Strategic Financing Solutions - Vice President

The Strategic Financing Solutions(“SFS”) team is a joint venture at the connection point of Banking & Sales and Trading. SFS partners across the Global Banking & Markets franchises on unconventional financing solutions for strategic situations, including private and emerging financial innovations. Our team leads the origination, structuring, and development of both principal risk and syndicated structures in situations where traditional markets are not the best fit or where there is a developing theme. The team is client-centric, serving as complementary professionals to Trading, Banking Coverage, and Capital Markets teams.

Job Summary:

As a Vice President in the Strategic Financing Solutions (SFS) team, you will play a critical role in driving business strategy, leading transaction execution, and supporting origination efforts across strategic financing transactions. You will manage the "full cycle" of transactional execution, including developing and presenting marketing pitches, overseeing financial analysis, preparing and delivering internal committee memoranda and client presentations. You will operate in a dynamic Capital Markets environment, collaborating with senior team members and mentoring junior colleagues, while originating and structuring corporate financing transactions across product areas. You will be responsible for managing key aspects of the SFS business, including structure analysis, pipeline management, evaluating market developments, and developing marketing content. You will cover a broad range of industries and sponsors, and coordinate with various trading desks across asset classes to ensure successful client outcomes.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee the analysis and structuring of transactions across a wide range of asset classes, including Digital Infrastructure ABS, Preferred Equity Transactions, Bespoke Loans, Whole Business Securitizations, and others.
• Support origination efforts by identifying and developing revenue opportunities through a strong understanding of corporate financing needs and assets.
• Prepare and deliver materials for client meetings, including presentations on new products and market updates; actively participate in and lead client calls and meetings.
• Build and maintain client relationships by responding to inquiries, pitching new ideas, and providing strategic solutions.
• Manage the execution process, coordinating among sales, trading, Banking, Risk, legal, and other involved parties (compliance, business management, operations, etc.).
• Work with rating agencies, legal counsel, internal control functions, and all deal parties to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Contribute to the development of new products and platforms to expand the bank’s offerings in the credit and loan financing space.
• Track and interpret industry and market developments to inform product strategy and business growth.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Minimum five years in a markets-related transactional role, with experience in an investment banking front office or related position.
• Demonstrated ability to originate and execute complex transactions.
• Strong quantitative skills and intellectual curiosity, with the ability to synthesize and communicate financial concepts.
• Ability to operate effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Solid understanding of corporate finance and transaction cycles, with a strong execution orientation.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders across the firm.
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently while supporting and leading teams.
• Enthusiasm, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Personal integrity, initiative, and leadership qualities.
• High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• FINRA Series 79, 63 licenses preferred.