Vice President / Senior Associate, ECM

LE001 Leerink Partners LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Leerink Partners LLC in New York is seeking a Vice President / Senior Associate in Equity Capital Markets (Healthcare) to lead complex equity transactions. You will manage projects and relationships with corporate clients, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

The ideal candidate has over four years of investment banking experience with a strong focus on the healthcare sector. This role involves business origination through impactful presentations and strong leadership in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant investment banking experience focused on ECM.
• Expertise in Healthcare, Biotech, or MedTech.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of complex equity transactions.
• Manage relationships with corporate clients.
• Drive new business origination through strategic presentations.

Skills

Investment banking experience

Equity Capital Markets expertise

Healthcare sector knowledge

Strong communication skills

Leadership ability

Education

BS or BA degree

Job description

Job Title

Vice President / Senior Associate, Equity Capital Markets (Healthcare)

Reports to

Co-Head of Investment Banking

Department

Investment Banking

Location

New York

Salary Range

US$175,000–$250,000

Overview

This is an opportunity to become a leader within a world‑class investment banking practice focused on companies in the healthcare industry. The successful candidate will serve as the primary project manager for the Equity Capital Markets (ECM) team, leading the end‑to‑end execution of a wide array of equity and equity‑linked financings, including initial public offerings, follow‑ons, structured deals, and convertible debt transactions.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the end‑to‑end execution of complex equity transactions as the senior execution lead on the ECM team.
• Act as the central project manager, overseeing day‑to‑day deal processes and guiding Analysts and Associates to ensure high‑quality, timely deliverables.
• Drive new business origination by leading the development of high‑impact pitch books and strategic market thematic presentations that leverage firm‑wide healthcare expertise.
• Manage senior‑level relationships with corporate clients and financial institutions, providing continuous market intelligence, tactical advice, and strategic guidance.
• Work closely with the broader investment banking team to coordinate all aspects of client management and transaction structuring.
• Direct syndicate coordination and manage book‑running roles to maintain the firm’s competitive positioning as a top‑tier healthcare capital markets partner.

Experience and Qualifications

• Four or more years of relevant experience in investment banking, with a significant and proven focus on Equity Capital Markets.
• Deep sector expertise in Healthcare, Biotech, or MedTech, including a nuanced understanding of clinical trial and regulatory (FDA) milestones that drive equity issuance windows.
• BS or BA with an exemplary academic record.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the demonstrated ability to lead high‑stakes client presentations and internal investment committees.
• Demonstrated leadership ability to manage multiple high‑pressure workstreams in a dynamic, meritocratic, and team‑oriented work environment.

About Leerink Partners, LLC

Leerink Partners is a leading investment bank providing a complete suite of financial solutions comprising M&A advisory, equity, debt, and derivative capital markets, equity research, and sales and trading capabilities. The firm’s strategic focus on the healthcare industry empowers it to provide unique advice and insights to its clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Leerink Partners is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to expanding its commitments and investments to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive company culture and innovation ecosystem. We are strongly committed to the values and policies of equal employment opportunity across our employment practices.