Blacklock is seeking an experienced Investment Banking Vice President to join a growing Healthcare Services and Life Sciences M&A team. This is an opportunity to take a senior execution role within a highly active platform, working directly with senior bankers, management teams and strategic buyers on complex M&A transactions across the healthcare sector. The firm offers a flexible working environment, including the option to work remotely, making this an attractive opportunity for experienced bankers looking for greater flexibility without compromising on transaction exposure, responsibility, or career progression.
Key Responsibilities:- Leading the day-to-day execution of M&A transactions across Healthcare Services and Life Sciences
- Managing transaction processes from initial pitch and preparation through due diligence, negotiation, and closing
- Developing and reviewing financial models, valuation analyses, transaction materials, and client presentations
- Coordinating with clients, private equity sponsors, strategic buyers, legal advisers, accountants, and other transaction stakeholders
- Managing and mentoring Associates and Analysts while maintaining a high standard of execution
- Supporting senior bankers with deal origination, pitches, and broader business development initiatives
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and industry participants
- Developing a deep understanding of sector trends, valuation dynamics, and key strategic themes across healthcare
- Taking increasing responsibility for client coverage and new business development
- The successful candidate will ideally have:
- Significant investment banking or M&A advisory experience, with experience operating at the Vice President level or readiness to step into a VP position
- A strong track record of executing M&A transactions
- Experience within Healthcare Services, Life Sciences, or a closely related healthcare vertical
- Strong financial modelling, valuation, analytical, and transaction execution skills
- Excellent communication and presentation capabilities
- Experience managing junior deal team members
- The ability to manage multiple live workstreams and transactions effectively
- Strong commercial judgement and confidence interacting directly with senior clients
- A collaborative, entrepreneurial approach and the ability to operate effectively in a flexible/remote working environment
The Opportunity:
This role offers the opportunity to join an established and growing healthcare investment banking platform with significant exposure to high-quality M&A transactions. The successful candidate will benefit from substantial responsibility, direct senior-level interaction, and the opportunity to play an important role in the continued growth of the Healthcare Services and Life Sciences practice. Remote working is available, providing flexibility around location while remaining fully integrated with the wider deal team and client base.
