Investment Banking - Strategic Investors Group (SIG) M&A - Vice President

Financial sponsors, sovereign wealth funds, family offices and their portfolio companies continue to be an important component of M&A activity, accounting for $7.5 trillion or 33% of transaction volume globally over the last five years. Since 2019, J.P. Morgan has advised on over 1,000 announced sponsor-involved M&A deals, and we continue to build momentum by enhancing our world-class Strategic Investor Group (SIG) M&A franchise.

With $3 trillion of capital currently available across the asset class, we are committed to providing insightful advice and outstanding execution to our financial sponsor clients. 

As a Vice President in Investment Banking, you’ll have experience developing strong relationships with corporates and financial institution clients and working across the spectrum of M&A, advising on public and private transactions, spin-offs, divestitures, activist-driven deals, sponsor-backed leveraged buyouts, and minority investments. 

Job Responsibilities

• Acting as the primary day-to-day client point of contact and lead banker on deals 
• Reviewing and coordinating the analytic work of junior bankers to move marketing/execution process forward 
• Refining marketing/execution materials for maximum client impact 
• Overseeing the creation of  financial projection models 
• Identifying and managing all risks in a given deal 
• Liaising with other internal and external parties on transactions (eg. lawyers, accountants, counterparties) 
• Leading client negotiations, Q&A process and management interviews

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Prior work experience in an investment banking front office role.
• Experience in training junior bankers
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with specific ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely and defend their validity
• Very strong quantitative and analytical skills (including Excel modelling and valuation work)
• Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, and have the aptitude to synthesize large amounts of information and to develop innovative solutions
• Adaptability, able to manage projects independently and be ready to assume a high level of responsibility as a member of a team
• Ability to comfortably interact with clients in a professional and mature manner
• Excellent understanding of financial, legal and reputational risks facing large integrated investment banks in today's environment

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process. 

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

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