Investment Banking Division - France FIG - Vice President

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence, and strong team ethic. We can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career – a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture. Department Overview Morgan Stanley's Financial Institutions Group (FIG) devises and executes innovative, customised solutions to our clients’ most challenging issues. The Group’s clients comprise of leading European Financial Institutions such as Banks, Insurances, Asset Managers and Exchanges. The Group excels in domestic and international / cross-border transactions including acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, recapitalisations, spin-offs, exchange offers, equity & debt capital market transactions, leveraged buyouts and takeover defences as well as shareholder relations. Morgan Stanley's Investment Banking Division is looking for a Vice President to join our Financial Institutions team in Paris What will you be doing? The Vice President will primarily focus on driving, leading and executing prominent transactions; ensuring cooperation among key stakeholders within the Firm to deliver highest quality of service to the Firm’s clients. As a Vice President, there will also be business development assignments involving interacting directly with senior-level financial and strategic decision-makers at our corporate and international clients. Responsibilities will also include: Creating and analysing financial models with a high degree of granularity Performing financial, strategic and transaction structuring analyses Creating, drafting, and taking ownership of presentations and memoranda for a wider audience both internally within the firm as well as externally Day-to-day deal execution and project management Supporting the senior bankers in marketing the firm’s services Regular interaction with senior team members and client management teams Participation in client meetings on both execution and business development projects and active contribution to presentation during the meetings Providing support, mentorship, and supervision to junior team members Managing the recruitment process of junior banker What we’re looking for: Top class master’s degree or overseas equivalent in or related to finance from a leading university. Relevant Investment Banking (corporate finance/M&A) experience or equivalent required Familiarity with the sector and corporate landscape is desirable. Fluent in English. Strong analytical and modelling skills. Knowledge of basic accounting and financial concepts; ability to analyse and value businesses. A positive, highly motivated individual who exhibits strong leadership and management qualities. Strong understanding of professional ethics and regulatory environment. Demonstrate best in class professional integrity. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Strong work ethic and demonstrated commitment to excellence. Committed to delivery of highest quality work product; strong attention to detail. Proactive; self-motivated and goal oriented. Strong organizational skills. Ability to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines. Strong team player able to work effectively in a team environment. 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