Investment Banking Vice President – Clean Energy & Power
About The Position
Our client, a full-service investment bank with more than 125 years of history and a global platform spanning securities brokerage, trading, research, underwriting, and corporate advisory services, is seeking a Vice President to join their Investment Banking team in New York, focused on the Clean Energy & Power sector. This role suits a strategic thinker with a strong background in complex financial transactions — a self-starter ready to work hard in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple projects at once. Experience leading sell-side M&A transactions is required. Sectors of focus include: Clean Power & Renewable Energy: Supporting utility-scale and distributed solar, wind, and off-grid decarbonization developers. Electrification & Mobility: Advising on EV infrastructure, next-generation transport, and battery logistics. Grid Modernization & Software: Partnering with companies focused on smart energy management systems (EMS) and AI-driven grid software. Energy Storage & Carbon Tech: Financing utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) and carbon removal platforms. Alternative & Next-Gen Fuels: Restructuring and funding for biomass, biofuels, and transition metals.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- 3–6 years of investment banking experience, with a Clean Energy & Power M&A track record preferred
- FINRA licenses required: SIE, Series 79, Series 63
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Experience leading sell-side M&A transactions is required.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Solid analytical and problem-solving ability
- Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative style
Nice To Haves
- Client Skills: able to win clients' confidence, anticipate and deliver on their needs, and build strong, long-term relationships
- Time Management: able to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, meet deadlines, manage expectations, and use firm resources efficiently
- Teamwork: works well within project teams, respectful of all levels of seniority, willing to train and mentor others
- Work Ethic and Attitude: dedicated, willing to take on added responsibility, strives for excellence under pressure
- Personal Characteristics: professional, intellectually curious, takes ownership of wins and losses, knows when to ask for help
Responsibilities
- Lead execution of M&A, recapitalizations, and capital raises (debt and equity) transactions within Clean Energy & Power
- Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, managing relationships and delivering financial solutions
- Oversee the development of detailed financial models, valuation analyses, and presentations
- Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture
- Contribute to business development efforts, identifying and pursuing new client opportunities across the Clean Energy & Power sector
- Build sector expertise and represent the firm at industry events and client meetings
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and prescription insurance
- Total health and wellness programs
- Flexible spending accounts
- Tuition and certification assistance programs
- Paid time off and additional benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
