Vice President, Sponsors Advisory

Chatham Financial; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Technology-enabled advisory tools

Employee ownership alignment

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm is seeking an experienced Vice President for its Sponsors Advisory team in Kennett Square, PA. The role involves advising private equity sponsors on hedging strategies, leading pricing analyses, and executing derivative transactions. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical skills and a team-oriented mindset are essential. The firm values independence and offers opportunities for career development in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of relevant industry experience in real estate, finance, or capital markets.
• Knowledge of private equity, LBO, or debt valuation techniques is a plus.
• Experience with financing structures like CMBS and credit facilities is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advise private equity sponsors on hedging strategies.
• Lead pricing analysis and execute derivative transactions.
• Present strategic recommendations to CFOs and treasury teams.

Skills

Proven drive

Analytical skills

Team player

Inquisitive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

MBA or Master's degree in finance

Job description

Job Description

We don't simply hire employees. We invest in them. When you work at Chatham, we empower you - offering professional development opportunities to help you grow in your career, no matter if you've been here for five months or 15 years. Chatham has worked hard to create a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity, and client service. You will have immediate opportunities to partner with talented subject matter experts, work on complex projects, and contribute to the value Chatham delivers every day.

Overview

Chatham Financial is looking for an experienced derivatives professional to join our Sponsors Advisory team at the Vice President level. The role offers a dynamic, fast‑paced work environment where team members develop a deep understanding of derivative products and markets. Learning happens through hands‑on experience in an apprenticeship‑style setting alongside seasoned consultants.

In this role you will

• Advise private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on interest rate and FX hedging strategies
• Lead pricing analysis and generate market indications using proprietary models and market intelligence
• Structure, negotiate, and execute derivative transactions directly with bank counterparties
• Analyze loan documents and capital structures to identify risk management implications
• Present strategic recommendations to CFOs, treasury teams, and investment professionals
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to deliver integrated advisory solutions
• Prepare, negotiate and review transaction documents for legal and regulatory compliance
• Execute OTC derivatives trades on behalf of clients
• Build rapport and, together with other Chatham teams, develop relationships with clients to identify new hedging as well as non‑hedging opportunities

Initially, you will be trained (or further trained) in interest rate and foreign currency hedging mechanics and pricing, followed by client advisory, deal structuring, negotiation of terms, and execution of hedges. As you grow in experience, you will bring value as a senior strategic advisor, participating in all aspects of hedging strategy and transaction execution for clients while growing your expertise in capital markets. You will take ownership of and contribute actively to training newer advisors and potentially have opportunities for extended assignments within our clients' teams where there is a fit. You will partner with colleagues in other service areas to identify additional client needs and provide comprehensive solutions. Our most experienced team members take on responsibility for a client sector or service and are involved in business development.

Your impact

This is an important role within the team, and individuals who perform well will be highly valued team members. Career development opportunities involve gaining leadership or managerial responsibilities, managing cross‑team processes, becoming senior relationships to large private equity sponsors, and fostering strong working relationships with counterparty banks.

• True independence - no balance sheet, no product conflicts
• Scale of sponsor access - work with many of the largest private equity firms globally
• Technology‑enabled advisory - proprietary analytics integrated into client strategy
• Employee ownership - alignment with firm growth and client outcomes

Contributors to your success

• "Do right by the client" attitude, inquisitive mindset, self‑starter, team player
• Proven drive, intellectual curiosity, and desire to grow personally and professionally
• Proven orientation towards collective team performance
• A bachelor's degree and approximately 5-7 years of relevant industry experience in real estate, finance, derivatives, capital markets, risk advisory, or related fields
• MBA or Master's degree in finance or related credentials (CFA, CPA, MAI) a plus, but not required
• Strong analytical skills and ability to translate raw data into practical insights
• Knowledge or experience with private equity, LBO, real estate and/or debt valuation techniques and methodologies a plus, but not required
• Experience with various financing structures such as CMBS, credit facilities, and mortgages, etc. a plus, but not required

About Chatham Financial

Chatham Financial is the largest independent financial risk management advisory and technology firm. A leader in debt and derivative solutions, Chatham provides clients with access to in-depth knowledge, innovative tools, and an incomparable team of over 700 employees to help mitigate risks associated with interest rate, foreign currency, and commodity exposures. Founded in 1991, Chatham serves more than 3,500 companies across a wide range of industries - handling over $1 trillion in transaction volume annually and helping businesses maximize their value in the capital markets, every day. To learn more, visitchathamfinancial.com.

Chatham Financial is an equal opportunity employer.