:Within Investment Banking, the firm works with a broad range of issuer clients, including corporations, institutions and governments, to provide comprehensive strategic advice, capital raising and risk management expertise. In-depth, industry-specific expertise and regional market acumen enable our industry coverage teams to serve the evolving needs of clients around the world. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term relationships by taking a holistic and forward-looking view on our relationships, and identifying ways to help clients achieve their most important business objectives.Job Summary:As a MENA M&A Junior Vice President in Investment Banking, you would be primarily responsible for M&A business in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region & you will be based in Dubai.In this role, you will have experience developing strong relationships with corporates and financial institution clients and working across different M&A transactions.Job Responsibilities:
Responsible for the origination and execution of M&A transactions in MENA, including:
Client coverage of priority accounts from an M&A perspective in partnership with client executive bankers
Target deal origination analysis and strategy
Oversight of the preparation and delivery of M&A pitches and RfP responses
Day-to-day execution project leadership of M&A transactions
Management of transaction deal teams
Management of engagements process and liaison with internal support functions (legal, compliance, conflicts etc.)
Support for the management of the bank's MENA franchise, including:
Deal pipeline and business strategy for the region including liaison with the EMEA M&A business management team
Interacting with other M&A specialist areas (sell-side, defence, activism, EPP teams etc.)
Partnership with equity, debt and markets groups covering the region
Management of marketing materials and Dealogic league tables
M&A database oversight covering regulatory requirements from different jurisdictions as well as market trends and themes
Recruitment, mentoring and training analysts and associates from the region
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills:
Relevant M&A experience in the MENA region
Self-starter with the ability to confidently be the point person on a deal for clients, interacting and advising them on M&A process matters
Experience developing strong relationships and working across different products
Ability to work well under pressure and tight deadlines
Communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, client, advisors and key stakeholders in other lines of business
Team player able to build bridges and has the ability to connect with people
Experience in overseeing and training junior bankers
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills:
Arabic language skills would be beneficial but not required
About Us: J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants\' and employees\' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our for more information about requesting an accommodation.About the Team: The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. The world's most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. We provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk and extend liquidity in markets around the world.