Investment Banking - EMEA FIG - Insurance - Vice President - London
LONDON, LONDON, United Kingdom
Job Information
* Job Identification 210719728
* Job Category Client Management
* Business Unit Commercial & Investment Bank
* Posting Date 03/19/2026, 11:13 PM
* Locations 25 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, Greater London, E14 5JP, GB
* Job Schedule Full time
* Job Shift Day
Job Description
Investment Banking – EMEA FIG (Insurance) – Vice President – London
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated banker to join a dynamic team and contribute meaningfully to our Investment Banking franchise.
Our EMEA FIG Insurance team originates and executes public and private M&A and capital markets transactions for corporate, financial sponsor and government clients across the insurance ecosystem. We maintain deep relationships with leading companies and investors across subsectors including Life & Pensions, Property & Casualty, Reinsurance, Insurance Brokers and Services, Specialty lines, and Insurtech, and we support clients through strategic M&A and capital markets solutions that align with their corporate strategy and structure.
The FIG Insurance team is part of our broader EMEA Financial Institutions Group platform, collaborating closely with product partners and adjacent coverage teams to deliver market leading corporate broking, advisory and financing capabilities across the FIG client base.
Role overview
As a Vice President in the EMEA FIG Insurance coverage team, you will lead day‑to‑day execution on live transactions and play a key role in client coverage and origination. You will manage analysts and associates, partner closely with senior bankers, and collaborate with cross border colleagues and product teams (M&A, ECM, DCM, LevFin, Ratings/Credit) to deliver best in class advice.
Key responsibilities
Lead and manage the origination and execution of complex M&A and capital markets transactions for insurance clients (buyside, sellside, carveouts, take privates, portfolio/asset sales; where relevant, reinsurance and balance sheet optimization solutions)
Oversee and review financial analysis, valuation and modelling (DCF, trading and transaction comps, merger models, LBOs, accretion/dilution) ensuring analytical rigor and accuracy; guide teams through large and complex valuation exercises
Develop and present strategic advice and materials to clients, including board level executives; contribute to idea generation and pipeline development aligned to EMEA insurance sector themes and market dynamics
Coordinate workstreams with internal product partners and external advisers (legal, accounting and other diligence providers) across jurisdictions; manage due diligence, documentation and negotiations from pitch to close
Drive marketing initiatives, pitches and thought leadership tailored to insurance regulatory and market developments; keep abreast of key market and regulatory changes and translate insights into client recommendations and opportunities
Mentor and develop junior team members; set quality standards, provide training and feedback; support recruiting and foster a collaborative team culture
Ensure high quality deliverables, strong client relationships and adherence to internal risk, conduct and compliance requirements; uphold and enhance the franchise’s reputation in the marketplace
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
Significant Investment Banking experience with a strong track record in Financial Institutions, ideally with meaningful exposure to the Insurance sector across products and transaction types
Proven project leadership and process management skills; ability to run multiple cross border transactions under tight timelines and manage senior client and adviser interactions effectively
Advanced quantitative and analytical abilities, including expert Excel modelling and valuation; proficient in building and reviewing detailed financial models and complex analyses for live transactions and strategic dialogue
Demonstrated origination contribution (idea generation, relationship development, pitch leadership) and an ability to convert opportunities into mandates; strong communication and client engagement skills
Proactive ownership mindset; highly organized, detail oriented and decisive; excellent technology skills with superior Excel and PowerPoint, and ability to quickly learn new applications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; advanced degree a plus
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
Additional European language skills to support cross border execution and client engagement across EMEA
Experience working with financial sponsors and insurance focused investors active in EMEA; familiarity with regulatory frameworks and diligence topics specific to insurance (e.g., Solvency II, reinsurance structures, capital optimization)
About Us
J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world’s most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit ourFAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
About the Team
J.P. Morgan's Global Banking business is one of the largest wholesale banking client franchises in the world. We serve clients, including corporations, governments, states, municipalities, healthcare organizations, education institutions, banks and investors.
Global Investment Banking supports a broad range of corporations, institutions and governments by providing strategic advice, capital raising and risk management expertise.
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