As a Director you will contribute to the development of the Fintech & Insurtech team. You will be accountable for ensuring the quality of work within their team, acts as a main communication point between the wider senior management and junior colleagues in their respective business area and, naturally, be responsible for the Investment Banking origination of Fintech & Insurtech clients in the UK and the execution of a broader range of strategic advisory mandates in the UK. Responsible for, oversees and leads on origination activity, including: Investment Banking origination (Equity Private Placement, M&A, Event driven Financing & Hedging) within the Fintech & Insurtech space Required skills: Deep expertise as a Fintech & Insurtech Banker or Equity Private Placement specialist, or as an IB originator in Coverage Expert knowledge of specific investments, with the ability to work transversally and tactfully across a complex ecosystem, and originate across international markets. Successful track record in execution of Equity Private Placement, and / or M&A, and/or ECM transactions. A strong understanding of the Fintech & Insurtech sector as well as the broader Tech and Software space. This should include key drivers of innovation and disruption in these sectors (at product, legal and regulatory levels), in-depth understanding of product / tech architecture and business models. Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts and provide specialist guidance and advice to others. Excellent people management and leadership skills, and an ability to work with individuals to set objectives and manage performance. Strong commercial acumen