Vice President - Investment Banking & Restructuring Recruitment
Location: Cleveland, OH (Headquarters) | Grand Rapids, MI | Plano, TX | Irvine, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Base Pay Range
$130,000 - $175,000 per year
Position Overview
Our client is a boutique investment bank with a national footprint and a deep specialization in the Financial Institutions Group (FIG) sector. Headquartered in Cleveland, and with offices in Grand Rapids, Plano, and Southern California, they provide M&A advisory, capital raising, and strategic consulting services to clients across the financial services landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the execution of M&A and capital markets transactions within the FIG sector.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, prospects, and industry professionals.
- Oversee the preparation of financial models, valuation analyses, pitch books, and marketing materials.
- Drive due diligence processes and coordinate with legal, accounting, and other advisors.
- Mentor and supervise analysts and associates, fostering professional development and high performance.
- Contribute to business development efforts, including identifying new opportunities and supporting senior bankers in client outreach.
Qualifications
- Minimum 6 years of experience in investment banking, transaction advisory, or a related financial services role.
- Strong transaction experience in FIG, with a preference for candidates with specialty insurance expertise.
- Proven ability to lead deal execution and manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines.
- Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA or other advanced degree is a plus.
- Series 79 and 63 licenses (or willingness to obtain).
Expected Compensation
Base salary: $130k - $175k
Discretionary bonus: up to 100%
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.