Analyst/Associate/AVP - Investment Banking

Job Title: Analyst/Associate/AVP Investment Banking

Location: Ahmedabad and Bangalore

Sector Focus and Services:

1. Transportation & Mobility

- Focus: Sustainable transport solutions, smart mobility, urban mobility planning, freight logistics, and infrastructure development.

- Services: Transport planning, policy advisory, infrastructure development, financing solutions, and project management.

2. Energy & Utilities

- Focus: Renewable energy, clean energy transition, energy efficiency, and sustainability initiatives.

- Services: Energy market analysis, policy advisory, financial modeling, project finance, and capital raising.

3. Infrastructure & Urban Development

- Focus: Urban regeneration, smart cities, public-private partnerships (PPPs), and sustainable infrastructure.

- Services: Infrastructure investment, project finance advisory, urban planning, and regulatory consulting.

4. Technology & Innovation

- Focus: Digital transformation, technology integration, smart city solutions, AI, and big data analytics.

- Services: Technology strategy, innovation advisory, digital transformation, and smart solutions consulting.

5. Environmental Sustainability

- Focus: Climate change mitigation, environmental assessments, sustainable resource management, and ESG strategies.

- Services: Environmental impact assessments (EIAs), sustainability strategy development, and climate finance advisory.

6. Public Policy & Governance

- Focus: Regulatory frameworks, policy design, and governance structures to promote sustainable development.

- Services: Policy advisory, governance consulting, regulatory impact assessments, and strategic recommendations.

7. Healthcare & Education

- Focus: Healthcare infrastructure, EdTech innovations, and improving access to quality services.

- Services: Healthcare system design, infrastructure planning, strategic consulting, and performance evaluations.

Role Overview:

Client is looking for a driven Analyst/Associate/AVP to lead and manage its investment banking operations across various sectors. The role will be based in Ahmedabad/Bangalore, and you will be responsible for overseeing major investment banking transactions, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), capital raising, project finance, and public-private partnerships (PPPs). You will lead a team of senior advisors and sector experts while working closely with clients, institutional investors, and government bodies to execute high-value deals.

Key Responsibilities:

Deal Execution & Management:

- Lead Complex Transactions: Oversee the structuring and execution of high-profile deals, including M&A, project finance, capital raising, and PPP transactions across multiple sectors.

- Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, including C-suite executives, institutional investors, government stakeholders, and private equity firms.

- Due Diligence & Risk Management: Ensure thorough due diligence is conducted on all transactions, overseeing financial models, risk assessments, and market analysis.

- Transaction Structuring: Provide strategic guidance on the optimal structuring of financial transactions, including capital raising, joint ventures, debt financing, and equity placements.

Leadership & Team Management:

- Lead Investment Banking Team: Manage and mentor a team of sector specialists, investment bankers, and analysts, ensuring the effective delivery of client solutions.

- Mentorship & Development: Foster a culture of professional growth and development, providing training and leadership to junior and mid-level team members.

- Cross-Sector Collaboration: Work closely with the broader team, including sector heads, regulatory experts, and project managers, to ensure integrated solutions for clients.

Business Development & Market Positioning:

- New Business Generation: Identify and pursue new business opportunities in key sectors, expanding footprint in the investment banking and advisory space.

- Pitch & Proposal Development: Lead the creation of compelling proposals and presentations to win new business and enhance existing relationships with clients.

- Market Trends & Insights: Stay up to date with market developments and sector trends, positioning as a leader in delivering innovative solutions.

Strategic Advisory:

- Investment Strategies: Provide strategic investment advice to clients, helping them assess growth opportunities, optimize portfolios, and manage risk.

- Sector Expertise: Leverage deep sector knowledge to offer strategic recommendations that align with clients business objectives and market conditions.

- Global Market Insights: Bring global perspectives on trends in the infrastructure, energy, transport, and public policy sectors to guide decision-making.

Key Requirements:

Experience:

- 3-8 years of experience in investment banking, financial advisory, or project finance with significant exposure to key sectors such as infrastructure, transport, energy, sustainability, and public-private partnerships (PPPs).

- Proven track record in leading and executing M&A, capital raising, debt and equity financing, and project finance transactions.

- Experience managing client relationships at the C-suite level and dealing with large institutional investors.

Skills:

- Strong expertise in financial modeling, valuation techniques, due diligence processes, and risk management.

- Exceptional leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring cross-functional teams.

- Proven ability to manage complex deals from initiation to completion, with the ability to oversee multiple projects simultaneously.

- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with a knack for building and maintaining client trust.

Education:

- Bachelors degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.

- An MBA or other advanced degrees (preferably in finance or business) from a reputable institution is highly desirable.