Investment Banking Vice President M&A Advisory (US Global Independent) Business Services Sector. Based in London. Our client, a leading US global independent investment bank, is actively hiring an Vice President (VP level depending on experience) to join their growing Business Services (mergers and acquisitions/ M&A) team in London. The Business Services team has built a strong reputation covering professional services in particular (legal, accountancy and tech services businesses) and has delivered a number of sector defining transactions in recent years. The team mostly does sell-side M&A (including large cap work (ie £1B) and is doing more work with PLCs. Understanding UK takeover code and having a wider knowledge of multiple products, Public to Private transaction experience etc, is advantageous. Requirements for consideration 5-7 years experience working in a full service (ideally Bulge Bracket) investment bank or leading Independent platform in London. (While already covering Business Services is advantageous, our client is open to considering other sector backgrounds.) Fundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies, and applications. Excellent Financial modelling and analytical abilities. Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and work streams effectively, delivering high quality work on schedule. Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. High resilience, willingness to learn and enthusiasm. The team has an exceptionally strong track record in the market and the work involved will be predominately deal execution focused.