Vice President - Chemicals Advisory

Evercore; New York (NY); On-site; USD 248,000 - 303,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life and disability insurance

Well-being resources and programs

Family-building benefits

Paid parental leave

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Evercore seeks a Vice President (1st Year) for its Chemicals Advisory group in New York, NY. The role focuses on leading day-to-day execution of complex M&A and capital advisory transactions, managing junior team members, and developing client materials for pitches and engagements.

The VP will coordinate due diligence, interact with senior management and boards, and contribute to strategy discussions on capital structure and growth opportunities, while driving new business opportunities and

Qualifications

• Solid quantitative and analytical skills.
• Knowledge of accounting, valuation, finance and business strategy.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day execution of M&A and capital advisory transactions (sell-side, buy-side, divestitures, IPOs, etc.).
• Mentor and manage Associates and Analysts to ensure high-quality execution.
• Prepare client presentation materials and information memoranda for pitches and engagements.
• Oversee due diligence processes and coordinate with law firms, data room providers and counterparties.
• Engage with senior management and boards to discuss industry trends, capital structure and strategy.
• Support development of new business opportunities through client coverage and strategic outreach.

Skills

M&A execution

Capital advisory

Team leadership

Client management

Business development

Financial analysis

Job description

Group Description: The Chemicals Advisory group is responsible for covering a broad range of large-cap corporate clients and financial sponsors with a highly successful track-record of advising on a broad set of transactions ranging from sell-side, buy-side, MOE, RMTs, JV structuring amongst others.

What is the position? Evercore seeks to hire a VP (1st Year) for its Chemicals Advisory group in New York, NY.

Primary Responsibilities: Evercore’s differentiated approach to advisory provides Vice Presidents with the ability to work closely with senior bankers on industry-transforming, multi-billion-dollar transactions around the world. Vice Presidents play a central role in all aspects of execution, client management, and business development. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead day-to-day execution of M&A and capital advisory transactions, including sellside and buyside M&A, activism and raid defense, divestitures, spin-offs, IPOs, equity and equity-linked capital raising, special committee engagements, debt and restructuring advisory, and the evaluation of strategic alternatives.
• Manage and mentor Associates and Analysts, ensuring analytical rigor and high-quality execution across all workstreams.
• Drive the preparation of client presentation materials, including management presentations, information memoranda, fairness opinions, board materials, and new business pitches.
• Oversee due diligence processes and coordinate across clients, counterparties, law firms, consulting firms, and data room providers to maintain smooth transaction execution.
• Engage in strategic dialogue with senior management teams and boards of directors to advise on industry trends, capital structure, and growth or portfolio optimization strategies.
• Support the development of new business opportunities, including idea generation, client coverage, and strategic outreach.

Specific Qualifications: Candidates must have solid quantitative and analytical skills and the ability to think broadly about a range of strategic issues confronting the firm’s clients. Knowledge of accounting, valuation, finance, and business strategy is a must. Responsibilities for a Vice President include management and execution of live transactions, assistance with new business development, and fostering of client relationships, with a particular focus on managing analysts and associates, overseeing financial and valuation analysis, resolving complex financial and accounting issues, performing industry and competitive analysis, and preparing client presentation materials.

Evercore offers highly qualified Vice Presidents the chance to take on more responsibility than in traditional bulge-bracket firms, exposure to blue-chip clients, and the chance to be part of rapidly growing, highly regarded firm and team.

• Proven transaction execution experience across M&A and capital markets advisory. Candidates with Chemicals sector experience are preferred, though strong Industrials coverage experience will also be viewed favorably
• Strong understanding of corporate finance, valuation, and accounting principles
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and junior team members under tight timelines
• Excellent interpersonal and client management skills with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strategic thinker with the ability to synthesize complex issues and provide actionable advice
• High level of initiative, integrity, and professional maturity
• Enthusiastic, collaborative, and achievement-oriented character

Expected Base Salary Range: $275,000 - $275,000

In addition to a competitive base salary, employees may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus delivered in the form of cash and/or deferred equity. Evercore also offers a variety of benefits and programs, subject to eligibility. These include, but are not limited to:

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursements accounts
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Life and disability insurance, including additional voluntary financial protection insurance
• Well-being resources and programs, including mental health and mindfulness programs, digital wellness platforms, well-being events, and targeted on-site health services
• Family-building and family-support benefits
• Paid parental, caregiver, marriage and bereavement leave
• Commuter benefits, health club membership discounts, and other corporate discounts
• Paid holidays, vacation days, personal days, sick days, and volunteer opportunities

About Evercore: Evercore (NYSE: EVR) is a premier global independent investment banking advisory firm. We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve superior results through trusted independent and innovative advice on matters of strategic significance to boards of directors, management teams, and shareholders - including mergers and acquisitions, shareholder advisory, restructurings, and capital structure. Evercore also assists clients in raising public, private capital, delivers equity research, equity sales and agency trading execution, in addition to providing wealth and investment management services to high-net-worth individuals. Founded in 1995, the Firm is headquartered in New York and maintains offices and affiliate offices in major financial centers in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. For more information, please visit www.evercore.com.

Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment: Evercore is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against individuals because of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin or ancestry, mental or physical disability, age, veteran status, military status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or immigration or citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law (referred to as "protected status"), in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.