Investment Banking Vice President – Energy & Power – Upstream

Piper Sandler Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Piper Sandler Ltd. seeks an Investment Banking Vice President for our Upstream team in Houston, TX. The role centers on leading M&A and advisory engagements in the energy sector, with a strong emphasis on oil and gas experience.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years IB experience (MBA optional) and proven ability to manage junior bankers, craft compelling presentations, and build client relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Competitive compensation included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years investment banking experience or MBA with 3+ years in IB or related field.
• Meaningful M&A transaction experience required.
• Ability to lead junior bankers through a transaction; reviews work and sets expectations.
• Strong knowledge of accounting and M&A deal modeling.
• Client management with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oil and gas experience required; MBA preferred.
• Excellent business writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead transactions from inception to close and mentor junior bankers.
• Prepare selling memorandums and client presentations for opportunities.
• Advise clients with candid, strategic guidance on M&A and capital markets.
• Develop relationships with internal/external stakeholders to win mandates.

Skills

Investment Banking

M&A

Leadership

Financial Modeling

Client Management

Oil & Gas Industry

Business Writing

Education

MBA

Bachelor’s in Finance/Business

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

**Job Description:**At Piper Sandler, we connect capital with opportunity to build a better future. We believe that diverse teams with unique backgrounds, skills and experiences yield more innovative solutions. This is reflected in our commitment to engage, hire, and retain bright, committed people to work in partnership within an inclusive environment that allows each person to achieve personal success and add value to our teams and communities. We are currently looking for an Investment Banking Vice President to join our Upstream team in the Houston, TX office. Learn more about the Energy & Power group here. Attracting only the very best professionals has been and will continue to be a key element of our success. We are focused on hiring candidates with genuine potential and interest for advancement within our firm. A successful candidate will possess the following characteristics: * 5+ years of investment banking experience or MBA degree and 3+ years of investment banking or closely related experience* Meaningful M&A transaction experience required* Ability to lead junior bankers throughout a transaction; includes reviewing work, setting expectations and providing constructive feedback* Business writing skills, including the ability to write compelling selling memorandums and presentations* Strong knowledge of accounting and M&A deal modeling experience* Client management skills including ability to build relationships and establish trust with internal and external stakeholders* Exceptional work ethic and a high level of enthusiasm, initiative and leadership potential* Deep understanding and relevant oil and gas experience* MBA degree is preferred; Bachelors in finance, business, management plus other related degrees As a leading investment bank, we enable growth and success for our clients through deep sector expertise, candid advice and a differentiated, highly productive culture. Our investment banking clients have access to unparalleled guidance through our deep product and sector expertise and ready access to global capital. We take pride in providing our clients with thoughtful advice and diligent execution, no matter the economic environment. Our investment banking group partners with corporate clients and financial sponsors to provide advisory and financing services related to mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, private placements, restructuring and corporate & venture services. We offer in-depth knowledge and industry relationships in our core sectors of chemicals, consumer, diversified industrials & services, energy & power, financial services, healthcare and technology. Learn more about our investment banking team here. Piper Sandler values a strong culture dedicated to the emotional and physical well-being of our employees. Learn more about our commitment to our employee’s health, well-being, our benefits program and how we are here for our employees and their families today, tomorrow and beyond here. The anticipated starting salary for individuals expressing interest in this position is $250,000 per year. Placement is dependent upon level of experience. This position is eligible for annual incentive compensation which will be a part of the total compensation. Total compensation for this position will be competitive with the market. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.