Partner – Investment Banking Advisory - Remote

Overview

FE International is seeking an experienced, entrepreneurially minded partner to join our global advisory network. This is not a traditional employment role, but a partner-driven opportunity for high-performing Managing Directors, Directors, or Senior Vice Presidents to originate and execute M&A and capital advisory engagements under the FE International brand, leveraging the Firm’s established infrastructure, brand, and global reach.

In Short

• Business Origination: Source new clients and deal flow from your network, targeting founder-led companies, institutional investors, family offices, and corporate sellers primarily in software, e-commerce, and technology.
• Transaction Leadership: Lead execution of buy-side, sell-side, and capital raise mandates including valuation, strategic positioning, negotiations, due diligence coordination, and closing.
• Client Advisory: Act as the client’s lead strategic advisor, helping define exit strategies, capital structuring, and positioning for acquirers and investors.
• Collaborative Execution: Work alongside FE International’s internal teams (marketing, financial analysis, CRM, buyer development, and legal) to deliver best-in-class outcomes.
• Platform Contribution: Participate in firm growth initiatives, knowledge sharing, and help elevate the Firm’s reputation and standards.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in investment banking, corporate development, private equity, or M&A advisory.
• Managing Director, Director, or Senior VP level with a consistent track record of originating and closing M&A or capital placement deals.
• Experience across verticals such as SaaS, Fintech, Marketplaces, or Tech-enabled Services is highly valued.
• Proven ability to build and manage client relationships at the C-suite, founder, and board level.
• Mastery of deal mechanics including valuation modeling (DCF, LBO, comps, precedent transactions), structuring, and negotiation.

Benefits

• Entrepreneurial Flexibility: You own the client relationship and can shape your practice focus (sector, stage, geography).
• Compensation Structure: Commission-based with performance tiers, equity-like participation options, and tiered revenue share potential as production scales.
• Infrastructure Access: Use of FE’s internal CRM, marketing engine, vetted buyer database, and global brand positioning.
• Global Footprint, Local Autonomy: Operate independently or in collaboration with other partners across regions.