Artificial Intelligence Product Strategist at Goldman Sachs — BranchFactor

BranchFactor Summary

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Expected experience: 7+ yrs
Management level: People management

Compensation

Base salary	US$100,000 – US$250,000 / yr

Role speciality

Human Capital Management Artificial Intelligence

Useful technologies

Oracle HCM Cloud Jira

Preferred qualifications

CertificationsBachelor's degree

Field of studyEngineering, Computer Science, Product Management, Business Administration (or related)

Original posting

HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

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.

Summary: Our HCM Strategy team is seeking an experienced Vice President to drive global, large-scale transformational Artificial Intelligence initiatives. You will be instrumental in leveraging cutting-edge AI platforms to enhance employee experience, deliver quantifiable automation benefits, and build resilient HCM solutions across our firm.

As a Vice President, you will lead the strategy, design and delivery of enterprise-wide HCM AI platforms and solutions from initiation to completion. You will apply exceptional organizational skills, strategic foresight, and impeccable implementation abilities. A strong focus on integrating systems across the full employee lifecycle – from recruitment to retirement – will be essential. You will collaborate with HCM, technology, and business leaders to define roadmaps, prioritize initiatives, and implement scalable AI solutions aligned with organizational goals.

We are looking for a seasoned professional with a minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in a fast-paced, complex environment, evidenced by a proven track record of successful AI product design and implementation.

Responsibilities:

Articulate and lead the HCM product vision and strategic roadmap, aligning with HCM and business objectives.
Continuously modernize our AI approach by monitoring new AI patterns, assessing fit-for-purpose use cases, and driving implementation playbooks from pilot to production.
Develop robust business cases for new AI products and enhancements, including financial justification (ROI) and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Lead and empower cross-functional teams to deliver complex solutions, ensuring strategic alignment and successful outcomes.
Foster strong partnerships with Data, Engineering, PMO, and HRIS teams to ensure seamless execution and integration.
Monitor the evolving AI landscape and translate relevant innovations into HCM strategy and roadmaps.
Uphold and ensure adherence to governance, data privacy, and regulatory compliance standards across all HCM products.
Strategically manage vendor relationships, encompassing platform evaluation, selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing performance oversight.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Product Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a closely related field.
Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in product management, leading the strategy, development, and launch of complex, large-scale products – with concrete experience delivering AI-enabled products and / or implementing AI capabilities in enterprise environments
Demonstrated expertise in the full product lifecycle management from conceptual design and strategic planning to successful launch and sustained adoption.
Proven ability to strategically prioritize, define, and manage a diverse product roadmap, consistently delivering high-value features and solutions that meet market needs and exceed stakeholder expectations.
Exceptional organizational acumen and advanced time management capabilities, adept at navigating complex product interdependencies and driving efficient execution across global, cross-functional teams.
Proficiency with enterprise-grade product management platforms (e.g., Jira), analytics tools, and collaboration software.
Superior executive-level written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts, influence diverse stakeholders, and present effectively to senior leadership.
Highly analytical with advanced strategic problem-solving and critical thinking abilities, capable of identifying root causes, anticipating challenges, and developing innovative solutions.
Proven ability to thrive both independently and as a collaborative leader within a matrixed organizational structure, fostering teamwork and accountability.
Agile Product Owner/Scrum Master, or other relevant product management certifications are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with enterprise HCM systems including Oracle HCM Cloud.

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world.

We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.

We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html

Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veterans status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Salary Range
The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $100000-$250000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.