Small-Cap - Investment Banking - Vice President

Job description

As a Vice President within our Small Cap Investment Banking team, you will help build and deliver a growing franchise focused primarily on sell-side M&A (with related financing as applicable) for family-founded/family-owned businesses, sponsor-backed companies, and select small-cap public companies. The goal is to bring the full JPMorganChase platform to small cap clients through deep partnership with the Commercial Bank and Private Bank. This partnership model is core to success—Vice Presidents who can work effectively across the firm, build strong internal connectivity, and demonstrate confident client presence will be well positioned to thrive in a fast-paced, high-opportunity environment.

Optional (include if you want to be explicit on scope): The team typically targets transactions in the ~$100–$500MM enterprise value range.

Job Responsibilities

Act as the primary day-to-day client point of contact and lead banker on transactions

Review and coordinate the analytic work of junior bankers to advance marketing and execution processes

Refine marketing and execution materials for maximum client impact

Oversee the creation of financial projection models, valuation analyses, and supporting materials

Liaise with internal and external parties on transactions (e.g., lawyers, accountants, counterparties)

Lead client negotiations, Q&A processes, and management interviews

Run sell-side M&A execution day-to-day, including workplan ownership, diligence coordination, buyer list development, outreach strategy, process management, and timeline control

Operate effectively in lean deal teams, providing hands‑on leadership across deliverables while ensuring consistently high-quality, client-ready output

Coach and develop Analysts and Associates by setting clear workstreams, providing actionable feedback, and deploying team capacity efficiently

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

Prior work experience in an investment banking front office role

Demonstrated experience leading day-to-day execution on M&A and/or financing transactions

Experience training and developing junior bankers

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to communicate concepts and ideas concisely and defend their validity

Very strong quantitative and analytical skills (including Excel modeling and valuation work)

Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines; aptitude to synthesize large amounts of information and develop practical solutions

Adaptability; able to manage projects independently and assume a high level of responsibility as a member of a team

Ability to comfortably interact with clients in a professional and mature manner

Excellent understanding of financial, legal, and reputational risks facing large integrated investment banks in today’s environment

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

Significant experience executing sell-side M&A processes end-to-end, including diligence coordination, management preparation, targeted buyer outreach strategy, and negotiation support

Experience advising family-owned/founder-led and/or sponsor-backed companies; comfort navigating multiple stakeholder dynamics

Proven ability to operate in a cross-coverage partnership model, coordinating effectively with internal partners (including Commercial Bank and Private Bank) to source, evaluate, and execute opportunities

Demonstrated ability to succeed in a high-volume, fast-paced environment with multiple concurrent workstreams and lean teams

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

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.

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. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans

J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world. We are seeking an experienced Vice President to join our industry leading team.

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Worksite address

new york, NY, 10261, US

Who can apply

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