Description

Citizens is seeking a Director to join the Financial Institutions Group (“FIG”) within Capital Markets & Advisory (“CM&A”).  Citizens CM&A is a leading middle market investment bank that supports clients across a focused set of industry sectors (Financial Services, Aerospace Defense & Government Services, Business Services, Consumer, Gaming Lodging & Leisure, Healthcare, Industrials, Technology & Communications, Transportation & Logistics). Because of our selective focus, we are true industry experts and offer unrivaled sector intelligence. We unlock value for our clients through our expertise in sell-side & buy-side advisory, capital raising, capital structure advisory, and financial opinions. 

We are seeking a Director who has specific experience in FIG/mortgage finance space and would come in with established Corporate and Financial Sponsor relationships within the sector to help facilitate strategic dialogue with existing and new bank customers leading to fees in Mergers & Acquisitions (“M&A”), Equity Capital Markets, Debt Capital Markets, Global Markets (FX and hedging), and/or general advisory. You would serve as the primary architect of client discussions and presentations, bringing appropriate product partners into situations as needed. This is an attractive opportunity for a banker looking for more autonomy, career advancement, and to act as a key contributor within a newly formed group.

Primary responsibilities include

Architect strategic ideas, research industry notes and trends to present to clients as well as internal risk management. Establish and cultivate long-term relationships at the C-suite level within FIG sector. Experience in Mortgage Finance, including relationships with mortgage originators, mortgage REITs, and mortgage services, is desirable.Collaborate on cross-sell efforts with Citizens Corporate Bankers into the FIG client base.Help prepare and present offering materials to potential investors, lenders, and rating agencies; negotiate critical structural elements on behalf of the client with investors and lenders.Attend industry related conventions and conferences, to establish new and build on existing relationships while identifying industry trends.Liaise with risk management to ensure that appropriate credit and market risks are identified and addressed.Maintain effective license to operate by sustaining a high level of trust and confidence with senior line and risk management.

Qualifications, Education, Certifications and/or Other Professional Credentials

Minimum 8+ years' experience in Investment banking and/or Capital Markets with a top ranked investment bank, M&A boutique, or commercial bankDemonstrated, long-term client relationships in the Capital Markets FIG sector Proven experience working with Debt and Equity Capital Markets, and leading M&A mandates4 year degree from an accredited universityMaster's degree preferred, but not requiredSeries 79 & 63 licensesEffective verbal and written communication and influencing skillsHighly organized with ability to multi-taskStrong credit acumen with superior market risk knowledge

Hours & Work Schedule

Hours per Week: 40Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 

Pay Transparency 

The salary range for this position is $250,000 to $275,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.  ​

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.