Vice President - Buy-Side Mergers & Acquisitions

Copper Run Capital • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

Are you ready to lead transactions from strategy to close in a fast-paced, team-first investment bank? At Copper Run, we’re hiring a full-time Vice President to join our growing Columbus office and lead buy-side M&A engagements across a wide range of industries. You’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients, drive deal execution, and mentor junior talent — all while playing a central role in delivering exceptional outcomes in the middle market. This is a leadership position with autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to shape firm success. What We’re Looking For We want someone who’s: An experienced dealmaker with a strategic mindset and the ability to execute A strong communicator , comfortable advising CEOs and negotiating with counterparties A relationship builder who knows how to win business and lead teams Organized, entrepreneurial, and energized by a fast-moving environment If you're a confident closer who thrives on challenge and collaboration, we want to talk.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, economics, or business administration
• FINRA Series 63 and 79 preferred
• 8–10 years of experience in investment banking, M&A, or a related field
• Strong leadership and project management abilities
• Proven track record of building relationships and closing deals
• Deep knowledge of financial statements, modeling, and valuation
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (CRM and PitchBook a plus)
• Goal-driven, self-motivated, and collaborative

Nice To Haves

• A business network is a plus

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead advisor on buy-side M&A transactions
• Provide strategic guidance to clients and manage execution
• Build and maintain relationships with acquisition targets and other stakeholders
• Negotiate deal terms to secure client objectives
• Oversee financial modeling, valuation, and analysis
• Mentor analysts and associates; build team capability
• Develop new business through referral networks and outreach
• Represent Copper Run’s culture and values in every interaction

Benefits

• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• Commissions on closed transactions
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), disability, and life insurance
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) to recharge when needed
• Daily lunch provided
• Friendly, energetic, casual-but-professional work environment
• Opportunities to lead, grow, and shape the firm’s success

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level