Investment Banking Vice President - Consumer

Investment Banking Vice President - Consumer M&A

Locations: Chicago, New York, or Los Angeles

We are partnered with a prestigious mid-market investment bank to identify a Vice President to join its Consumer M&A platform. This role is focused on advising middle‑market clients across a broad range of Consumer subsectors and offers strong deal exposure within an active, execution‑driven environment.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for a Vice President looking to continue building transaction leadership experience at a firm with a strong middle‑market presence and consistent deal flow. The role provides meaningful exposure to senior bankers and clients, with the expectation that the VP plays a key role in day‑to‑day deal execution, process management, and junior banker development.

The firm has an established Consumer franchise and a collaborative culture that values hands‑on execution, ownership of workstreams, and long‑term career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute middle‑market M&A transactions across the Consumer sector
• Manage deal processes from kick‑off through closing, including modeling, diligence, and client deliverables
• Serve as a primary point of contact for analysts and associates, providing mentorship and oversight
• Interface directly with clients, legal advisors, and counterparties throughout transaction life cycles
• Support senior bankers in business development efforts and pitch execution

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 5-8 years of total investment banking experience, currently at the Senior Associate or VP level
• Background at a reputable middle‑market investment bank or elite boutique, with significant middle‑market M&A exposure
• Strong transaction execution skill set with experience running day‑to‑day deal processes
• Consumer M&A experience strongly preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, client‑facing environment
• Must be based in or willing to relocate to Chicago, New York, or Los Angeles

Why Consider This Role

• Established Consumer platform with consistent deal activity
• Middle‑market focus offering meaningful responsibility and visibility
• Supportive team environment with strong execution resources
• Opportunity for continued growth toward senior leadership

All inquiries will be handled confidentially. Additional details can be shared with qualified candidates following an initial discussion. If you're interested in learning more, please apply today!