VP of M&A

Company Description

We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our advisory services include mergers and acquisitions, debt advisory, growth equity and restructuring for the mid-market. We also provide valuations and fairness opinions and joint ventures advisory services. As one tightly integrated team of more than 500 professionals across 16 countries, we offer an unobstructed perspective, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Connect with us to learn more at www.lincolninternational.com.

Vice President Role

Lincoln International is seeking to add a Vice President to our rapidly growing M&A practice in the Chicago office. This role entails working closely with the firm’s Managing Directors in building relationships with clients and potential clients. This individual will need to have deep experience executing sell‑side deals in the middle market. In addition, Vice Presidents are expected to contribute to Associates’ and Analysts’ development at the firm. Responsibilities at Lincoln International are often less rigid and more entrepreneurial than at other firms, and the firm only hires individuals who will have the ability to develop into Partners in the organization over time.

Lincoln International continuously provides our Vice Presidents with opportunities beyond typical roles in order to accelerate professional development and maximize career trajectory. Key responsibilities include the following :

Proactive calling on potential new clients including private equity firms, privately‑held business owners and publicly‑traded companies.

Conceptualizing, organizing, processing and delivering new business presentations for potential transactions.

Leading the execution of transactions.

Managing, training and developing Associates and Analysts at the firm.

Qualifications

Must possess a strong track record of executing financing and / or M&A transactions, preferably in the middle market.

Must display an ability to confidently and credibly connect with potential new clients and to lead client meetings.

Must excel in finance, accounting and financial modeling and have good business acumen.

Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

Must display an ability to seek and identify new business opportunities in concert with Managing Director(s) as well as independently.

Must have the experience to successfully manage teams of Associates and Analysts.

Must have an MBA from a top‑tier program and have a strong academic record (both undergraduate and graduate).

A successful candidate will be an assertive, motivated self‑starter with the desire and potential to succeed in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Additional Information

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

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