Managing Director – Biopharma Investment Banking (...

Position SummaryKybora Capital is a life sciences focused investment bank that combines deep domain expertise with agile execution, offering a Managing Director a compelling platform to grow their franchise within a highly specialized sector.We are seeking an experienced Managing Director to lead our FINRA-registered broker-dealer unit focused on the biopharmaceutical sector. As a senior executive in our boutique investment bank, this individual will drive deal origination and execution in private placements and MThis is a highly entrepreneurial role ideal for a self-starter eager to help build an investment banking platform. The Managing Director will help shape strategy, originate business, and drive meaningful impact in a lean, high-integrity environment.Key ResponsibilitiesDeal Sourcing & Business Development: Proactively identify and pursue new deal opportunities in the biopharma sector. Leverage a strong industry network to cultivate relationships with biotech and pharmaceutical company executives, venture capital and private equity firms, and other potential deal sources. Pitch the bank’s services to win mandates for M&A advisory and private placement transactions, and serve as the senior point of contact for clients throughout the deal lifecycle.Deal Execution & Leadership: Lead the execution of M&A transactions and private financing deals from origination to closing. This includes overseeing due diligence, valuation, and negotiation processes, and guiding deal structuring to secure favorable outcomes for clients. Step in on critical negotiations or high-profile clients that require senior-level expertise and “special finesse”. Provide final approval on key transaction deliverables and ensure that deals are executed efficiently and successfully.Team Management & Development: Manage and mentor a team of analysts supporting transaction execution. Oversee analysts’ work on financial models, industry research, and pitch materials, ensuring accuracy and high quality. Provide coaching, performance feedback, and foster professional development to build a high-performing team. Allocate resources and assignments to balance workload and optimize client service. As a senior leader, play an active role in recruiting and retaining top talent for the team.Regulatory Compliance & Broker-Dealer Management: Ensure the broker-dealer’s operations remain fully compliant with FINRA, SEC, and state regulations, as well as internal risk management protocols. Serve as the responsible supervisory principal for investment banking activities, maintaining a culture of ethics and compliance. Oversee the development and enforcement of policies/procedures to manage conflicts of interest, information barriers, and other regulatory requirements. Liaise with compliance officers and regulators as needed, and keep abreast of regulatory changes affecting the business.Strategic Leadership & Financial Oversight: Work closely with the CEO and executive team to shape the strategic direction of the firm’s biopharma investment banking practice. Set growth objectives, identify emerging market trends, and align service offerings accordingly. Review the broker-dealer’s financial performance and implement initiatives to drive growth and profitability. Contribute to firm-wide decisions on product offerings, marketing, and expansion based on deep knowledge of the life sciences sector.Client Relationship Management: Act as a senior relationship manager for key clients. Maintain and strengthen relationships with past and current clients, ensuring high client satisfaction and repeat business. Regularly engage with clients to understand evolving strategic and financing needs and position the firm as their trusted advisor. Represent the firm at biopharma industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to enhance visibility and uncover new business leads.Qualifications and ExperienceExperience: 10–12+ years of investment banking or relevant corporate finance experience, with a significant focus on biopharma/life sciences transactions. Demonstrated track record of sourcing and closing deals in biotech or pharma. Ideally led multiple M&A or private placement deals, including transactions in the hundreds of millions to $1B+ range. Prior experience at VP/Director level or above, with several years in a senior deal-leading role.Sector Expertise & Network: Deep knowledge of the biotech and pharma industry, including trends, key players, and valuation drivers. Well-connected within the biopharma sector with established relationships among C-level executives, investors, and industry advisors. A substantial network is highly advantageous. The MD is expected to lead client origination efforts and develop new relationships within Biotech or healthcare.Leadership & Management Skills: Proven ability to lead deal teams and mentor junior staff in a high-performance environment. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to inspire confidence, delegate effectively, and drive execution under tight timelines.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or related field required. MBA or advanced degree highly valued (MBA, CFA, or a scientific graduate degree).Licenses & Certifications: FINRA licenses to supervise and execute investment banking transactions (Series 79, Series 63; Series 7 preferred). If not licensed as a principal, be prepared to obtain Series 24 or equivalent. Licenses must be maintained in good standing.Technical & Analytical Skills: Strong grasp of financial modeling, valuation techniques, and analysis. Proficiency with investment banking tools and the ability to review and critique financial models and pitch books.Personal Attributes: Entrepreneurial and self-motivated with initiative and work ethic. Results-driven, adaptable, with excellent communication and negotiation skills. High integrity and professionalism given regulatory responsibilities. Passion for biopharma and scientific/medical pensation & LocationWe offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top talent in investment banking, including a base salary in the mid-six-figure range and a substantial performance-based bonus or revenue share tied to deals sourced and executed. The MD will also participate in the employee stock option program (ESOP).Location: West Palm Beach, FL. The broker-dealer’s main office and regulatory base is in West Palm Beach. Remote work arrangements are available for an exceptional candidate, with periodic trips to the West Palm Beach office as needed, and the candidate may be based in another city near biotech hubs.Reporting & Team StructureThis position reports directly to the CEO of the investment bank and is part of the executive leadership team. The MD will lead a group of investment banking analysts dedicated to biopharma sector deals, supervise junior bankers, and oversee their development. The MD will coordinate with other senior colleagues and the compliance department to manage the broker-dealer’s operations, and will work with the CFO on financial matters. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-21