M&A Managing Director

Selby Jennings; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier financial advisory firm in the United States is seeking a Managing Director to lead M&A transactions. This remote position allows a seasoned professional with an established network to independently drive deals while collaborating with expert teams. The ideal candidate enjoys a flexible compensation model and entrepreneurial mindset, focusing on client success and strategic growth. Join a dynamic organization that values autonomy and offers robust support.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to source, pitch, and close middle-market transactions.
• Established network of business owners, investors, and intermediaries.
• Comfortable with performance-based compensation and flexible deal structures.

Responsibilities

• Originate and lead M&A and capital markets transactions across multiple sectors.
• Manage deal execution from initial engagement through closing.
• Build and maintain relationships with business owners, investors, and referral sources.
• Collaborate with internal teams across sourcing, execution, and private capital.
• Represent the firm in client meetings, negotiations, and strategic discussions.
• Contribute to firm-wide growth initiatives and strategic direction.

Skills

Deal origination

Transaction management

Relationship building

Entrepreneurial mindset

Execution skills

Team collaboration

Job description

This range is provided by Selby Jennings. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$200,000.00/yr - $400,000.00/yr

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Investment Banking & Valuation - Recruitment Consultant

Location: Remote

About the Firm:

This firm is a full-service financial advisory platform that blends investment banking, private capital, and valuation services. With a national footprint and deep transaction experience, it serves middle-market companies across a wide range of industries. The team is composed of seasoned professionals who bring top-tier institutional expertise to entrepreneurial environments, offering strategic guidance in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, and special situations. The firm is known for its hands-on approach, data-driven sourcing, and commitment to long-term client success.

About the Role:

The firm is seeking a senior-level M&A professional to join as a Managing Director. This is an opportunity for a proven deal maker who can originate and lead transactions independently while leveraging the firm's robust infrastructure and execution capabilities. The ideal candidate has a strong network, a track record of closing deals, and thrives in a high-performance, remote-first culture. The firm supports autonomy, encourages entrepreneurial thinking, and offers flexible compensation structures aligned with performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Originate and lead M&A and capital markets transactions across multiple sectors
• Manage deal execution from initial engagement through closing
• Build and maintain relationships with business owners, investors, and referral sources
• Collaborate with internal teams across sourcing, execution, and private capital
• Represent the firm in client meetings, negotiations, and strategic discussions
• Contribute to firm-wide growth initiatives and strategic direction

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven ability to source, pitch, and close middle-market transactions
• Established network of business owners, investors, and intermediaries
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to operate independently
• Comfortable with performance-based compensation and flexible deal structures
• Strong execution skills and ability to manage multiple deals concurrently
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a long-term partnership mentality
• Remote work experience or ability to thrive in a distributed team environment

Why Join the Firm:

This is an opportunity to be part of a high-caliber M&A platform that combines institutional rigor with entrepreneurial flexibility. The firm offers strong execution support, a collaborative culture, and the freedom to build your own book of business. With a remote-first model, it's ideal for professionals who want to scale their impact, grow their revenue, and shape their own path within a dynamic and expanding organization.

Seniority level

• Executive

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance

Industries

• Investment Banking

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