Managing Director - Financial Sponsors Coverage

KeyPartners; Milano; In loco; EUR 150.000 - 250.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Un'azienda di consulenza in investment banking cerca un Managing Director per guidare la copertura dei Financial Sponsors all'interno della divisione M&A. Il candidato ideale avrà 10-15+ anni di esperienza, con una forte rete di relazioni e competenze nel deal origination. Offre un contesto imprenditoriale, accesso diretto a clienti di private equity di alto livello e un pacchetto retributivo competitivo.

Servizi

Compenso competitivo (base + bonus + equity)

Opportunità di sviluppo carriera a lungo termine

Cultura imprenditoriale e collaborativa

Competenze

• 10–15+ anni di esperienza in investment banking con forte focus su M&A e sponsor finanziari.
• Rete profonda di relazioni nell'ecosistema del capitale privato.
• Eccellenti abilità di comunicazione e leadership.

Mansioni

• Origine di mandati M&A mantenendo relazioni con sponsor finanziari.
• Esecuzione di transazioni, comprensiva di structuring e due diligence.
• Rappresentare l'azienda in incontri con clienti di alto livello.

Conoscenze

Deal origination

Financial modeling

Leadership abilities

Negotiation skills

Formazione

Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Business

Descrizione del lavoro

The Managing Director (MD) will lead the firm’s Financial Sponsors Coverage within the M&A division, developing and managing strategic relationships with private equity firms, alternative asset managers, and institutional investors. The MD is responsible for originating and executing high-impact M&A transactions, driving business development efforts, and providing senior-level leadership to the deal team.

Key Responsibilities

• Origination of M&A mandates by maintaining deep relationships with financial sponsors (private equity, infrastructure funds, family offices, etc.).
• Act as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of sponsors, understanding their investment strategies and proactively pitching deal opportunities (buy-side, sell-side, portfolio monetizations, add-ons).
• Collaborate with sector and product teams to deliver tailored investment banking solutions to clients.
• Lead transaction execution, including deal structuring, negotiation, valuation, and due diligence coordination.
• Guide junior and mid-level bankers (VP, Associate, Analyst) ensuring excellence in pitch and execution materials.
• Represent the firm in high-level client meetings, industry events, and internal committees.
• Drive cross-border deal flow, leveraging the firm’s international network where applicable.
• Contribute to the strategic direction of the M&A franchise, supporting hiring, training, and performance management within the team.

Requirements

• 10–15+ years of experience in investment banking with a strong focus on M&A and financial sponsors.
• Proven track record of deal origination and execution with private equity clients.
• Deep network of relationships in the private capital ecosystem.
• Strong technical skills: financial modeling, valuation, and strategic analysis.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership abilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to build and grow business lines.
• Advanced degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field. MBA or CFA a plus.
• Fluency in English.

What We Offer

• A leadership position in a growing and high-performing M&A platform.
• Direct access to top-tier private equity clients.
• Competitive compensation structure (base + bonus + potential equity).
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative culture with strong deal flow.
• Opportunities for long‑term career development and partnership.
• Office: Milan

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