Investment Banking Director (m/f/x) – Global Technology Group (GTG) – Munich

Stifel Financial Corp.; München; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Stifel Europe, Munich office, seeks an Investment Banking Director to lead cross-border, technology-focused deals and to drive origination and strategic advisory initiatives. You will oversee end-to-end execution and mentor a diverse team within a dynamic European expansion.

The role requires 7–10 years in investment banking/M&A, strong financial modeling, and fluency in German and English. AI-driven workflows and a growth-oriented culture are central to the team’s success.

Qualifications

• A top-tier Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Law with an outstanding academic track record.
• 7–10 years of relevant investment banking or M&A experience leading transactions in technology or high-growth sectors.
• Advanced mastery of complex financial modeling and transaction structuring; deep proficiency with databases and strategic tools.
• Exceptional commercial judgment with the ability to translate granular financial data into compelling strategic narratives for sophisticated boards.
• Business fluency in German (C2) and professional proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Origination & coverage: Lead proactive business development and coverage of technology-sector clients, cultivating long-term relationships with CEOs, founders, and financial sponsors.
• Process architecture: Design and orchestrate sophisticated transaction strategies, managing competitive deal dynamics and coordinating the interface between legal, tax, and accounting workstreams.
• Strategic advisory: Act as a primary advisor to clients on capital structure optimization, transaction architecture, and valuation strategy, providing senior-level technical and commercial insight.
• Deal negotiation: Drive the negotiation of key commercial terms and legal documentation, navigating complex stakeholder dynamics to achieve optimal outcomes for our clients.
• Team development: Manage and mentor a team of ambitious bankers, overseeing the output of Analysts, Associates, and VPs while fostering a high-performance culture within the Munich office.
• Franchise growth & engagement: Play a pivotal role in the strategic expansion of our technology franchise in Munich by leading recruitment efforts and organizing high-impact local events for C-suite executives and the private equity community.

Skills

Financial modeling

Transaction structuring

Origination

Deal negotiation

Leadership

German (C2)

English (professional)

AI aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration/Economics/Law

MBA

Doctorate

Double degree

Job description

• Job title: Investment Banking Director (m/f/x)

Stifel Europe

Stifel (NYSE: SF) is a leading, fast-growing, sector-driven investment bank with a global workforce of over 9,000 professionals across the US and major European financial centers. Following the strategic acquisition of Bryan, Garnier & Co in 2025, Stifel achieved critical mass in European investment banking, positioning itself as a premier mid-market powerhouse. We partner with clients throughout their corporate lifecycle, providing flawless execution in M&A advisory and access to public and private capital.

Global Technology Group (GTG)

As Stifel’s largest industry vertical, the group leverages a global team with deep domain expertise spanning Software, Climate & Industrial Technology, Internet & Digital Media, Technology-Enabled Services, and Fintech. We are a full-service leader, frequently recognized for topping global league tables in mid-market M&A transactions. Our team of specialists provides sophisticated advisory services including M&A, private placements, IPOs, and debt raisings to high-growth companies and technology-focused institutional investors.

• Job title: Investment Banking Director (m/f/x)
• Department: Global Technology Group (GTG)
• Location: Munich, Germany
• Start date: Immediate/ASAP

Stifel Europe

Stifel (NYSE: SF) is a leading, fast-growing, sector-driven investment bank with a global workforce of over 9,000 professionals across the US and major European financial centers. Following the strategic acquisition of Bryan, Garnier & Co in 2025, Stifel achieved critical mass in European investment banking, positioning itself as a premier mid-market powerhouse. We partner with clients throughout their corporate lifecycle, providing flawless execution in M&A advisory and access to public and private capital.

Global Technology Group (GTG)

As Stifel’s largest industry vertical, the group learages a global team with deep domain expertise spanning Software, Climate & Industrial Technology, Internet & Digital Media, Technology-Enabled Services, and Fintech. We are a full-service leader, frequently recognized for topping global league tables in mid-market M&A transactions. Our team of specialists provides sophisticated advisory services including M&A, private placements, IPOs, and debt raisings to high-growth companies and technology-focused institutional investors.

For an ambitious professional, our Munich office represents a rare opportunity to do more than just execute deals; it is a chance to actively scale a market-leading technology franchise during its most dynamic phase of European expansion where your individual contribution to our sector growth genuinely moves the needle.

Duties & Responsibilities

Directors at Stifel are senior leaders within our deal teams, managing the end-to-end execution of complex cross-border international transactions, and making notable contributions to our origination efforts. This role offers significant entrepreneurial freedom to develop and execute innovative strategies to scale the Stifel brand across the DACH region.

• Origination & coverage: Lead proactive business development and coverage of technology-sector clients, cultivating long-term relationships with CEOs, founders, and financial sponsors.
• Process architecture: Design and orchestrate sophisticated transaction strategies, managing competitive deal dynamics and coordinating the interface between legal, tax, and accounting workstreams.
• Strategic advisory: Act as a primary advisor to clients on capital structure optimization, transaction architecture, and valuation strategy, providing senior-level technical and commercial insight.
• Deal negotiation: Drive the negotiation of key commercial terms and legal documentation, navigating complex stakeholder dynamics to achieve optimal outcomes for our clients.
• Team development: Manage and mentor a team of ambitious bankers, overseeing the output of Analysts, Associates, and VPs while fostering a high-performance culture within the Munich office.
• Franchise growth & engagement: Play a pivotal role in the strategic expansion of our technology franchise in Munich by leading recruitment efforts and organizing high-impact local events for C-suite executives and the private equity community.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking an entrepreneurial leader and proven dealmaker with a "can-do" attitude and the strategic vision to expand our footprint in the European technology ecosystem.

• Education: A top-tier Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Law with an outstanding academic track record is required. Additional qualifications such as an MBA, doctorate, or double degree are considered a distinct advantage.
• Experience: 7–10 years of relevant investment banking or M&A experience is required, with a proven track record of leading successful transactions in technology or high-growth sectors.
• Technical skills: Advanced mastery of complex financial modeling and transaction structuring; deep proficiency in leveraging databases and strategic tools to drive origination and deal flow.
• Analytical rigor: Exceptional commercial judgment with the ability to translate granular financial data into compelling strategic narratives for sophisticated boards.
• Language: Business fluency in German (C2 level) and professional proficiency in English are essential for leading mandates and negotiations in the DACH region.
• AI aptitude: Leverage and lead the implementation of bespoke AI platforms. Stifel has invested heavily in modern data architecture and AI-driven banking workflows to provide a competitive edge in advisory.
• Soft skills: Superior leadership, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to build trust with senior executives under high-pressure scenarios.

Our Culture & Values

Stifel Europe is committed to fostering a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our core values – Collaboration for Success and Diversity of Thought – drive our ability to deliver superior results for our clients. We aim to recruit and promote a diverse mixture of colleagues to ensure we bring the widest range of expertise to every mandate.

In our Munich office, these values translate into a tangible sense of team spirit and fellowship. We have cultivated a close-knit environment where we work hard and support one another through the intensity of the deal cycle. This bond is anchored by regular team events and unique traditions from river rafting to local networking that define the atmosphere of our Munich team.

Stifel Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.