Investment Banking Analyst / Associate
Managing Director - Capital Markets
Location: Chicago, IL
Overview:
A leading middle-market investment bank is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial professional to join their team. This is a senior-level opportunity for a proven dealmaker with a strong track record of originating and executing capital markets transactions, including debt and equity placements. The ideal candidate will bring deep relationships, sector expertise, and a passion for helping clients achieve strategic growth and liquidity objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Originate new business opportunities across capital markets, including private placements, growth capital, recapitalizations, and structured financings.
- Lead deal execution from pitch through close, including managing client relationships, investor outreach, and transaction structuring.
- Leverage existing network of private equity firms, family offices, institutional investors, and lenders to drive deal flow.
- Collaborate with internal teams across M&A, valuation, and advisory services to deliver integrated client solutions.
- Mentor and develop junior bankers, contributing to a high-performance, collaborative culture.
Qualifications:
- 12+ years of experience in investment banking, with a focus on capital markets or private placements.
- Demonstrated ability to originate and close transactions independently.
- Strong network of capital providers and strategic partners.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- FINRA Series 79 and 63 licenses (or willingness to obtain).
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