Investment Banking Managing Director – Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

Mesirow; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Investment Banking Managing Director with a focus on Food, Beverage & Agribusiness. This role involves devising strategies for business growth, managing client relationships, and leading transaction execution. The firm prides itself on a culture of employee engagement and empowerment, providing a collaborative environment where your expertise will drive significant impact. If you have a successful track record in investment banking and are ready to take on a leadership role, this opportunity offers a competitive salary and the chance to work with a dedicated team in a thriving sector.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of investment banking experience with a proven track record.
• Strong skills in deal origination, financial modeling, and client management.

Responsibilities

• Drive business growth and achieve revenue goals for the team.
• Manage the structuring, negotiation, and execution of transactions.
• Mentor and develop junior staff members.

Skills

Deal Origination

Financial Modeling

Client Relationship Management

Market Analysis

Professional Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or Business

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Investment Banking Managing Director – Food, Beverage & Agribusiness

Job Category: Professional

Requisition Number: INVES002277

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• Posted: January 23, 2025
• Full-Time

Locations

Chicago, IL 60654, USA

Description

The Opportunity

Mesirow is an independent, employee-owned financial services firm founded in 1937. Headquartered in Chicago, with offices around the world, Mesirow serves clients through capabilities spanning Global Investment Management, Capital Markets and Investment Banking, and Advisory Services. We are proud that our intentional culture results in strong employee engagement, entrepreneurship and empowerment, with ongoing opportunities for volunteerism and advancement. Mesirow was recently named one of the Best Places to Work in Chicago by Crain’s Chicago Business and one of the Top 100 RIA firms by Barron’s. At Mesirow, we invest in what matters: our clients, our communities, and our culture.

Mesirow Investment Banking provides M&A advisory, corporate finance and capital markets services to entrepreneurs, private equity firms, family offices and large corporations. Our sector-focused approach spans ten industry verticals and is based on longstanding relationships with key industry participants and relevant investors and funding sources. Our senior bankers lead every transaction, using their experience, judgment and unbiased advice to deliver successful outcomes for our clients.

We are currently seeking Investment Bankers to join our Investment Banking team within the Business Services sector.

Responsibilities:

• Devise and implement strategies to drive business growth and achieve the revenue goals for the Business Services team.
• Develop and sustain robust relationships with corporate clients, private equity firms, financial institutions, and investors.
• Manage the structuring, negotiation, and execution of transactions.
• Provide direction and vision to team members for offering materials, management presentations, client pitches and other materials.
• Perform comprehensive market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and risks in the Business Services sector.
• Prepare and review complex financial analyses and models for potential M&A and capital raise transactions.
• Ensure quality of client deliverables by demonstrating extraordinary attention to detail.
• Manage and maintain client relationships and act as the primary contact and advisor to targeted client groups.
• Assess client needs and proactively generate relevant ideas and solutions and participate in pitching the Company’s services to new clients.
• Mentor and develop Director, VP, Associate and Analyst staff members.
• Participate in other projects as requested.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in investment banking, with a successful track record of generating $2 -$3 million plus in fees annually.
• Proven ability at deal origination and execution combined with a deep knowledge of the Business Services sector and the regulatory landscape.
• Fluency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft applications, including PowerPoint.
• Proficiency in complex financial modeling.
• Ability to form client relationships, market and successfully bring in new business.
• Strong professional communication and inter-personal skills, and the ability to succinctly express complex ideas both orally and in writing.
• Proficiency in managing multiple project-oriented tasks effectively and in a timely manner with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while being team-oriented; prioritize tasks, react to changes, and solve critical issues.
• Qualified candidates must possess a high level of motivation, initiative, and leadership potential.

EOE

In accordance with New York City’s Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated hiring base salary for the role will be between $200,000 and $275,000 per year. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which also provides the opportunity for a commission/bonus and the Mesirow benefit program.