Vice President - Investment Banking
About the job
- Seven years of investment banking experience with a proven track record leading mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance transactions.
- Strong leadership, project management, and client relationship skills.
- Ability to set a clear vision and execute with precision and urgency.
- Analytical, disciplined, and results-driven approach.
- Commitment to developing junior talent and elevating team performance.
- Lead execution of mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance transactions across industries and deal structures.
- Coordinate deal teams and serve as the central point of accountability throughout each transaction.
- Develop strategies and timelines to keep processes moving forward seamlessly.
- Drive due diligence and manage cross-functional internal and external teams.
- Oversee models and materials, including valuations, confidential information memoranda, pitchbooks, and management presentations.
- Supervise and mentor associates and analysts, setting the tone for performance and growth.
- Maintain client relationships through frequent interaction and trusted advisory support.
- Support new business development through execution excellence and market insights.
About the company
Bridgepoint Investment Banking is a boutique investment bank that guides companies through capital raising and M&A advisory across their lifecycle. It uses the principals' extensive experience and a global network to connect clients with funding sources and buyers, handling debt, equity, and merger transactions. The firm provides confidential, independent, and unconflicted guidance aimed at long-term client prosperity and measurable value creation. It operates as part of Bridgepoint Holdings, LLC, coordinating securities-related services through an affiliated group to access broad international reach.
Company Size
11-50
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Omaha, Nebraska
Founded
2006
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Ken Wasik joined June 2026, bringing $10 billion-plus consumer deal experience.
- Bridgepoint's 2026 reports signal active coverage, keeping bankers visible to mid-market clients.
- August 2026 promotions and analyst hires show continuing headcount investment and internal pipeline depth.
What critics are saying
- Boutique banking remains fee-dependent; a 2027 M&A slump hits revenue immediately.
- Private-equity-backed exits like Flexitallic depend on buyer appetite; stalled processes shrink mandates fast.
- Larger rivals like Citi and Houlihan Lokey outspend Bridgepoint, threatening talent retention and client wins.
What makes Bridgepoint Investment Banking unique
- Bridgepoint ranked No. 1448 on Inc. 5000, proving recent growth traction.
- June 2026 hires Ken Wasik and Currey Cornelius expand consumer and industrial coverage.
- Bridgepoint publishes sector reports across software, healthcare, and building products, deepening proprietary sourcing.
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Benefits
- Hybrid Work Options
- Remote Work Options