Managing Director, Business Development / Financial Sponsors
Location: Los Angeles, CA or New York, NY
In-office position involving travel as needed
Highly competitive total package: salary commensurate with experience; performance bonus potential; comprehensive benefits
As the Managing Director, Business Development / Financial Sponsors, you will focus on building and expanding relationships within the Private Equity community. Leveraging your extensive investment banking or investor relations experience, you will significantly increase the firm's presence in this sector, opening doors in private equity firms and expanding our relationship network. This new role based on Firm growth will work with firm Principals, subject matter experts and industry experts to make connections.
Responsibilities - Managing Director, Business Development
Relationship Management: Develop / Maintain strong relationships with private equity professionals and firms; Serve as a trusted advisor, offering strategic guidance and insights
Business Development: Identify / Pursue new business opportunities within the private equity sector; Create / Execute strategies to enhance Firm's market presence and influence
Advisory Services: Lead / Manage financial advisory activities, including board placement, performance improvement, and credit advisory, providing tailored financial solutions to clients
Market Analysis: Continuously monitor / analyze market trends, industry developments, and economic factors affecting the private equity landscape; Use this knowledge to inform client strategies and identify new opportunities
Networking: Expand Firm's network by engaging with key decision-makers at private equity firms and other financial sponsors
Qualifications - Managing Director, Business Development
Bachelor's degree in business, economics, finance, or a related field required (MBA or a financial designation is strongly preferred)
10 to 15 years of experience as an investment banking coverage specialist with a broad range of coverage with financials sponsors, specifically private equity
Proven track record in financial advisory services and transactions
Extensive network of key relationships within the financial sector
Demonstrated success in relationship management and business development within the private equity sector
Strong analytical skills and market acumen, with the ability to provide strategic advisory services
Exceptional communication and leadership abilities, with a client-centric approach
Experience working across different cultures and geographic locations, enhancing a global perspective on financial services
Ability to transform relationships into business opportunities