Managing Director, Investment Banking - Real Estate Industry

Job Summary:

The Managing Director, BDO Capital Advisors advises clients through mergers and acquisitions, and strategic solutions that complement their vision. This role is responsible for driving business development through networking, with the goal of converting prospects to clients. The Managing Director oversees and executes transactions to ensure all deliverables are met appropriately and in a timely manner. Additionally, the Managing Director oversees the workload of the execution team and will act as a mentor for the staff. The person in this role must have an entrepreneurial and metrics driven mindset, focusing on the various goals of the department thereby delivering measurable revenue results.

Job Duties:

Executes buy-side and sell-side transaction advisory engagements, managing financial and business due diligence assistance for companies, and private equity or debt investors

Engages in business development activities by marketing services to both external clients and internal partners, developing client networks, and supporting efforts in developing and executing sales and marketing strategies

Networks with prospects to build revenue producing relationships

Analyzes client’s data to identify historical and projected financial and operating trends, reviews quality of earnings, and assesses working capital considerations, potential liabilities, and risks to assist and guide decision-makers in transactions

Reviews transaction documents, providing insights to clients for negotiations

Identifies pre- and post-close business opportunities and enhances go-to market strategies

Commits to satisfying internal and external customers

Performs 100% of job duties in the office

Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manages efforts of the team providing guidance with an apprenticeship approach

Directs the due diligence meetings, and drafts and reviews tailored due diligence reports specific to key issues

Manages and coordinates the approach of clients throughout the entire transaction process

Performs as the lead professional on engagements and serves as a principal contact for managing client deliverables, overseeing engagement colleagues, and providing real time feedback and guidance to client and diligence providers to ensure timely and efficient product delivery

Leads the day-to-day execution of transactions, including due diligence, valuation analysis, and the negotiation of contracts and other agreements

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, required

MBA degree, required

Experience:

Ten (10) or more years of experience at an investment bank or similar corporate finance vertical, required

Experience at a middle market investment bank, preferred

Experience successfully managing and leading a team of vp’s, associates and/or analysts both in person and remotely, preferably at a regional boutique or middle market bank, required

License/Certifications:

FINRA Series 63 and 7 or 79 licenses, or in active pursuance of licensure, required

Software:

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, required

Language:

N/A

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Strong business acumen, with analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to understand how business model decisions impact performance

Comfort with ambiguity and fluid client situations

Strong time management skills with the ability to multi-task and prioritize projects to meet simultaneous, multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Advanced analytical and modeling skills with attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication with a polished/professional demeanor

Must be a team player with the ability to work cohesively with colleagues and clients

Self-motivated and work well under pressure with pro-active follow-up skills

Ability to travel for client meetings/events during regular work hours, evenings, and/or weekends

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography. National Range: $250,000 - $350,000 Maryland Range: $250,000 - $350,000 NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $250,000 - $350,000

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