Former UK PM Rishi Sunak Joins Goldman Sachs as Senior Adviser

Rishi Sunak, the current UK Member of Parliament and former Prime Minister, has returned to Goldman Sachs as a senior adviser, marking his first major role since stepping down as Prime Minister following the Conservative Party's significant defeat in the 2024 general election. Sunak, who started his career at Goldman Sachs as an intern and analyst from 2000 to 2004, will now advise clients globally on geopolitical and macroeconomic issues, contributing to the firm's culture of learning and development. His appointment, approved with conditions by the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments, includes a two-year ban on lobbying the UK government and restrictions on leveraging his prime ministerial experience. Despite speculation about relocating to the US, Sunak has committed to serving the full parliamentary term and will donate his Goldman Sachs earnings to the Richmond Project, a charity focused on improving numeracy skills. Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon expressed enthusiasm about Sunak's return, highlighting his unique insights and leadership experience. Sunak's move reflects a blend of his financial background, political experience, and ongoing public service commitments.