Director – Investment Banking (French Speaker)

We are seeking a highly experienced Director – Investment Banking (French Speaker) to lead the development of our French market coverage from Italy. This is a senior, revenue-generating role combining strategic origination, client relationship management, and oversight of complex cross‑border transactions.

The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the firm’s international footprint, with a strong focus on M&A advisory, capital raising, and strategic financial advisory services for corporates and private equity clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive business development and origination activities across the French market.
• Build and maintain senior‑level relationships with CEOs, CFOs, entrepreneurs, and private equity funds.
• Lead pitching processes and negotiate engagement mandates.
• Oversee and execute complex cross‑border M&A and financing transactions (buy‑side and sell‑side).
• Coordinate and supervise deal teams (VPs, Associates, Analysts), ensuring high‑quality deliverables and timely execution.
• Contribute to the firm’s international growth strategy and market positioning in France.
• Promote cross‑selling opportunities across different business lines within the group.
• Represent the firm at industry events and strengthen brand visibility in the French ecosystem.

Requirements

Professional Experience

• 10+ years of experience in Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, or M&A advisory.
• Proven track record of successfully closed transactions with increasing levels of responsibility.
• Direct exposure to the French market and established professional network in France.

Technical Skills

• Strong financial modeling and valuation expertise.
• Deep understanding of M&A processes (sell‑side, buy‑side) and capital raising transactions.
• Excellent negotiation and deal‑structuring capabilities.

Languages

• Native or fluent French (mandatory).
• Italian is a plus but not required.

Personal Attributes

• Strong commercial mindset and entrepreneurial approach.
• Leadership skills with the ability to manage and mentor teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building abilities.
• High level of autonomy and strategic thinking.