The investment banking giant stands by its practice of regular staff cuts often called its 'annual cull,' trying to cut between 3 and 5 percent of its workforce of 46,500.

Goldman Sachs plans to trim its staffing by 3% to 5% in an annual performance review process this spring, said a source familiar with the matter who declined to be identified discussing personnel matters.

Goldman Sachs is reportedly planning to trim its headcount by 3% to 5% during its annual performance review this spring, potentially leading to more than 1,300 job cuts, including under-performing vice presidents.

Goldman Sachs trims its staff, cutting what it deems to be the underperformers. This year, VPs stand to be big targets, BI has learned.