ABOUT NOVISTRA CAPITAL
Novistra Capital is a boutique M&A and PE advisory specializing in cross-border transactions for mid-market businesses with sector expertise in Technology & Services, Education, Healthcare, Financial Institutions, Media & Events, and Hospitality.
We bring senior-level attention to every mandate, a global network spanning North America, Europe, the GCC, and Asia, and a process discipline that delivers outcomes, not promises. As we scale our global M&A advisory platform, we are strengthening our deal execution capability in the US market and seeking a Vice President to lead that charge.
THE ROLE
The Vice President will be a key member of Novistra's US deal team driving transaction execution, originating and developing client relationships, and playing a senior role in building the firm's presence across target sectors in the American market. This is a high-ownership, high-visibility role suited to a seasoned IB professional who thrives in a lean, high-conviction environment.
You will work directly with Managing Directors and firm leadership across cross-border mandates, acting as the day-to-day anchor for live deals while contributing meaningfully to business development and sector coverage strategy.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Transaction Execution
Lead end-to-end execution of M&A and capital raise mandates
Prepare and own all key deal materials: Confidential Information Memoranda (CIMs), Confidential Teasers, Management Presentations and Board Decks
Maintain and interrogate complex financial models including DCF, LBO screening, trading comps, precedent transaction analyses, and accretion/dilution
Manage transaction timelines, workstreams, and deliverables across multi-party processes
Coordinate due diligence, data room management, and cross-functional workstreams with legal, tax, and financial advisors
Drive buyer/investor outreach and manage the full process through LOI, negotiation, and close
Client Management
Serve as the primary day-to-day client interface across live mandates
Manage client calls, update meetings, and ongoing communications with founders, CFOs, and boards
Build trusted, long-term advisory relationships within Novistra's target sectors
Provide strategic counsel to clients on transaction positioning, valuation, and process design
Business Development & Sector Coverage
Support MDs in origination and new mandate development across Novistra's sector verticals
Conduct in-depth industry research, competitive analyses, market mapping, and M&A landscape studies
Monitor sector-specific deal activity, regulatory developments, and macroeconomic trends
Develop and maintain proprietary buyer/investor universes and sector databases
Contribute to pitch development, capability decks, and sector-specific outreach materials
Firm & Platform Development
Maintain and enhance internal infrastructure: transaction tracking, sector CRM, revenue dashboards
Mentor junior team members (Associates and Analysts) and review their analytical work
Support the development of Novistra's US market brand through client events, industry networks, and thought leadership
Participate in firmwide initiatives relating to process improvement, tooling, and team capability
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Required
6–10 years of professional experience, with a minimum of 6+ years in investment banking, M&A advisory, or corporate finance at a recognized firm
Proven track record of executing M&A transactions from mandate to close, including hands-on experience with deal materials, financial models, and buy/sell-side processes
Deep proficiency in financial modeling: DCF, LBO, merger models, trading and transaction comps
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; ability to craft compelling client-facing narratives and present with confidence
Strong project management instincts; able to run multiple workstreams simultaneously with minimal oversight
Experience working in or with cross-border deal environments (North America and/or international preferred)
Comfortable operating in a lean, entrepreneurial advisory environment
Must be based in the United States with the ability to work remotely
Preferred
Sector familiarity in one or more of Novistra's core verticals: Technology & Services, Education or Financial Institutions
Established relationships with strategic acquirers, private equity firms, family offices, or institutional investors in the US market
MBA from a top-tier institution, or professional qualification (CFA, CPA, CA)
Prior experience in a boutique or independent advisory firm will be an advantage
Cross-cultural fluency and ability to navigate transactions with counterparties across geographies
SKILLS & COMPETENCIES
Financial Modeling & Valuation
Client Relationship Management
Deal Structuring & Negotiation
Business Development & Origination
Sector & Market Research
Project & Process Management
Executive Communication & Storytelling
Cross-Border Transaction Acumen
Team Leadership & Mentoring
Strategic & Analytical Thinking
WHAT WE OFFER
Direct access to senior leadership and meaningful responsibility from day one
Exposure to cross-border mandates across multiple sectors and geographies
A lean, high-conviction team where your work directly shapes outcomes
Competitive compensation structure including performance-linked incentives
Remote-first working model with flexibility and global deal exposure
A platform that is growing with genuine scope to evolve into a senior leadership role
