Global Banking & Markets, Investment Banking, Classic, CEE Coverage, Associate/Vice President, London/Paris/Warsaw
Goldman Sachs · Paris, Île-de-France, France
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- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Paris, Île-de-France, France
Job highlights
- Manage and structure M&A, fixed income, equity transactions.
- Prepare financial models and client advisory presentations.
- Drive business development and coverage in CEE.
- Lead advisory teams and client relationships.
- Requires 3+ years investment banking experience.
About the role
Investment Banking Associate Vice President CEE Coverage
Our division works on some of the most complex financial challenges and transactions in the market today. Whether advising on a merger, providing financial solutions for an acquisition, or structuring an initial public offering, we handle projects that help clients at major milestones. We work with corporations, pension funds, financial sponsors, and governments and are team of strong analytical thinkers, who have a passion for producing out-of-the-box ideas.
How You Will Fulfill Your Potential
Our Associates and Vice Presidents play an important role in developing and strengthening our client relationships, leading our advisory teams and in structuring and executing a full range of financial transactions.
Responsibilities Include
- Help managing and structuring mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions, fixed income and equity issuances
- Preparing presentations and financial models, assessing clients situations to provide the necessary financial advice and recommending strategies to meet client goals
- Help driving business development and coverage in CEE across industries and products
Skills And Experiences We Are Looking For
- Master’s Degree and 3+ years of investment banking experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 6+ years investment banking or equivalent experience
- Strong track record of executing M&A and financing transactions in an investment banking advisory role
- 2+ years’ experience in leading deal teams of analysts and associates
- History of outstanding academic and professional achievement
- A self-starter with entrepreneurial mindset and the willingness to put in the required effort to exceed client expectations
- Proven strong project management and business development skills
- CEE regional expertise, with a strong preference for regional language skills
Key skills/competency
- Investment Banking
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
- Financial Modeling
- Client Relationship Management
- Business Development
- CEE Coverage
- Financial Transactions
- Deal Structuring
- Financial Advisory
- Project Management
Skills & topics
- Investment Banking
- Associate
- Vice President
- CEE Coverage
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- M&A
- Financial Modeling
- Business Development
- Financial Advisory
- Deal Structuring
- Goldman Sachs
- London
- Paris
- Warsaw
- Finance
- Banking
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight M&A, financing transactions, and CEE regional expertise.
- Showcase leadership: Emphasize experience leading deal teams and driving business development.
- Demonstrate analytical skills: Focus on financial modeling and strategic advisory capabilities.
- Prepare for case studies: Be ready to discuss complex financial challenges and solutions.
- Network within Goldman Sachs: Connect with professionals in investment banking for insights.
Technical preparation
Master financial modeling for M&A.,Practice valuation techniques.,Understand equity and debt capital markets.,Review CEE market dynamics.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex M&A deal you managed.,How do you drive business development?,How do you manage deal team pressure?,Tell me about your CEE market knowledge.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the career progression for an Investment Banking Associate Vice President at Goldman Sachs in London/Paris/Warsaw?
- At Goldman Sachs, Associates and Vice Presidents in Investment Banking are instrumental in client relationships and transaction execution. Career progression typically involves advancing from Associate to Vice President, with opportunities to take on more responsibility in deal management, client coverage, and team leadership within the CEE region.
- What specific CEE regional expertise is preferred for the Investment Banking Associate Vice President role at Goldman Sachs?
- The role prefers candidates with a strong understanding of the CEE market across various industries and products. Regional language skills are highly preferred, indicating a need for candidates who can effectively communicate and build relationships within the Central and Eastern European markets.
- How does Goldman Sachs approach financial advisory for clients in mergers and acquisitions?
- Goldman Sachs approaches financial advisory by deeply assessing client situations, developing complex financial models, and recommending strategic approaches to meet client goals. This includes managing and structuring transactions like M&A, fixed income, and equity issuances, ensuring comprehensive support for clients at critical milestones.
- What is the expected academic and professional background for this Investment Banking Associate Vice President position?
- Candidates are expected to have a Master’s Degree with 3+ years of investment banking experience, or a Bachelor’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. A history of outstanding academic and professional achievement, along with proven project management and business development skills, is crucial.
- How important is it to have experience leading deal teams for the Investment Banking Associate Vice President role?
- Experience leading deal teams of analysts and associates is a key requirement, with at least 2 years of such experience expected. This demonstrates the ability to manage and mentor junior team members throughout the transaction lifecycle.