Investment Banking Vice President | Consumer Retail

INVESTMENT BANKING
Our division works on some of the most complex financial challenges and transactions in the market today. Whether advising on a merger, providing financial solutions for an acquisition, or structuring an initial public offering, we handle projects that help clients at major milestones. We work with corporations, financial sponsors, and venture capital firms and are a team of strong analytical thinkers with a passion for producing out-of-the-box ideas.
YOUR IMPACT
We are looking for an experienced professional to join our Cross Markets Group (“CMG”) Consumer Retail coverage team as a Vice President within the Investment Banking Division in New York. In this role, you will lead transaction execution, strengthen client relationships and deliver strategic advice across a broad range of complex financial matters. You will serve as a senior member of deal teams and a primary day-to-day contact for clients, while providing leadership, guidance and development to Analysts and Associates.
OUR IMPACT
CMG is a classic investment banking team with dedicated bankers across TMT, Industrials, Consumer Retail, Healthcare, Natural Resources, and Financial Institutions. CMG focuses on expanding Investment Banking’s coverage of corporate clients, sponsor portfolio companies and financial sponsors, providing M&A, financing and other corporate finance solutions. We work with founders, sponsors and executives to deliver high-quality advice and execution across products. The CMG Consumer Retail coverage team advises public and private clients across a range of subsectors, including but not limited to, Food and Beverage, Retail and Apparel, Restaurants, Consumer Services and Consumer Technology.
HOW YOU WILL FULFILL YOUR POTENTIAL
Role Responsibilities
Develop and strengthen relationships with Consumer Retail clients, serving as a primary day-to-day contact and strategic advisor
Lead the execution of complex transactions from origination through closing, including buy-side and sell-side M&A, and debt and equity financings
Translate detailed financial, valuation and industry analyses into clear strategic recommendations tailored to client objectives
Oversee the development of financial models, customized valuation analyses, transaction materials and client presentations
Advise clients on industry trends, strategic alternatives, financing considerations and transaction structures
Coordinate multidisciplinary teams of bankers, attorneys, tax advisors and other internal and external stakeholders
Oversee due diligence processes and contribute actively to the negotiation of transaction documentation
Manage deal teams and workflows to ensure high-quality execution and timely delivery
Mentor, train and develop Analysts and Associates while fostering a collaborative team environment
Contribute to client coverage, business development and the continued growth of the CMG Consumer Retail franchise
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Basic Qualifications
Minimum four years of investment banking experience with a master’s degree, or seven years of investment banking or equivalent experience with a bachelor’s degree
History of outstanding academic and professional achievement
Strong track record of executing buy-side and sell-side M&A, equity and debt financing transactions in an investment banking advisory role
A minimum of two years experience leading deal teams of Analysts and Associates
Strong financial modeling, valuation, analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively
Proven ability to build trusted relationships with clients, senior stakeholders and deal teams
Strong leadership skills and experience managing and developing junior professionals
Personal integrity, sound judgment, initiative and attention to detail
Strong work ethic and the ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively in a fast-paced environment
Strong team orientation and the ability to work effectively across groups and regions
Previous sector experience in Consumer Retail preferred
Salary Range
The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $250,000–$300,000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.
Benefits
Goldman Sachs is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are generally available to active, non-temporary, full-time and part-time US employees who work at least 20 hours per week, can be found here.
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