Director Investment Banking - Consumer M&A

New York, United States
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Job Description

Position Summary:

A leading investment bank is seeking a highly motivated Director to join its Consumer & Retail Mergers and Acquisitions group based in New York City. The ideal candidate will play a key leadership role in managing M&A transaction execution, developing client relationships, and driving origination efforts within the consumer sector, including branded products, food & beverage, beauty, health & wellness, and related verticals.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage the execution of buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions within the Consumer sector.

  • Partner with Managing Directors on business development initiatives and pitch execution.

  • Serve as the senior point of contact for clients, providing strategic insights and managing communications throughout the deal lifecycle.

  • Oversee financial modeling, valuation analyses, and preparation of client presentation materials.

  • Supervise and mentor junior team members; foster a high-performance, collaborative culture.

  • Monitor industry trends and maintain deep knowledge of consumer market dynamics to inform origination and strategic advisory.

  • Support the development of new client relationships and deepen existing engagements through strategic advice and market intelligence.


Qualifications:

  • 8–12 years of experience in investment banking, with a strong focus on M&A in the Consumer sector.

  • Demonstrated track record of transaction leadership and client engagement.

  • Expertise in financial modeling, valuation, and deal structuring.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and project management skills.

  • Proven ability to manage multiple transactions and teams simultaneously.

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent graduate degree preferred.

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  • Seniority level Director

  • Employment type Full-time

  • Job function Finance

  • Industries Staffing and Recruiting, Investment Banking, and Financial Services