Managing Director - Equity Capital Markets (FinTech) | Chicago, IL, USA | Hybrid

Job Summary: The Managing Director - Equity Capital Markets (FinTech) will lead and oversee the firm's FinTech‑oriented ECM efforts, including IPOs, follow‑on offerings, and private placements. This role requires a highly experienced ECM leader with deep FinTech market expertise, strong client relationships across the digital‑finance ecosystem, and a demonstrated track record of successful equity capital markets transactions. Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management • Lead and manage the FinTech-focused ECM team, setting strategic direction and ensuring high‑quality execution. • Mentor and develop junior bankers, fostering a collaborative, performance‑driven culture. • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies, including those impacting FinTech issuers. Client Relationship Management • Build and maintain strong relationships with FinTech clients such as digital banks, payments firms, lending platforms, blockchain/Web3 companies, and financial infrastructure providers. • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the FinTech ecosystem, leveraging extensive industry relationships. • Serve as the primary point of contact for FinTech clients, providing senior-level strategic and transactional guidance. Transaction Execution • Direct the execution of IPOs, follow‑on offerings, private placements, and other ECM transactions for FinTech issuers. • Lead the development of pitch materials, valuation analyses, and offering documentation tailored to FinTech business models. • Coordinate with legal, compliance, syndicate, and other internal teams to ensure seamless and compliant execution. Market Analysis and Strategy • Conduct ongoing analysis of FinTech market trends, valuation environments, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics. • Develop and execute strategies to expand the firm's ECM footprint within the FinTech sector. • Provide market insights to internal stakeholders and contribute to firmwide FinTech strategy. Financial Performance • Drive revenue growth and profitability for the FinTech-focused ECM business. • Manage budgets and ensure efficient deployment of resources across the platform. • Prepare and deliver financial and strategic updates to senior leadership. Qualifications: Education • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or a related field required. • MBA or advanced degree preferred. Experience • 10-15+ years of investment banking experience, with significant time spent in equity capital markets. • Direct experience advising FinTech companies on ECM or broader capital markets transactions strongly preferred. • Established record of leading complex transactions and managing senior‑level client relationships. • Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing teams and driving business growth. Skills • Strong analytical, valuation, and financial modeling capabilities. • Exceptional communication, presentation, and client‑facing skills. • Ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with FinTech executives, investors, and industry partners. • Strategic thinker with strong problem‑solving and leadership abilities. • High degree of professionalism, integrity, and judgment. Location: Chicago, IL or New York City, NY