Employer Profiles

Company Name: GCHQ Address: Tel: Fax: Email: GCHQ Cheltenham How many desk jobs involve you with counter terrorism or in cracking the activities of an international drugs ring? How many arms smugglers pop up in your inbox? Or hackers in your filing tray? Working with GCHQ will take you to some interesting places. Not physically perhaps, but the next best thing – and you won’t have to worry about what to wear. Being in the front line of the fight against terrorism and crime isn’t exactly your ordinary desk job. But then, you’re looking for something more suited to your extraordinary talents. And our opportunities in Mathematics, Languages, IT, Information Science, Comms R&D and Intelligence could be just the thing. Find out more on www.careersinbritishintelligence.co.uk Applicants must be British citizens. GCHQ values diversity and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Contact: Web Site: www.careersinbritishintelligence.co.uk   Click here to get more information

Company Name: Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service Address: Tel: 01452 753221 Fax: Email: peter.thorp@glosfire.gov.uk Proud to be gay, lesbian or bi? Proud to do a job where you are respected by everyone in the community? Then why not consider working for us? In Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service whatever your role you will find a challenging and rewarding career. You will also find an organisation that appreciates, values and celebrates individuals for their unique skills and talents. To find out more about our diverse job roles visit our website. Contact: Peter Thorp Web Site: www.glosfire.gov.uk   Click here to get more information

Company Name: Goldman Sachs International Address: Peterborough Court 133 Fleet Street London EC4A 2BB Tel: 020 7552 1738 Fax: Email: About Goldman Sachs Goldman Sachs has been at the forefront of innovation, performance and service in the investment banking, securities and investment management industry since 1869. Today, we help the world's governments, corporations, institutions and private individuals realise important financial and strategic goals - initiating change and generating wealth across the globe. We would like to invite you to attend our company presentation and find out more about our firm, our graduate and internship programmes through an evening of presentations and networking opportunities with Goldman Sachs professionals. Our business highlights 2006 was a successful year for Goldman Sachs, reflecting both a robust market environment and strong performance across all our major businesses and in virtually every product class and geography. Net revenues increased 49% and net earnings rose 70% to $9.5billion. We continued to maintain our leadership position in global advisory and equity underwriting, ranking first in both worldwide announced and completed mergers and acquisitions as well as worldwide equity and equity-related offerings. Starting your career The people of Goldman Sachs share a passion for achieving results and recognise that success comes with integrity Their unique backgrounds, individual perspectives and diverse skills are put to the test as they help to shape our clients businesses. Our business is structured in a series of specialised divisions: Finance, Global Compliance, Global Investment Research, Legal & Management Controls, Investment Banking; Investment Management; Merchant Banking, Operations, Securities Division and Technology. There are a number of different stages during your career when you can consider joining Goldman Sachs. Naturally, these will give you different degrees of exposure and responsibility but whether you join as an intern, a new analyst or a new associate, you will immediately become part of the team with a real and substantial role to play. For more information on these career paths, go to www.gs.com/careers. Recruiting top talent Our recruiting process enables us to attract accomplished people to the firm. Nearly everyone - from our most senior leaders to our most junior analysts - is actively involved in recruiting as we seek to recruit people who share our core values. Academic achievement is important, but is only one indication of a person’s potential. At Goldman Sachs, we recognise that a diverse workforce encourages increased creativity and innovation. Diversity is crucial to improved performance and continued business success. To that end, we are committed to an environment that values diversity and promotes inclusion. What we look for Academic discipline is less important than the personal qualities an individual brings with them, however a strong interest in and appreciation of finance is important. Whatever your background, it is intellect, personality and zest for life that the firm values the most. Goldman Sachs’ ability to meet challenges and ensure the firm’s success in the future depends on attracting and retaining the highest quality people and the firm makes an unusual effort to identify the best person for every job. We evaluate candidates on six core measures – achievement, leadership, commercial focus, analytical thinking, teamwork and the ability to make an impact. The firm expects commitment, enthusiasm and drive from its employees but in return, offers unparalleled exposure, early responsibility, significant rewards and unlimited career opportunities. Contact: Graduate Recruiting Web Site: www.gs.com/careers   Click here to get more information