Investment Banking, Diversified Industrials - Basic Materials, Paper & Packaging - Vice President

Job Description

Job Summary
As a seasoned Investment Banking professional in our Diversified Industries group, you will leverage your experience developing strong relationships with corporate and financial institution clients, working across a spectrum of banking products including mergers & acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, loans, and equity and debt capital raises. You will act as the primary day-to-day client point of contact and lead banker on deals, overseeing the full cycle of transactional execution and driving business strategy. You will join a global team, collaborating with over 100 Analysts and Associates in the region, and will be provided opportunities to be involved real-time in transactions that may include frequent travel.

Job Responsibilities

• Act as the primary day-to-day client point of contact and lead banker on deals, leading client negotiations, Q&A processes, and management interviews.
• Develop content for strategic meetings with clients regarding M&A or capital market transactions, refining marketing/execution materials for maximum client impact DI.
• Review, coordinate, and oversee the analytic work and financial projection models of junior bankers, including detailed valuation analysis (DCF, trading comparables, transaction comparables, LBO analyses) and combination/other financial analyses in M&A transactions or pitch situations.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and supervision to Associates and Analysts, including training and graduate recruiting.
• Identify and manage all risks in a given deal, liaising with internal and external parties (e.g., lawyers, accountants, counterparties).
• Participate in and guide the preparation and presentation of internal committee memoranda and client presentations.

 

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Prior work experience in an investment banking front office role, with a well-rounded academic background from a top-tier educational institution.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and supervising junior bankers.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely and defend their validity; impeccable attention to detail and ability to interact effectively with senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders.
• Very strong quantitative and analytical skills, including advanced Excel modelling and valuation work.
• Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, synthesizing large amounts of information and developing innovative solutions.
• Adaptability, able to manage projects independently and ready to assume a high level of responsibility as a member of a team; self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently 
• 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.

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.