Investment Banking Vice President 1/2 Industrials M&A (Elite Boutique)

About the Firm

Our client is a premier global financial advisory firm renowned for its strategic M&A counsel, restructuring expertise, and capital advisory services. With a distinguished history spanning over 175 years, the firm maintains an entrepreneurial culture and flat organizational structure that empowers professionals to develop direct relationships with C-suite executives and drive meaningful outcomes for clients.

The Industrials team specializes in advising leading companies across Capital Goods, Transportation, Automotive, Business Services, Chemicals, Building Products, Packaging, and Aerospace & Defense on their most critical strategic transactions. Based in New York, this group serves as a key component of the firm's global industrials practice, leading coverage and execution for companies across the United States. The firm's advisory-focused model and lean deal team structure provide Vice Presidents with exceptional exposure to Managing Directors and client executives throughout every engagement.

The Opportunity

The firm seeks an exceptional Vice President to join their Industrials investment banking team in New York City. This role offers immediate and significant client exposure, substantial transaction leadership responsibility, and a clear path to Managing Director. The position provides the entrepreneurial autonomy and partnership typical of elite advisory platforms, where Vice Presidents are treated as senior deal leaders rather than execution managers.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end execution on complex M&A transactions, carve-outs, and strategic advisory assignments
• Navigate and coach sophisticated financial analyses including valuation, modeling, and scenario planning across various transaction structures
• Conduct comprehensive strategic analysis on clients, competitors, and sector dynamics
• Manage critical deal workstreams from pitch through closing
• Coordinate seamlessly across legal, accounting, and other advisory partners

Client Interaction & Relationship Management

• Interface regularly with client senior executives including CEOs, CFOs, and Board members
• Generate and manage completion of compelling client presentations and strategic materials
• Serve as trusted advisor by developing deep understanding of client strategic objectives
• Build credibility through technical excellence, strategic insight, and discretion
• Contribute to business development efforts and sector coverage initiatives

Team Leadership & Development

• Provide guidance, mentorship, and supervision to Associates and Analysts
• Lead internal deal teams ensuring excellence in execution and client service
• Contribute to positive team culture and firm intellectual capital
• Support recruiting efforts and help shape team development
• Help prepare for key industry events and conferences hosted by the firm

Required Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of investment banking experience (M&A experience strongly preferred)
• Meaningful exposure to and demonstrated passion for the Industrials sector
• Exceptional financial modeling skills and quantitative capabilities with meticulous attention to detail
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with proven C-suite presentation experience
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex transactions and projects simultaneously
• Proven leadership capabilities and commitment to team development
• Bachelor's degree from a top-tier university with top academic performance
• Comfort operating in unstructured, fast-paced environment that values initiative, creativity, maturity, and poise
• Strong team player mentality with motivation to contribute to collaborative culture

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree from leading institution
• Experience across multiple industrials subsectors and transaction types
• Background covering activism defense, restructuring, or strategic advisory assignments
• Technical expertise in complex deal structures and creative solutions
• Multi-cycle market experience
• Track record of mentoring and developing junior bankers

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive base salary: $250,000 - $275,000
• Performance-based bonus with significant upside potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with firm matching
• Professional development budget and commitment to career advancement
• Individualized employee experience supporting work-life balance
• Industry conference attendance and networking opportunities

Firm Culture

The firm maintains a tight-knit community of just over 3,000 employees globally, fostering an environment where professionals eager to learn connect with senior bankers willing to teach. The entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas to drive business forward and enable careers to take flight. The firm differentiates itself among leading investment banks through its commitment to investing in Vice Presidents and developing them into world-class advisors and successful Managing Directors.

The organization is built on the premise that diverse perspectives create richer thought leadership and better client outcomes. With organic growth from local roots across different countries, the firm maintains a deep tradition of respecting individual differences and supporting every colleague in maximizing their potential.

To Apply

If you're a top-tier professional passionate about becoming a world-class advisor in the Industrials space, we want to hear from you. This is a highly selective process and the firm is moving quickly to identify exceptional talent.