Vice President, BDO Capital - Investment Banking
BDO USA Experienced Career Site Open · verified Oct 22, 2026 At a glance
VP-level Investment & Corporate Development role at BDO USA Experienced Career Site. Chicago · full-time · $180,000–$250,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Review junior bankers’ work and guide a small team of Associates and Analysts
- Oversee financial analysis, forecasts, due diligence, valuation work and transaction models
- Direct preparation of deal materials, including information memoranda, management presentations and pitch books
- Support Managing Directors with business development, marketing and deal execution while building client and advisor relationships
- Research industries for client and marketing work, and develop your own plan for bringing in business
What you bring
- A bachelor’s degree in business, finance or accounting is required; an MBA is preferred
- At least seven years of professional experience, including four years of direct transaction work
- FINRA Series 7 or 79 and 63 credentials, or active progress toward obtaining them
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and strong financial modeling, research and analysis skills
Who this fits
This VP role suits an experienced investment banking professional who can lead junior staff, manage client relationships and contribute to business development. You’ll supervise a small team, and travel may be required as needed.
From the employer
Job Summary:
The Vice President, BDO Capital Advisors is an integral part of the transaction and business development team. This role oversees the preparation of financial analyses, conducts due diligence, develops marketing materials, and participates in the execution of a wide variety of transactions. This position also plays an integral role in managing client interactions as well as leading marketing efforts. Additionally, the Vice President, BDO Capital Advisors is actively involved in the recruiting and training of junior professionals. Ideal candidates for this position are dynamic, highly motivated individuals with a strong work-ethic and demonstrate a commitment to the growth of the firm as a leader in the middle market.
Job Duties:
- Manages and reviews work product of junior investment banking professionals
- Supports Managing Directors in all aspects of firm marketing, business development, and deal execution
- Oversees the preparation, analysis, and explanation of historical and projected financial information
- Oversees business due diligence
- Oversees the preparation of confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing materials, pitch books, and other presentations as needed
- Oversees the creation of quantitative analyses, financial models, company valuation analyses, etc.
- Performs extensive and in-depth industry research to support client and marketing engagements
- Builds relationships and maintains direct contact with clients, prospective clients, and professional advisors
- Develops and implements a personal business development program to position the role for long-term success
- Other duties as required
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Supervises and leads a small team of Associates/Analysts
- May act as a Career Advisor to Associates and Senior Associates, as assigned
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting, required
- MBA, preferred
Experience:
- Seven (7) or more years of professional work experience with a minimum of 4 years of direct transaction experience preferably within Investment Banking or other financial vertical, required
License/Certifications:
- FINRA Series 7 or 79 and 63, or in active pursuance of licensure, required
Software:
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite, required
- Research tools such as CapitalIQ, preferred
Language:
- N/A
Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Superior organizational and time management skills and the ability to efficiently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment
- Excellent written and verbal communication, listening, problem solving, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
- Strong financial modeling, research, and financial analysis skills
- Ability to conduct thorough, independent quantitative and qualitative research
- Ability to travel as needed