VP - FIG (Insurance) Investment Banking / M&A

My client is a well-known global investment bank with a highly successful UK and European FIG investment banking business and they are currently making an incremental FIG M&A hire in London - a VP (or potentially Senior Associate) to specialise in Insurance.

In this capacity you will work closely with senior bankers (and a strong junior team) to maximise origination and deal execution capabilities. This business offers a collegial and entrepreneurial environment and rewards staff with substantial responsibility and interaction with senior-level professionals and clients.

Core responsibilities:
• Leading executing of Life and Non-Life pan-European transactions
• Oversee creation and preparation of client presentations in support of new business development and transaction execution
• Coordinating and performing business due diligence, valuation etc, preparation of confidential memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches, and other presentations
• Involvement in building relationships and maintaining direct contact with current and prospective clients
• Providing guidance, mentorship, and training to Analysts

The ideal candidate would possess the following qualities and background:
• Proven background in M&A and possess impressive FIG investment banking experience (including Insurance specific transactions and client work)
• Strong communications skills: ability to interact confidently with banking professionals and clients
• Outstanding analytical skills, including ability to perform extensive data analysis
• Excellent financial modelling experience
• Possess business acumen to initiate and extend group marketing and client development efforts
• Team player