Vice President – FIG Investment Banking in London

Our client is a highly respected independent investment banking boutique with an established presence across the financial institutions sector. Due to continued growth and a strong transaction pipeline, the firm is seeking to appoint an experienced Vice President to join its London team. This represents an outstanding opportunity for a driven investment banking professional to take on a leadership role within a growing platform, working closely with Managing Directors on the origination and execution of complex strategic advisory and M&A mandates across the FIG landscape.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in both transaction execution and client development, with significant responsibility for managing deal teams, leading client interactions, and supporting business generation initiatives. The role offers exposure to a broad range of clients, including banks, insurers, asset managers, fintechs, specialty finance businesses, and other financial services institutions across the UK and Europe.

• Leading the execution of M&A, strategic advisory, capital raising, and restructuring mandates
• Managing transaction workstreams and overseeing Analysts and Associates throughout the deal process
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, investors, and industry stakeholders
• Preparing and presenting strategic recommendations to senior client management teams and boards
• Reviewing and directing complex financial modelling, valuation, and analytical work
• Supporting Managing Directors in business development and origination activities
• Identifying new opportunities and contributing to the continued growth of the FIG franchise
• Acting as a mentor to junior team members and supporting talent development initiatives

• 6–10 years of investment banking experience, with significant FIG sector exposure
• Demonstrated track record of leading and executing M&A and advisory transactions
• Strong financial modelling, valuation, and transaction execution capabilities
• Experience managing junior bankers and coordinating multiple deal workstreams
• Commercial mindset with the ability to contribute to client relationship development and origination
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills
• Outstanding academic credentials and professional achievement

• Opportunity to join a leading independent advisory platform with a strong reputation in financial services
• Direct exposure to senior decision-makers, entrepreneurs, and financial institution executives
• Significant responsibility and client-facing exposure from day one
• Entrepreneurial culture with a collaborative and meritocratic environment
• Competitive compensation package and clear path towards Director-level progression
• Access to a high-quality deal flow across the UK and European financial services market