Investment Banking VP1 - FIG
A top‑tier middle market investment bank is seeking a Vice President 1 to join its high‑performing Financial Institutions Group (FIG), specifically within the Asset & Wealth Management (AWM) subvertical. This team is known for its lean deal environment, strong execution culture, and exceptional long‑term career growth opportunities.
This is an outstanding opportunity for candidates with proven M&A experience in FIG who are ready to take on elevated responsibility and meaningful client ownership.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the execution of M&A transactions across the asset and wealth management sectors, including buy-side, sell-side, and strategic advisory mandates.
- Oversee financial analyses, valuation modeling, due diligence processes, and preparation of transaction materials.
- Manage junior bankers, providing guidance, oversight, and feedback to support high-quality deliverables.
- Work closely with senior bankers on origination efforts, including idea generation, market analyses, and pitch development.
- Interface directly with clients, counterparties, and internal stakeholders, playing a pivotal role in relationship management.
- Contribute to thought leadership and sector insights within the AWM landscape.
Qualifications
- 5-7 years of relevant experience, ideally within FIG investment banking.
- Strong track record of M&A execution, with exposure to asset managers, wealth managers, RIAs, and related subsectors.
- Advanced financial modeling and analytical skills, with deep understanding of FIG-specific valuation drivers.
- Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within a lean team structure.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; confident in client-facing environments.
- High level of initiative, work ethic, and leadership capability.
What They Offer
- A lean, entrepreneurial platform with substantial deal responsibility from day one.
- A clear long-term growth runway, backed by strong dealflow and strategic investment in the FIG vertical.
- A collaborative, high‑performing team culture with direct exposure to senior leadership.
- Competitive compensation package with performance-driven upside.
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