Investment Banking Vice President

HSBC; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 200,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Hub

Volunteerism policy

Matching gift program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. in Houston, TX seeks a Vice President in Investment Banking to lead client engagement for power, utilities and renewable energy projects.

You will present sector updates and transaction materials, proactively identifying opportunities and coordinating real-time responses during presentations. Responsibilities include overseeing transaction execution, reviewing financial models, mentoring junior team members, and supporting senior bankers in business development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, management or a related field.
• 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate related work experience.
• 5 years experience in Investment banking.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients in power, utilities and renewable energy sector.
• Lead client meetings by presenting sector updates and transaction materials.
• Oversee transaction execution with high-level client communications and internal teams.
• Review and approve financial models and valuation analyses prepared by juniors.
• Manage deal team workflow and oversee deliverables quality and timeliness.
• Analyze power market fundamentals, regulatory changes, and sector trends to provide actionable insights.
• Support Directors and Managing Directors in client coverage and business development.

Skills

Financial modeling

Client relationship management

Presentation & meetings

Team leadership

Strategic transaction execution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Financial modeling software

Job description

Investment Banking Vice President, HSBC Securities (USA) Inc., Houston, TX:

Responsible to serve as primary point of contact for clients in the power, utilities, and renewable energy sector, addressing day-to-day inquiries and supporting ongoing transactions. Lead client meetings by presenting tailored sector updates and transaction materials, proactively identifying client-specific opportunities and responding to real-time questions or feedback during presentations. Oversee transaction execution by managing high-level communications with clients and senior external advisors, anticipating potential deal issues, and ensuring alignment between client objectives and HSBC’s internal teams throughout the process. Review and approve financial models and valuation analyses prepared by junior team members, ensuring sector-specific assumptions and methodologies are accurate. Manage deal team workflow, delegate tasks to associates and analysts, and oversee quality and timeliness of deliverables Analyze power market fundamentals, regulatory changes, and sector trends to provide actionable insights to clients and support senior bankers in strategic discussions. Support Directors and Managing Directors in client coverage efforts, including preparing business development materials and participating in client meetings.

Full time employment, Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week. Pay Range: $200,000.00 to $210,000.00 per year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, business, management or a related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate related work experience.

Must have 5 years experience in Investment banking.

Must have 3 years experience in:

• Microsoft Excel and financial modeling, including creating model projections, using trading and transaction comparables, discounted cash flow analysis, LBO analysis, merger modeling,and sector specific valuation models.
• Drafting marketing memoranda and developing an equity or credit story depending on the securities being raised.
• Coverage of power, utilities, and renewable energy sectors, including capital structure analysis and M&A evaluation for accretive, high return capital deployment.
• Financial modeling and valuation of regulated utilities, independent power producers (IPPs), and renewable generation assets including wind, solar, storage, and related infrastructure.
• Project finance, mergers and acquisitions, and capital market transactions within the renewable energy space.
• Power market fundamentals, regulatory frameworks, offtake structures, and key risk drivers including merchant exposure, contract tenors, counterparty risk and tax credits.

FINRA Series 63 and Series 79 licenses.

Domestic travel required up to 20% for client meetings, due diligence, and transaction execution.

In compliance with applicable laws, HSBC is committed to employing only those who are authorized to work in the US. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. as HSBC will not engage in immigration sponsorship for this position. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

At HSBC, our overall goal is to provide a competitive Total Reward Package, with an appropriate mix of fixed pay, and variable pay, as part of an employee’s overall total compensation and benefits. Variable pay generally takes the form of discretionary, annual awards (sometimes referred to as a “bonus”). Additionally, HSBC offers a competitive benefits package including a robust Wellness Hub, in a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive work environment. You will have access to tailored professional development opportunities to ensure you have the right skills for today and tomorrow. You will be empowered to drive HSBC’s engagement with the communities we serve through an industry-leading volunteerism policy, a generous matching gift program, and a comprehensive program of immersive Sustainability and Climate Change Initiatives. You’ll want to join our Employee Resource Groups as they play a central part in life at HSBC, including the development of our employees and networking inside and outside of HSBC. We value difference. We succeed together. We take responsibility. We get it done. And we want you to help us build the bank of the future!