Investment Banking, Diversified Industrials-Basic Materials, Paper & Packaging-Executive Director

Job Description

Job Summary
As an Executive Director in our Diversified Industries group, you will be a senior leader responsible for driving business strategy, client relationships, and transaction execution across a broad range of investment banking products. You will oversee the full cycle of deal origination and execution, lead teams in delivering high-impact solutions, and play a critical role in developing and mentoring talent. You will join a global team, collaborating with colleagues across regions, and will be provided opportunities to lead complex transactions and strategic initiatives.

Job Responsibilities

• Originate, lead, and execute complex M&A, capital markets, and financing transactions for corporate and institutional clients.
• Serve as the senior point of contact for clients, developing and maintaining long-term relationships and providing strategic advice on business opportunities and challenges.
• Oversee and guide the preparation of marketing pitches, financial analyses, internal committee memoranda, and client presentations, ensuring quality and consistency across deliverables.
• Lead and review detailed valuation analyses, including DCF, trading comparables, transaction comparables, and LBO analyses, as well as combination and other financial analyses in the context of M&A transactions or pitch situations.
• Manage and mentor teams of Associates and Analysts, providing leadership, supervision, and guidance to develop talent and ensure effective execution.
• Drive business development efforts, identifying new client opportunities and expanding relationships with existing clients.
• Collaborate with senior bankers, product specialists, and other internal/external stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.
• Participate in recruiting, training, and talent development initiatives for the group.
• Ensure rigorous risk management and compliance with firm policies and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Extensive prior work experience in an investment banking front office role, with a proven track record of deal origination and execution.
• Strong academic background from a top-tier educational institution.
• Exceptional leadership, mentorship, and team management skills.
• Deep expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction structuring.
• Impeccable communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders across the business.
• Strategic mindset, execution-oriented, and able to manage multiple projects independently.
• High level of motivation, self-direction, and adaptability.
• Excellent understanding of financial, legal, and reputational risks facing large integrated investment banks.
• Commitment to building a diverse and inclusive team culture.

About Us

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.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

About the Team

J.P. Morgan's Global Banking business is one of the largest wholesale banking client franchises in the world. We serve clients, including corporations, governments, states, municipalities, healthcare organizations, education institutions, banks and investors.

Global Investment Banking supports a broad range of corporations, institutions and governments by providing strategic advice, capital raising and risk management expertise.