Vice President, Infrastructure and Public Finance – Investment Banking Full Time

Siebert Williams Shank & Co., LLC (“SWS” or the “Firm”) is conducting a search for experienced Investment Banking candidates for Vice President positions to join its expanding Infrastructure and Public team. Only candidates with relevant prior experience in public finance investment banking or municipal advisory will be considered.

The successful candidate(s) will be expected to work hybrid (4 days in-office) in our New York City headquarters. Vice Presidents are more experienced junior investment banker roles within the Firm and provide direct analytical and quantitative support for senior bankers to provide investment banking services to clients in the public sector. At SWS, all bankers are an integral part of the financing team, assume a high level of responsibility, and actively participate in all aspects of transactions.

SWS is a full-service investment banking and financial services company dual-headquartered in New York and Oakland. SWS is a perennial leader as a co-manager of investment-grade corporate debt, a national leader in public finance investment banking, a named dealer on more than 50 commercial paper programs, and a seasoned and successful share repurchase agent. All activities are supported by a robust secondary sales and trading platform, and a sound regulatory capital base. We are a SEC-registered securities broker-dealer and member of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB). Our diverse professionals are not only committed to providing the highest level of value-added services to our clients but also committed to improving the communities in which we work and live. We have a 25+ year track record built on integrity, experience and results.

Primary Responsibilities:

Work alongside senior staff in preparing proposals and/or coordinating responses; draft client presentation materials and memos discussing financing strategies, market trends, firm qualifications, etc.
Prepare graphical representations or various debt statistics
Compiling municipal issuers’ historical financial information from public documents
Preparing and maintaining databases on client debt
Analyze historical debt issuance and debt affordability
Performing financial modeling and cash flow analyses to evaluate debt financing alternatives
Participate in active transactions
Participate in presentations to clients, as needed
Formatting, printing and binding of professional-looking documents for meetings
Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies and procedures
Qualifications:

B.S. or B.A. in finance, economics, public administration or related fields is preferred
Relevant experience working in the public finance sector required
Excellent analytical and quantitative skills are a must and good understanding of financial markets is expected
Advanced user of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Ability to use Bloomberg and other finance industry statistical and structuring tools (DBC Finance, WhatsBest!) is desirable
Highly self-motivated, well-organized, and willing to work long hours when needed
Ability to prioritize tasks, react to changes, solve critical issues, and work independently while being team-oriented
Strong written and verbal communication skills and professional presence with clients is required
Must have appropriate FINRA licensing relative to experience
We are Committed to Fair Pay. At SWS, we are committed to fair, transparent pay and strive to provide competitive, market-informed compensation. The target total fixed compensation range for this position is $170,000 – $215,000. Compensation for the successful candidate will be determined by the candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, competencies and experience. This position is also eligible for a discretionary bonus.

SWS empowers talented and highly motivated individuals to thrive independently and collectively. We offer a competitive compensation package, an inclusive working environment and exceptional employee benefits. Our benefit program is designed to provide employees and their dependents with support in maintaining health and financial protection.

Siebert Williams Shank & Co., LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer: EOE/M/F/V/D committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome and value the people and concepts that move our firm, our industry, and our communities forward. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.