At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead investment banking projects and manage multiple deals with a focus on financial technology.
- Company: Join FT Partners, the leading investment bank in the fintech sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent career path, and access to top executives.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with unparalleled deal flow and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be part of an award-winning team making significant impacts in the fintech industry.
- Qualifications: 6+ years in investment banking, strong analytical and communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
Experienced Vice President – FinTech Investment Banking
Financial Technology Partners (aka “FT Partners”) is the only investment banking firm focused exclusively on the financial technology sector. We broadly define the sector as the dynamic convergence of technology-based solutions and financial services. FT Partners was recently recognized as "Dealmaker of the Year" and "Investment Banking Firm of the Year" by The M.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide analysis and insights with confidence and gravitas.
- Expertise in processes and deal flow from origination to close.
- Serve as a resource for others on major industry trends and develop skills in business development.
- Understand the legal framework of transactions, including shareholder rights and key term sheet items.
- Proven ability to analyse trading and transaction comparables.
- Manage and understand assumptions around DCF, LBO and related valuation techniques.
- Articulate valuation to buyers, investors, and clients; construct a valuation thesis from data and company details.
- Seen as a subject matter expert and teach technical concepts to others.
- Manage multiple workstreams and deals while maintaining focus; anticipate and manage upcoming tasks for deal teams.
- Plan and strategise with senior bankers, interpret strategy/goal, and work with junior bankers to execute.
- Develop strategic and tactical project plans; anticipate needs and potential challenges.
- Remain flexible and adaptable under pressure.
- Take accountability for all deliverables and ensure completion by established deadlines.
- Support team members and broader team on various projects and challenges.
- Utilise junior bankers efficiently; delegate effectively based on skillset.
- Manage capacity of junior bankers and provide input on staffing calls.
General Qualifications:
- Must have 6+ years of full-time investment banking experience in M&A.
- Attention to detail and strong relationship management skills.
- Strong presentation skills in both large and small group settings.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills.
- Proven quantitative and technical skills; proficient with Excel and PowerPoint.
- An entrepreneurial spirit, ready to tackle complexities of any task or challenge.
- Strong work ethic and drive with a high degree of self-discipline and motivation.
- U.K. work authorization depending on work location; no sponsorship available.
Communications Skills:
- Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills; able to prepare high impact materials.
- Participate effectively in both internal and external meetings.
- Maturity and poise to work directly with client executives.
Team Player:
- Contribute to building a positive team spirit; keep commitments and inspire trust.
- Work with integrity and uphold firm values.
- Ability to perform under pressure and effectively prioritise and plan.
- Collaborative across teams and levels, both internally and externally.
- Understand coaching for long-term development of self and others.
Why FT Partners:
- Managing Partner and Managing Directors formerly of Goldman Sachs and JP Morgan.
- Award-winning execution; Investment Bank of the Year / Boutique of the Year Awards.
- Executing both billion dollar and early stage / high-growth VC transactions.
- Excellent career path, strong and competitive compensation.
- Unparalleled deal flow with premier client base.
- Access to world-class executives at high-growth companies.
- Dominant footprint in one of the largest sectors: financial technology.
- Top-notch financial sponsor relationships.
- Close-knit, rapidly growing team.
Selected Transactions:
- Deribit’s $4.3 billion Sale to Coinbase.
- Divvy's $2.5 billion Sale to Bill.com.
- AvidXchange’s $2.2 billion Sale to TPG.
We’re Hiring: Vice President, Investment Banking employer: Financial Technology Partners
Financial Technology Partners (FT Partners) stands out as an exceptional employer in the investment banking sector, particularly for those passionate about financial technology. With a close-knit and rapidly growing team, employees benefit from unparalleled deal flow, access to world-class executives, and a strong career path supported by competitive compensation. The firm fosters a collaborative work culture that values integrity and encourages professional growth, making it an ideal environment for ambitious individuals looking to make a significant impact in the industry.
Contact Details:
Financial Technology Partners Recruitment Team
