Investment Banking Director - Restructuring

Job Title: Vice President - Investment Banking (Restructuring / Special Situations)

Division: Investment Banking

Reports To: Managing Director / Executive Director

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vice President to join our Investment Banking team, with a dedicated focus on restructuring and special situations. This role requires deep financial acumen, strong client relationship skills, and a proven ability to manage complex transactions across distressed, turnaround, and event-driven scenarios. The ideal candidate will lead deal execution, contribute to business development, and mentor junior bankers in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the execution of complex restructuring and special situations transactions, including distressed M&A, liability management, capital raises, and in- and out-of-court restructurings.

• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, advisors, legal counsel, and other stakeholders involved in distressed and event-driven transactions.

• Oversee and guide the creation of financial models, valuation analyses, capital structure reviews, and strategic alternatives assessments.

• Conduct due diligence and coordinate across internal and external teams, including legal, tax, and accounting advisors.

• Drive the preparation and presentation of client materials, including pitch books, management presentations, and board materials.

• Identify new business opportunities and support the origination of restructuring and special situations mandates.

• Mentor and train analysts and associates, providing feedback and career development support.

Qualifications:

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in investment banking, restructuring advisory, private credit, or distressed investing.

• Demonstrated transaction experience in financial restructuring and special situations.

• Strong understanding of capital structures, bankruptcy processes (Chapter 11 and out-of-court), and credit documentation.

• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skills, including LBO, DCF, and capital structure modeling.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects under tight deadlines.

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.

• FINRA Series 79 and 63 licenses (or willingness to obtain).

Preferred Experience:

• Prior experience at a top-tier restructuring advisory firm, investment bank, or credit-focused investment firm.

• Exposure to both debtor- and creditor-side advisory work.

• Familiarity with bankruptcy code, distressed securities, and stakeholder negotiation dynamics.