Role Overview for EVP, Capital Markets with a National Investment Bank – New York, NY
JRG Partners has been exclusively retained to lead the search for an exceptional Executive Vice President (EVP) of Capital Markets for a prestigious, nationally recognized investment bank headquartered in New York, NY. This is a paramount leadership position for a visionary executive poised to shape the future of the firm’s capital markets division.
The successful candidate will be a cornerstone of the executive leadership team, reporting directly to the CEO, and will hold ultimate responsibility for the strategic direction, operational excellence, and financial performance of all capital markets activities, encompassing both Equity Capital Markets (ECM) and Debt Capital Markets (DCM).
Our client is a dynamic and growing institution with a strong balance sheet and a reputation for providing sophisticated financial solutions to a diverse client base, including middle-market corporations, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors. In an era of complex and rapidly evolving financial landscapes, this role is critical to capitalizing on market opportunities, driving revenue growth, and enhancing the bank’s competitive standing.
The EVP will be tasked with building upon a solid foundation, inspiring a high-caliber team, and fostering a culture of innovation, integrity, and client-centricity. This individual will not only manage existing business lines but will also be instrumental in identifying and developing new products, services, and market strategies to ensure long-term, sustainable success. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on a leading financial institution and leave a lasting legacy on its growth trajectory.
Key Responsibilities of EVP, Capital Markets with a National Investment Bank – New York, NY
The EVP, Capital Markets will have a broad and demanding mandate, requiring a blend of strategic foresight, transactional expertise, and inspirational leadership. Key responsibilities include:
Strategic Leadership and Divisional Oversight
Develop, articulate, and execute a comprehensive, forward-looking strategy for the Capital Markets division. This includes setting ambitious but achievable goals for revenue, market share, and profitability. You will provide decisive leadership, ensuring the division’s activities are seamlessly aligned with the bank’s overall strategic objectives and risk appetite.
Business Development and Client Relationship Management
Act as the firm’s senior representative in the capital markets community. Leverage your extensive network to originate new business opportunities and cultivate deep, lasting relationships with C-suite executives, private equity partners, and key institutional investors. Drive the marketing and origination efforts across all product areas, ensuring a robust and active deal pipeline.
Transaction Origination and Execution
Provide senior-level oversight for the entire transaction lifecycle, from initial pitch to final closing. This includes guiding teams on complex deal structuring, valuation, pricing strategies, and syndication. You will ensure the highest standards of execution excellence are maintained for all transactions, including IPOs, follow-on offerings, private placements, leveraged finance, and investment-grade debt issuances.
Team Leadership and Talent Development
Lead, mentor, and develop a world-class team of capital markets professionals. Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that attracts, retains, and motivates top talent. You will be responsible for setting performance benchmarks, providing constructive feedback, and creating clear career progression paths for your team members.
P&L Management and Financial Performance
Assume full P&L responsibility for the Capital Markets division. This involves developing annual budgets, forecasting revenue streams, managing the expense base, and allocating resources effectively to maximize return on investment. You will be accountable for delivering on the division’s financial targets.
Market Intelligence and Strategic Advisory
Serve as the firm’s foremost expert on capital markets trends, competitive dynamics, and the macroeconomic environment. Provide insightful analysis and strategic counsel to the executive management team, the Board of Directors, and key clients, helping them navigate market volatility and make informed capital decisions.
Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance
Uphold the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct. Ensure that all divisional activities adhere to internal risk management protocols and external regulatory compliance frameworks. Proactively identify and mitigate potential risks associated with transactions and market exposures.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Champion a collaborative approach by working closely with the heads of Investment Banking, Sales & Trading, Research, and other key departments. This partnership is essential to delivering integrated, holistic financial solutions to the bank’s clients and maximizing cross-selling opportunities across the platform.
Requirements for the EVP, Capital Markets with a National Investment Bank – New York, NY
The ideal candidate will be a seasoned and respected leader in the investment banking community with a proven history of success. The qualifications for this role are rigorous, reflecting its seniority and strategic importance.
Professional Experience
A minimum of 15-20 years of progressive experience within capital markets at a reputable investment bank or financial institution. Demonstrable experience in a senior leadership capacity with significant P&L and team management responsibilities is essential.
Transactional Expertise
An extensive and demonstrable track record of successfully originating, structuring, and executing a broad range of complex ECM and DCM transactions. The candidate must possess deep product knowledge across the capital structure.
Extensive Network
A vast and portable network of senior-level relationships with corporate issuers, institutional investors, and private equity sponsors. This network will be critical for immediate business generation and long-term strategic growth.
Leadership Acumen
Exceptional leadership and management skills with a proven ability to build, inspire, and lead high-performing teams. Must be a strategic thinker who can set a clear vision and motivate others to achieve it.
Financial and Analytical Skills
Superior financial acumen, with a deep understanding of corporate finance, valuation methodologies, financial modeling, and complex security structures. Must possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Impeccable executive presence with outstanding written and verbal communication skills. The ability to present complex financial concepts cogently and persuasively to C-level executives, boards, and sophisticated investors is paramount.
Educational Background
A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field is required. A Master of Business Administration (MBA) from a top-tier institution or a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation is highly preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
Active FINRA Series 7, 63, and 79 licenses are required for this role.
Benefits & Perks Offered
Our client is committed to rewarding its top executives with a compensation and benefits package that is commensurate with the seniority and impact of the role. The package is designed to attract and retain the highest caliber of talent in the industry.
Executive Compensation
A highly competitive base salary complemented by a significant, performance-driven annual bonus tied to individual, divisional, and firm-wide performance.
Long-Term Incentives
Meaningful participation in the firm’s equity or long-term incentive plan (LTIP), providing a direct stake in the long-term success and value creation of the bank.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness
A premier benefits package including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your eligible dependents, with low employee premiums. Includes access to top-tier wellness programs and mental health resources.
Retirement Planning
A generous 401(k) retirement plan featuring a substantial company match to help you achieve your long-term financial goals.
Generous Paid Time Off
An executive-level paid time off (PTO) policy, in addition to company-paid holidays and sick leave, to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
Professional Development
A dedicated budget for continuing education, industry conferences, and professional development to ensure you remain at the forefront of the industry.
Relocation Support
A comprehensive relocation assistance package is available for exceptional candidates who are not currently based in the New York metropolitan area.
How to Apply
JRG Partners is proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for this critical executive search. We invite all qualified and interested candidates to submit their applications for confidential consideration. Due to the sensitive nature of this high-level search, all inquiries and applications will be handled with the utmost discretion.
To express your interest, please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and your vision for leading a premier capital markets division. For more information about our expertise in this sector, please visit our Banking & Financial Services practice area page. Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
