MISSION STATEMENT
The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. is a leading global financial services firm providing investment banking, securities
and investment management services to a substantial and diversified client base that includes corporations,
financial institutions, governments and high-net-worth individuals. Founded in 1869, the firm is headquartered in
New York and maintains offices in London, Frankfurt, Tokyo, Hong Kong and other major financial centers around
the world.
COMPANY CULTURE
Our unique culture is based on client service, excellence, teamwork, meritocracy, commitment to diversity and
service to the global community. Throughout our history, we have recruited and retained generations of talented
people who thrive on meeting challenges and producing positive results. At the core of our ability to do so is our
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We foster a culture that appreciates people with diverse backgrounds and perspectives by encouraging awareness
and accountability at all levels, training our people about cross-cultural issues, supporting internal networks that
provide a platform to express individuality and other diversity initiatives.
The people of Goldman Sachs take their responsibility to the communities in which they live and work very seriously.
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In a business that rewards talent, at a firm that consistently has the highest revenue per employee in our industry,
we are convinced that our culture helps us attract and retain people with whom our clients want to do business.
DIVERSITY STRATEGY
WHAT SETS GOLDMAN SACHS APART?
As the global environment becomes more
competitive, finding the most innovative and
creative solutions to our clients' needs will remain
the most important competitive advantage for our
business.
We recognize that the quality of our people is the
cornerstone of our continuing success, and we are
committed to helping them develop both personally and
professionally. Through Goldman Sachs University and
other educational opportunities, the firm offers growth
and development programs to our people at every stage
of their careers.
Our success is a product of our people, our adherence to
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meritocracy, professional excellence and entrepreneurial
spirit. These values not only ensure the highest return
for our clients and shareholders, they also set us apart
from other firms, making us the employer of choice in our
industry.
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strengthen our edge requires a diverse workforce
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We are committed to creating an inclusive
community comprised of the best and brightest
talent from the widest range of backgrounds.
RECRUITING CONTACTS
Maribel Ledezma-Williams
Vice President, Office of Global Leadership & Diversity
(212) 902-3613, maribel.ledezma@gs.com