Investment Banking Director

Our client is a well-established middle-market investment bank with a strong presence across consumer, industrials, technology, and healthcare sectors. They are seeking a high-caliber Investment Banking Director to join their Los Angeles office. This role is ideal for a senior banker who has begun building their own book of business and is motivated to grow into a Managing Director over the next few years.

Key Responsibilities Transaction Execution Lead and manage end-to-end execution of middle-market M&A transactions Oversee financial analysis, valuation, modeling, and marketing materials Coordinate due diligence, negotiations, and transaction closing processes Serve as a key point of contact for clients throughout transaction lifecycles Origination & Client Development Develop and expand relationships with business owners, private equity firms, and other intermediaries Contribute to sourcing new M&A opportunities and generating deal flow Begin building and expanding a personal book of business with firm support Participate in industry coverage efforts across consumer, industrials, technology, and healthcare Collaborate with senior bankers on pitches and business development initiatives Ideal Candidate Profile Significant experience in investment banking, with a focus on middle-market M&A Demonstrated ability to lead transactions and manage client relationships Early-stage or growing book of business, or strong evidence of origination potential Desire and ambition to progress into a Managing Director role in the near to mid-term Strong financial, analytical, and strategic thinking skills Proven leadership skills and experience mentoring junior bankers Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities Career Development & Mentorship Direct mentorship from senior leadership and Managing Directors Structured roadmap toward independent origination and MD promotion Access to firm resources, brand equity, and collaborative culture to support growth Opportunity to meaningfully influence the firm's long-term success

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