Investment Banking Associate/VP - FIG - Selby Jennings

Selby Jennings is seeking an Investment Banking Associate/VP for their Chicago office. The role involves executing M&A transactions, supporting private placements, conducting financial modeling, and collaborating with senior bankers. Candidates should have 3+ years of investment banking experience, strong technical skills, and excellent communication abilities. The firm offers a collaborative environment with exposure to high-impact transactions and direct interaction with senior leadership.
Investment Banking Associate/Vice President - Middle Market FIG Advisory

Location: Chicago, IL

Firm Type: Boutique Investment Bank

Overview:

Our client is a highly regarded boutique investment bank with a strong track record of advising companies on strategic and capital decisions. The firm partners with businesses across financial services sector to deliver tailored solutions in mergers & acquisitions, private placements, and capital structure optimization. They pride themselves on a client-first ethos and long-term relationship building.

Key Responsibilities:
• Execute M&A transactions, including buy-side and sell-side advisory for middle-market and Fortune 500 clients.
• Support private placement processes, including raising debt and equity capital and identifying appropriate capital partners.
• Conduct financial modeling, valuation analyses, and deal structuring to maximize client outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior bankers to develop strategic recommendations and present to C-suite executives.
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate with legal, accounting, and other third-party advisors.

Qualifications:
• 3+ years of investment banking experience (M&A or capital markets focus preferred).
• Strong technical skills in financial modeling and valuation.
• Excellent communication and client management abilities.
• Experience in financial services sectors is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; MBA or CFA is a bonus.

Why Join:
• Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact transactions in a collaborative boutique environment.
• Exposure to both advisory and capital raising mandates.
• Entrepreneurial culture with direct senior leadership interaction.