem solving and analytical skills, innovative thinking and intellectual curiosity who want to make an impact on the success of the firm’s most valuable asset, our people.

At Goldman Sachs, our culture is one of teamwork, innovation and meritocracy. We often say our people are our greatest asset and we take pride in supporting each colleague both professionally and personally. From collaborative work spaces and mindfulness classes to working from home and flexible work options, we offer our people the support they need to reach their goals in and outside the office.

YOUR IMPACT

Are you interested in talent development and diversity and inclusion? Are looking for a new opportunity to showcase your leadership, communication, problem-solving and analytical skills? Do you have a passion for working with people? We have an exciting Vice President role in our Birmingham office, in our Talent team.

You will be valued for your intellectual curiosity, your stakeholder management skills, your innovative approach to problem-solving, and your strong analytical skills. You will have a direct impact on the success of the firm’s most valuable asset: our people.

OUR IMPACT

As a division, HCM recruits, develops, and rewards the people of Goldman Sachs. Our teams advise, design, and implement strategies, processes, and technologies that help our people advance professionally, drive productivity, and help the firm and our clients achieve superior results.

The Talent team is the leading voice and advisor to the firm to achieve exceptional performance through data, tailored learning experiences, accountability, culture, and brand. We help evolve the firm’s diversity strategy by fostering an environment that values different perspectives, challenges conventional thinking, and maximizes the potential of all our people.

Responsibilities:

Deliver world class and innovative talent strategies, and execute talent initiatives in partnership with others and on time
Strengthen our external brand as a firm to attract and retain the best talent
Drive engagement, accountability and governance in program delivery and communications, working closely with local and regional stakeholders
Leverage data and metrics to inform our approach, priorities and to communicate impact
Maintain focus on regulatory and policy changes, and local engagement
Provide strategic guidance to inclusion network leadership on how to expand membership and heighten cultural awareness
Partner with external local community organizations to provide opportunities for internal talent to increase connectivity through mentorship and philanthropic efforts
Skills and Relevant Experience:

Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 8+ years of relevant work experience in a corporate environment or Master’s Degree with 6+ years of relevant work experience
Demonstrated interest and experience in talent management, diversity and inclusion, learning session facilitation, talent program management, advocacy efforts, or other related fields
Excellent project management skills and planning ahead to meet deadlines
Learning program facilitation both virtually and in-person
Learning content design (e.g. people management training)
Results-oriented with ability to manage multiple complex, time-sensitive projects with multiple stakeholders
Ability to drive consensus and influence outcomes through focus on building effective and ongoing relationships locally and regionally
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a demonstrated client focus, and ability to share succinct and compelling messages to varying audiences and advise stakeholders
Exceptional attention to detail
Ability to manage confidential information and exercise sound judgment and risk management
Experience in a global team environment and of managing direct reports
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ability to create and deliver impactful presentations to varying audiences
Our division recruits, develops and rewards the people of Goldman Sachs. Our teams advise, design and implement strategies, processes and technologies that help our people advance professionally, drive productivity and help the firm and our clients achieve superior results. We look for individuals with strong problem solving and analytical skills, innovative thinking and intellectual curiosity who want to make an impact on the success of the firm’s most valuable asset, our people.