About Us
Rothschild & Co is a leading global financial services group with seven generations of family control and a history of over 200 years at the centre of the world's financial markets.
Our expertise, intellectual capital and global network enable us to provide a distinct perspective that makes a meaningful difference to our clients, communities and planet.
We have 4,200 talented specialists on the ground in over 40 countries around the world, enabling us to deliver a unique global perspective across four market-leading business divisions – Global Advisory, Wealth Management, Asset Management and Five Arrows.
As a family-controlled business built on relationships, we place a huge emphasis on our people and finding the right colleagues to take our business forward.
Rothschild & Co is committed to an inclusive and supportive environment where diversity and different perspectives are valued. We are focused on the attraction and recruitment, development and retention and progression of high calibre talent to ensure we and our clients benefit from the value of difference.
Rothschild & Co Global Advisory
We provide impartial, expert advice to large and mid-sized corporations, private equity firms, families and entrepreneurs, and governments. We design financing solutions and execute strategic M&A for our clients, acting as a trusted partner and taking a long-term and independent view on the challenges they face.
Our deep understanding of financial markets, the high volume of transactions we execute, and our unrivalled network of industry and financing specialists in over 40 countries, provides clients with a comprehensive perspective to help them achieve their strategic goals.
Overview of Role
Within our Global Advisory division, Debt Advisory and Restructuring Vice Presidents will work on a broad spectrum of Restructuring transactions.
Specific to restructuring, the role will include working on in-court / out-of-court transactions, domestic US / cross-border / international transactions, and advising debtors as well as creditors. Our restructuring transactions cover a diverse variety of industries and a broad range of transaction sizes.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive financial analysis, including financial modelling, valuation and benchmarking to assess the financial health and viability of distressed companies
- Develop and maintain a strong working knowledge of capital structure alternatives, including an understanding of governing legal documentation (bond indentures and credit agreements)
- Participate in restructuring and debt documentation negotiations
- Coordinate complex transactions across a variety of stakeholders (clients, legal counsel, creditors and other third parties, etc.)
- Screen distressed opportunities and collaborate with industry coverage teams
- Track market developments and transactions
- Assist in the development of marketing materials and client presentations
- Collaborate with senior team members to develop strategies and solutions tailored to meet clients’ specific needs
Education and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree (strong GPA from top academic institution)
- MBA degree preferred, but not required
- Prior restructuring, debt advisory or leveraged finance experience at an investment bank, credit fund or turnaround advisory firm preferred
Experience, Skills and Competencies Required
- The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of professional work experience with a minimum of 3-4 years within a top tier corporate finance adviser/investment bank with prior execution experience
- Prior restructuring, debt advisory or leveraged finance experience at an investment bank, credit fund or turnaround advisory firm preferred
- Experience in leveraged finance and/or bankruptcies, balance sheet restructurings, liability management transactions, and distressed debt situations preferred
- Strong quantitative ability and analytical skills with knowledge of corporate finance, financial accounting and bankruptcy procedures
- Financial modeling and valuation experience using DCF analysis and public debt, equity and transaction comparables preferred
- Desire to work across industries, learning the businesses of multiple clients in different lines of business
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and a readiness to work effectively in cross-border and domestic teams
- Polished and professional writing skills required
- Ability to independently organize and manage junior bankers and deal teams
- Ability to develop long-term, professional client relationships
- Ability to confidently communicate work product with all team members internally and externally
Expected base salary rates for this role in our New York Office will be between $250,000 and $275,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, salary offers are determined on an individualized basis and are based on a wide range of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience and education. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and our Rothschild & Co employee benefits package, successful candidates may be eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
Rothschild & Co North America is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Disabled/Veterans
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