Investment Banking Director

Are you a strategic thinker with deep sector expertise and a strong track record in client relationship management? UBS is seeking somebody to join our leading Media & Telecom (M&T) team in New York.

In this role, you will play a critical role in originating, structuring, and executing complex transactions while building and maintaining trusted relationships with corporate clients, financial sponsors, and internal stakeholders. You will help drive growth across advisory and capital markets activities in the dynamic Media & Telecom sector.

Your responsibilities:
-Originate and execute M&A, equity, and debt financing transactions within the Media & Telecom sector
-Develop and maintain senior-level client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite executives
-Lead deal teams through all phases of transaction execution, including financial analysis, valuation, structuring, and negotiations
-Mentor and oversee junior bankers, fostering a high-performing team environment
-Collaborate across product partners (ECM, DCM, leveraged finance, restructuring) to deliver integrated solutions
-Identify new business opportunities and contribute to strategic sector coverage initiatives
-Prepare and deliver client presentations, pitch materials, and internal committee documentation

Your team

You’ll be part of UBS’s Investment Bank, working within the Media & Telecom coverage group in New York—one of the leading platforms globally. The team partners closely across regions and product groups to deliver innovative advisory and financing solutions to a diverse client base.

Your expertise

- Significant experience (typically 8–12+ years) in investment banking, with a focus on Media, Telecom, or closely related sectors
- Proven track record of executing M&A and/or capital markets transactions
- Strong client relationship skills with the ability to originate business independently
- Deep understanding of industry trends, competitive dynamics, and valuation methodologies
- Excellent financial modeling, analytical, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing deal teams and mentoring junior staff
- Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
- You’re curious to explore how AI can improve how we build, deliver, and optimize workflows. You do this with sound judgment – validating outputs and aligning with policies, risk standards, and ethical use.

About us

UBS is a leading and truly global wealth manager and the leading universal bank in Switzerland. We also provide diversified asset management solutions and focused investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, UBS is present in more than 50 markets around the globe.
We know that great work is never done alone. That’s why we place collaboration at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves. Want to find out more? Visit ubs.com/careers.

Join us

At UBS, we know that it's our people, with their diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds, who drive our ongoing success. We’re dedicated to our craft and passionate about putting our people first, with new challenges, a supportive team, opportunities to grow and flexible working options when possible. Our inclusive culture brings out the best in our employees, wherever they are on their career journey. And we use artificial intelligence (AI) to work smarter and more efficiently. We also recognize that great work is never done alone. That’s why collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Because together, we’re more than ourselves.
We’re committed to disability inclusion and if you need reasonable accommodation/adjustments throughout our recruitment process, you can always contact us.

Disclaimer / Policy statements

UBS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.