ESOP Advisory VP — Investment Banking (Remote)

FMI; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid medical coverage

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) plan

PTO

Parental leave

Job summary

FMI Corporation, a premier investment banking and consulting firm, seeks an experienced VP for FMI Capital Advisors’ ESOP Advisory practice in Denver or remote arrangements. You will lead multi-disciplinary deal teams, execute ESOP transactions, and interact with business owners and leadership teams across construction and related sectors.

The role emphasizes collaboration, entrepreneurship, and rapid development of ESOP-specific expertise, including valuation, tax, and structuring concepts,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or other advanced degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of investment banking, private equity, corporate development, or transaction advisory experience, or 3+ years post-MBA.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions and lead junior team members in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Prior ESOP transaction experience is highly valued but not required—must be eager to learn and build technical knowledge in this space.
• Familiarity with the construction or engineering sectors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead or co-lead ESOP advisory transaction execution, including valuations, capital structure analysis, lender engagement, and documentation through closing.
• Support business development efforts for Managing Directors, including prospect research, pitch development, and participation in prospect meetings.
• Build strong relationships with clients and serve as a key point of contact throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Mentor and manage Associates and Analysts across multiple engagements.
• Develop thought leadership and represent FMI at industry events, including those focused on employee ownership and succession planning.
• Uphold FMI's Code of Conduct and contribute to practice development and broader firm initiatives.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Analytical skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or advanced degree

Job description

FMI Corporation, a premier investment banking and consulting firm, seeks an experienced VP for FMI Capital Advisors’ ESOP Advisory practice in Denver or remote arrangements. You will lead multi-disciplinary deal teams, execute ESOP transactions, and interact with business owners and leadership teams across construction and related sectors.

The role emphasizes collaboration, entrepreneurship, and rapid development of ESOP-specific expertise, including valuation, tax, and structuring concepts,