Former PM Rishi Sunak takes job at Goldman Sachs
GREATER LONDON, ENGLAND, JUL 8 – Goldman Sachs appoints Sunak to leverage his policymaker experience amid rising geopolitical and regulatory challenges in global banking, CEO David Solomon said.
- On July 8, 2025, Goldman Sachs announced the appointment of Rishi Sunak, the former UK Prime Minister, to a senior advisory role within the firm.
- Sunak stepped down from his roles as prime minister and head of the Conservative Party following a significant electoral defeat to Labour in the previous year.
- Sunak will advise Goldman Sachs' clients globally on macroeconomic and geopolitical matters while working with firm leaders.
- Goldman CEO David Solomon said Sunak will offer valuable viewpoints and expertise on key global issues.
- Sunak's appointment marks his first major role since politics, with restrictions barring lobbying or advising on foreign governments for one year.
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