Investment Banking Vice President (Chicago)

Location: Chicago, IL or New York, NY

Overview

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a Vice President to join its Investment Banking team focused on Industrials. This role offers the opportunity to play a key leadership role in executing strategic advisory and capital markets transactions for a diverse set of industrial clients.

The VP will work closely with senior bankers, lead execution across live deals, and serve as a critical bridge between junior team members and senior leadership in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead execution of M&A transactions, including financial analysis, valuation, due diligence, and structuring
• Oversee development and review of financial models (DCF, LBO, comps, precedents) and transaction analyses
• Manage preparation and delivery of client presentations, pitches, and marketing materials
• Coordinate all aspects of deal execution, working with clients, legal counsel, and external advisors
• Supervise and mentor Analysts and Associates, ensuring accuracy and high-quality output
• Support senior bankers in client coverage, relationship management, and business development initiatives
• Contribute to origination efforts, including idea generation and pitch development within Industrials
• Monitor industry trends, market dynamics, and capital markets activity impacting Industrials sectors
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., capital markets, industry groups) to deliver holistic client solutions

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of investment banking or relevant corporate finance experience, ideally with Industrials sector exposure
• Proven experience leading transaction execution across M&A and/or capital markets deals
• Advanced financial modeling and valuation skillset
• Strong leadership capability with experience managing junior team members and workflows
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to present complex concepts clearly
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight timelines
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field

Why This Role

• Opportunity to take ownership of execution and play a visible role on transactions
• Exposure to a mix of M&A and capital markets activity
• Lean team structure, offering meaningful responsibility and client interaction
• Platform with strong distribution capabilities and industry reach
• Clear path for continued advancement within a growing investment banking platform