The Harrison-Rush Group
Vice President Tech and Media
The Harrison-Rush Group, New York, New York, us, 10261
A Vice President (VP) in software investment banking leads client engagements and executes complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private placements, and IPOs within the software sector. This role combines client relationship management with analytical oversight and involves collaborating with associates and analysts to develop detailed financial models, pitch books, and market analyses tailored to software industry needs. Here are the main responsibilities and requirements:
Key Responsibilities
Client Management : VPs work closely with clients, often serving as the primary point of contact. They oversee the preparation and delivery of pitch presentations and transaction updates, aiming to build trust and understand client goals?
. Transaction Execution : VPs are critical in executing M&A deals, from initial due diligence to final deal structuring. This includes supervising financial modeling, valuation analysis, and presentations, and navigating complex negotiations?
. Team Leadership and Development : VPs oversee associates and analysts, ensuring the accuracy of financial models and guiding junior staff in client presentation preparation and industry research?
. Market Insights and Business Development : VPs in the software sector are expected to stay up-to-date on tech trends, competitive movements, and regulatory changes, contributing insights that support client strategies and enhance business development efforts?
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Skills and Qualifications Experience : 5-7 years in investment banking, ideally with a focus on technology or software. Prior roles often include associate or senior associate positions where candidates gained experience with client management and transaction execution?
. Technical Skills : Advanced financial modeling, valuation techniques (such as DCF and LBO models), and industry-specific expertise in software and technology markets? I . Soft Skills : Strong client management, communication, and leadership abilities are essential, as VPs must interact with C-level executives and coordinate teams to meet tight deadlines?
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Compensation
Key Responsibilities
Client Management : VPs work closely with clients, often serving as the primary point of contact. They oversee the preparation and delivery of pitch presentations and transaction updates, aiming to build trust and understand client goals?
. Transaction Execution : VPs are critical in executing M&A deals, from initial due diligence to final deal structuring. This includes supervising financial modeling, valuation analysis, and presentations, and navigating complex negotiations?
. Team Leadership and Development : VPs oversee associates and analysts, ensuring the accuracy of financial models and guiding junior staff in client presentation preparation and industry research?
. Market Insights and Business Development : VPs in the software sector are expected to stay up-to-date on tech trends, competitive movements, and regulatory changes, contributing insights that support client strategies and enhance business development efforts?
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Skills and Qualifications Experience : 5-7 years in investment banking, ideally with a focus on technology or software. Prior roles often include associate or senior associate positions where candidates gained experience with client management and transaction execution?
. Technical Skills : Advanced financial modeling, valuation techniques (such as DCF and LBO models), and industry-specific expertise in software and technology markets? I . Soft Skills : Strong client management, communication, and leadership abilities are essential, as VPs must interact with C-level executives and coordinate teams to meet tight deadlines?
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Compensation