Managing Director, M&A - Food & Beverage

Fifth Third Bancorp; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious bank seeks a Managing Director in Mergers & Acquisitions, focusing on the Food & Beverage sector. The role involves leading M&A transactions, developing client relationships, and providing strategic insights, combined with a competitive compensation package that rewards performance. Join a team committed to client excellence and industry leadership.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with employer match

Flexible paid time off

Employee stock purchase plan

Unique benefits for overall wellness

Qualifications

• 15+ years in M&A and Investment Banking with Food & Beverage expertise.
• Proven success in closing complex financial transactions.
• History of leadership in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams to source and execute M&A advisory assignments.
• Develop relationships with senior executives for business development.
• Provide strategic advice to clients in the Food & Beverage sector.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

MBA or functional equivalent

Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)

Series 79 license

Series 63 license

Job description

We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.

Fifth Third's Mergers & Acquisitions group continues to expand our team of middle market M&A industry experts. We are looking for a Managing Director in Food to enhance our Industrial M&A and Corporate & Investment banking teams. Fifth Third M&A is differentiated through boutique style execution and industry expertise, combined with the full-service capabilities and balance sheet of one of the largest commercial banks in the country. Come be part of a growing team that continues to invest heavily in our talent and capabilities to best serve our clients.

Managing Director, Mergers & Acquisitions

GENERAL FUNCTION : Senior leadership role leading teams working to source and execute M&A advisory assignments leveraging deep industry expertise, proven transaction execution skills and strong business development acumen. Develop relationships with senior executives both inside the bank and at our clients and prospects. Lead and participate in pitching, managing, and closing complex advisory transactions. Collaborate with Corporate & Investment Banking and Capital Markets partners along with other parts of the bank to provide differentiated solutions to our clients and prospects. Provide input on the strategic direction of the group as well as professional development of the team. Key leadership qualities to support the success of IB and the bank's investment banking strategy.

Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Leverage industry and market knowledge to assess client objectives and deliver expert strategic advice.
• Source and execute M&A and capital raise transactions that align with the bank's core commercial client base to support Investment Banking and M&A team and revenue objectives.
• Develop and maintain an active network of company and financial sponsor relationships within targeted industry verticals for new business development opportunities.
• Manage and prioritize a pipeline of opportunities generated from targeted sector coverage.
• Provide thought leadership around the creation and delivery of proprietary ideas, marketing collateral and investment banking presentation materials. Be a collaborative partner and proactively seek to deepen client relationships and position the bank's full-service capabilities.
• Recruit, develop and retain talent while serving as a role model and mentor to team members.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

Providing employees timely, candid and constructive performance feedback. Develops employees to their fullest potential and provides challenging opportunities that enhance employee career growth. Identifies and develops appropriate talent pool to ensure adequate bench strength and succession planning. Recognizes and rewards employees for accomplishments.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILTIES REQUIRED :

• 15+ years of experience in M&A and Investment Banking that includes industry expertise in Food & Beverage.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Proven track record of success in working as a part of a team to originate, and close complex financial transactions.
• Leadership experience and history of involvement in key decisions around a growing financial services business.
• Excellent presentation skills, both oral and written.
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong mentoring and leadership skills.
• Proven industry expertise that aligns with the M&A team's targeted sectors.
• MBA or the functional equivalent.
• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 79 license and Series 63 license required.

At Fifth Third Bank, we understand the importance of rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication, therefore, our Total Rewards offering includes a differentiated compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits :

Our benefits programs are designed to support the health, happiness, and financial well-being of our employees and their families. Your benefits will include access to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan and employee stock purchase plan that both offer a generous employer match, flexible paid time off, comprehensive leave programs, and unique benefits to support your overall mental and physical wellness. For additional details, please contact your recruiter.

Compensation :

Compensation for this position is largely incentive-based. Incentive compensation is combined with either a base salary or a draw to determine total cash compensation, and incentive compensation is based upon company, line of business and / or individual performance. More information can be obtained upon request.

Managing Director, M&A - Food & Beverage

Compensation for this position is largely incentive-based. Incentives are combined with either a base salary or a draw, resulting in total cash compensation. More information can be obtained upon request.

LOCATION Atlanta, Georgia 30326

Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

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