Investment Banking Vice President | Consumer Retail
About The Position
Goldman Sachs is seeking an experienced Vice President to join its Cross Markets Group (CMG) Consumer Retail coverage team within the Investment Banking Division in New York. The position leads transaction execution, strengthens client relationships, and delivers strategic advice on complex financial matters. The Vice President serves as a senior deal-team member and primary day-to-day client contact, while guiding and developing Analysts and Associates. CMG provides M&A, financing, and other corporate finance solutions to corporations, sponsor portfolio companies, and financial sponsors. The Consumer Retail team advises public and private clients across sectors including Food and Beverage, Retail and Apparel, Restaurants, Consumer Services, and Consumer Technology.
Requirements
- At least 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 executing buy-side and sell-side M&A, equity, and debt financing transactions in an investment banking advisory role.
- At least two years of experience leading deal teams of Analysts and Associates.
- Strong financial modeling, valuation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly and effectively.
- 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 ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong team orientation and ability to work effectively across groups and regions.
Nice To Haves
- Previous sector experience in Consumer Retail.
Responsibilities
- Develop and strengthen Consumer Retail client relationships, serving as a primary day-to-day contact and strategic advisor.
- Lead complex transactions from origination through closing, including buy-side and sell-side M&A and debt and equity financings.
- Translate financial, valuation, and industry analyses into strategic recommendations tailored to client objectives.
- Oversee financial models, customized valuation analyses, transaction materials, and client presentations.
- Advise clients on industry trends, strategic alternatives, financing considerations, and transaction structures.
- Coordinate bankers, attorneys, tax advisors, and other internal and external stakeholders.
- Oversee due diligence and contribute to negotiation of transaction documentation.
- Manage deal teams and workflows to ensure high-quality execution and timely delivery.
- Mentor, train, and develop Analysts and Associates, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Contribute to client coverage, business development, and the growth of the CMG Consumer Retail franchise.
Benefits
- Competitive benefits and wellness offerings.
- May be eligible for a discretionary bonus if an active employee as of fiscal year-end.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
