Job description
Are you an accomplished finance professional with investment banking or private equity experience seeking to capitalize on your industry relationships in an exciting new capacity? Our client, a respected privately-held commercial lending firm with three decades of expertise in delivering cutting-edge working capital financing, is seeking a dynamic professional to join their team.
Position Overview In this Strategic Business Development role, you’ll serve as the vital connection between your established investment banking and private equity relationships and enterprises seeking working capital financing solutions. Your primary focus will be developing, executing, and securing new business opportunities within the commercial and financial services sector.
Core Responsibilities:
Maintain and expand network of financial professionals including commercial and investment bankers, asset-based lenders, equity and debt sponsor groups, accountants, attorneys and business consultants
Develop, present and negotiate financing proposals for prospective clients
Structure and negotiate financing proposals for middle-market companies
Generate and close several significant transactions annually
Leverage your network of investment bankers, private equity professionals, and financial contacts to generate new business
Collaborate with underwriting teams to close transactions efficiently
Support and implement any new sales/marketing initiatives to grow company business
Achieve individual revenue targets through both new business and referrals
Present comprehensive working capital solutions to company executives (CEOs, CFOs, Presidents)
Participate in industry trade shows and networking events
Maintain and expand network of referral sources
Required Qualifications:
- Willingness to travel up to 50%
- 3+ years of experience in investment banking or private equity, specifically in business development
- Proven sales and relationship-building capabilities
- Strong understanding of corporate finance and deal structures
- Established network of investment bankers and/or private equity professionals
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Work Arrangement
- Remote work flexibility from Dallas, North Carolina, or New York locations
- 50% travel required for client meetings and collaborative sessions
Base salary ranging from $80,000 - $160,000 (commensurate with experience) plus commission structure
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and retirement planning (401k)
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