Investment Banking – EMEA Media & Communications – Vice President (Media Coverage Focus) – London
This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is highly motivated to work in a dynamic team and to contribute to our Investment Banking business.
Our EMEA Media & Communications Advisory team is responsible for the origination and execution of public and private M&A and capital markets transactions involving corporate and financial sponsor clients across the media and communications landscape. The team has deep relationships with leading media companies and investors in the EMEA region, covering subsectors such as broadcasting, content, gaming, digital media, data analytics, and related areas.
As a Vice President in the Investment Banking EMEA Media & Communications Advisory team, you will play a vital accountable role in maintaining a strategic dialogue with key clients and executing M&A and capital market transactions. You will play a pivotal role in implementing the execution function, including working with analysts and associates as well as assisting more senior bankers. You will also have plenty of opportunities to partner with colleagues from other countries and product teams (M&A, ECM, DCM, etc.).
Job Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the origination and execution of complex M&A and capital markets transactions, with a primary focus on Media sector clients.
* Oversee financial analysis, valuation, and modelling exercises.
* Develop and present strategic advice to clients, including board-level executives.
* Coordinate with J.P. Morgan product teams and external advisers (accounting, legal, etc.).
* Drive marketing initiatives and support business development efforts within the Media sector.
* Mentor and develop junior team members, providing training and guidance.
* Support recruiting activities for the team.
* Ensure high-quality client deliverables and maintain strong client relationships.
Required Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills
* Significant experience in Investment Banking or Corporate Finance, with a strong track record in the Media sector preferable.
* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required; advanced degree preferred.
* Proven project management and leadership skills.
* Strong quantitative and analytical abilities, including advanced Excel modelling and valuation expertise.
* Ability to take initiative and ownership of tasks.
* Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and defend recommendations.
* Deep interest in media businesses and industry trends.
* Foreign language skills are desirable but not required.
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