Tech Investment Banking Vice President (m/f/x)

Overview

Stifel is seeking an ambitious Investment Banking Vice President to act as "deal captain" within its Global Technology Group (GTG) in Munich. This role is a pivotal leadership position, bridging the gap between senior origination and junior execution teams while driving the strategic expansion of a premier mid-market technology franchise.

Job title : Investment Banking Vice President (m/f/x)

Department : Global Technology Group (GTG)

Stifel (NYSE: SF) is a leading, fast-growing, sector-driven investment bank with a global workforce of over 9,000 professionals across the US and major European financial centers. Following the strategic acquisition of Bryan, Garnier & Co in 2025, Stifel achieved critical mass in European investment banking, positioning itself as a premier mid-market powerhouse. We partner with clients throughout their corporate lifecycle, providing flawless execution in M&A advisory and access to public and private capital.

As Stifel’s largest industry vertical, the group leverages a global team with deep domain expertise spanning Software, Climate & Industrial Technology, Internet & Digital Media, Technology-Enabled Services, and Fintech. We are a full-service leader, frequently recognized for topping global league tables in mid-market M&A transactions. Our team of specialists provides sophisticated advisory services including M&A, private placements, IPOs, and debt raisings to high-growth companies and technology-focused institutional investors.

For an ambitious professional, our Munich office represents a rare opportunity to do more than just execute deals; it is a chance to actively scale a market-leading technology franchise during its most dynamic phase of European expansion where your individual contribution to our sector growth genuinely moves the needle.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Deal leadership : Serve as the central project manager for multiple live mandates, orchestrating the end-to-end execution process and ensuring seamless coordination between clients, buyers, and legal advisors.
• Technical oversight : Oversee the preparation of sophisticated financial engineering and valuation outputs, ensuring the highest level of analytical rigor in DCF, LBO, and transaction benchmarking performed by Analysts and Associates.
• Client interface : Act as the primary day-to-day point of contact for client management teams, providing tactical advice and leading the preparation of management presentations and board-level materials.
• Process architecture : Lead the design and management of complex due diligence workstreams, managing virtual data rooms (VDRs) and coordinating the interface between legal, tax, and accounting workstreams.
• Franchise growth & engagement : Support the strategic expansion of our technology franchise in Munich by making significant contributions to our recruitment efforts as well as high-impact local events for C-suite executives and the private equity community.

Candidate Profile

We are seeking an ambitious, high-performing "deal captain" with a "can-do" attitude and the leadership presence to command respect from both internal teams and sophisticated clients.

• Education : A top-tier Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with outstanding academic results in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related business field is required; an MBA or CFA designation is highly regarded.
• Experience : 5–7 years of relevant investment banking or M&A experience is required, with a demonstrable track record of successfully executing transactions in the technology or high-growth sectors.
• Technical skills : Advanced mastery of transaction structuring and financial modelling; deep proficiency in leveraging financial databases such as Pitchbook and Capital IQ to drive transaction insights.
• Analytical rigor : Exceptional commercial judgment with the ability to transition from granular financial data to high-level strategic narratives for key clients.
• Language : Business fluency in German (C2 level) and professional proficiency in English are essential for managing DACH-based mandates and international cross-border transactions.
• AI aptitude : Leverage bespoke AI platforms. Stifel has invested heavily in modern data architecture and AI-driven banking workflows to provide a competitive edge in advisory.
• Soft skills : Proven leadership and mentorship capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple high-intensity workstreams while building trust with senior executives.

Our Culture & Values

Stifel Europe is committed to fostering a culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Our core values – Collaboration for Success and Diversity of Thought – drive our ability to deliver superior results for our clients. We aim to recruit and promote a diverse mixture of colleagues to ensure we bring the widest range of expertise to every mandate.

In our Munich office, these values translate into a tangible sense of team spirit and fellowship. We have cultivated a close-knit environment where we work hard and support one another through the intensity of the deal cycle. This bond is anchored by regular team events and unique traditions from river rafting to local networking that define the atmosphere of our Munich team.

Stifel Europe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.