Investment Banking Partner

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd.; Lucknow; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 10,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Intellectual Capital HR Consulting Pvt. Ltd. invites a Leadership role in Investment Banking/Corporate Finance, overseeing a Strategic Business Unit with a focus on M&A advisory and corporate finance services.

The role emphasizes independent ownership, profitability, and a strong deal pipeline across geographies. Reporting to senior leadership, the leader will build autonomous SBU units, manage client relationships end-to-end, and mentor teams to deliver high-impact transactions within a flat

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or M&A advisory.
• Proven ability to drive revenue growth and manage P&L for a business unit.
• Strong deal origination, client management, and closing capabilities.
• Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams and multi-sector coverage.

Responsibilities

• Drive overall performance, profitability, and growth of the SBU.
• Lead business development and build a strong deal pipeline.
• Manage client relationships end-to-end, ensuring satisfaction and long-term engagement.
• Oversee execution of transactions with quality and timeliness.
• Build, mentor, and retain high-performing teams.
• Align SBU objectives with organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance, risk assessment, and ethical standards across engagements.
• Monitor team performance and conduct periodic reviews and appraisals.
• Maintain reporting discipline including MIS, client updates, and internal systems.
• Collaborate across teams to leverage knowledge and relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Business development

Client relationship management

Deal execution

Strategic planning

People management

Risk & governance

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

MBA in Finance

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

CRM systems

Job description

Job Description Leadership Role (Investment Banking / Corporate Finance)

Overview

Join a dynamic and growth-oriented investment banking platform focused on M&A advisory and corporate finance services. The organization has a strong track record across multiple sectors and geographies, delivering high-impact transactions and strategic advisory.

The firm operates with an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging professionals to take ownership, build independent business units, and contribute to long-term growth.

Role Details

Designation: Director / Associate Partner / Partner (Strategic Business Unit – SBU)

Location: Mumbai / Delhi

Reporting: Operates independently within a flat organizational structure, reporting to senior leadership

Organizational Structure

Lean and flat structure with each SBU functioning as an independent profit center

Each SBU is led by a senior professional and supported by a team (AVP / Manager / Associates / Analysts)

Teams are expected to develop deep sector expertise and maintain strong industry relationships

Each SBU typically covers 2–3 sectors to ensure relevance and deal flow continuity

Financial Structure

• Each SBU is expected to generate revenue multiple times its fixed cost base
• Profit pool participation begins after achieving a predefined revenue threshold
• Profit-sharing ranges between 20% to 50%, linked to revenue performance
• Higher fixed compensation corresponds to lower profit share and vice versa

Key Responsibilities

• Drive overall performance, profitability, and growth of the SBU
• Lead business development initiatives and build a strong deal pipeline
• Manage client relationships end-to-end, ensuring high satisfaction and long-term engagement
• Oversee execution of transactions, ensuring quality and timeliness
• Build, mentor, and retain high-performing teams
• Align SBU objectives with broader organizational goals
• Ensure compliance, risk assessment, and ethical standards across engagements
• Monitor team performance and conduct periodic reviews and appraisals
• Maintain reporting discipline including MIS, client updates, and internal systems
• Collaborate across teams to leverage knowledge, resources, and relationships

Principal Accountabilities

• Ownership of SBU P&L, team performance, and delivery outcomes
• Development of sector expertise and market positioning
• Ensuring discipline, governance, and process adherence
• Maintaining strong control over client engagement and execution quality
• Identifying and mitigating risks in client relationships and transactions
• Driving collaboration and knowledge sharing across teams

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong entrepreneurial mindset with ability to operate independently
• Leadership skills with a focus on team building and mentorship
• High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity
• Positive attitude with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to align individual goals with organizational objectives
• Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills

Additional Expectations

• Act as a role model for team members
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture
• Maintain professionalism and adherence to organizational code of conduct