Strategic Financing Solutions - Executive Director

JPMorgan Chase & Co. • New York, NY

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About The Position

As an Executive Director in the Strategic Financing Solutions (SFS) team, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping business strategy, driving origination, and overseeing execution across the full spectrum of strategic financing transactions. You will lead the "full cycle" of transactional execution, including developing and presenting marketing pitches, overseeing and synthesizing financial analysis, preparing and delivering internal committee memoranda and client presentations. You will operate in a dynamic and fast-paced Capital Markets environment, providing strategic direction and mentorship to junior team members, and collaborating with senior stakeholders across product areas to originate and structure complex corporate financing transactions. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of the SFS business, including structure analysis, pipeline management, evaluating market developments, and developing innovative marketing content. You will cover a broad range of industries and sponsors, and coordinate with various trading desks across asset classes, ensuring seamless execution and delivery for clients.

Requirements

• Minimum seven years in a markets-related transactional role, with significant experience in an investment banking front office or related leadership position.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic vision in originating and executing complex transactions.
• Strong quantitative skills and intellectual curiosity, with the ability to synthesize and communicate complex financial concepts.
• Proven ability to operate effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Deep understanding of corporate finance and transaction cycles, with a strong execution orientation.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with senior professionals, clients, and key stakeholders across the firm.
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently while leading teams.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, creativity, and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Personal integrity, initiative, and strong leadership qualities.
• High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• FINRA Series 79, 63 licenses preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and structuring of transactions across a wide range of asset classes, including Digital Infrastructure ABS, Preferred Equity Transactions, Bespoke Loans, Whole Business Securitizations, and others.
• Drive origination efforts by identifying and developing revenue opportunities through a deep understanding of corporate financing needs and assets.
• Oversee the preparation and delivery of materials for client meetings, including presentations on new products and market updates; actively participate in and lead client calls and meetings.
• Cultivate client relationships by proactively responding to inquiries, pitching new ideas, and providing strategic solutions.
• Manage and direct the execution process, coordinating among sales, trading, Banking, Risk, legal, and other involved parties (compliance, business management, operations, etc.).
• Lead engagement with rating agencies, legal counsel, internal control functions, and all deal parties to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Develop and launch new products and platforms to expand the bank’s offerings in the credit and loan financing space.
• Monitor and interpret industry and market developments to inform product strategy and business growth.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Benefits

• We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location.
• Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions.
• We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility.
• These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed