VP Corporate Research TMT - Michael Page - #2164916

Our client is a leading international banking group with a strong corporate and investment banking platform across EMEA. Its Corporate Research function plays a central role in shaping strategy, supporting origination and protecting the balance sheet by providing independent, high-quality industry intelligence to senior stakeholders across the bank.

Description

This role sits within the Corporate Research Department, the bank's dedicated industry intelligence and thought-leadership function. The successful candidate will take primary responsibility for the TMT sector, working closely with Front Office, Credit and Strategy teams in EMEA and globally.

Key responsibilities include:

• Producing frequent, high-quality TMT industry updates and in-depth thematic research (approximately 3-4 major reports per year)
• Providing independent industry and financial insight on live transactions, including reviewing and adjusting financial models
• Conducting regular credit monitoring of key TMT exposures and identifying early warning indicators
• Supporting senior stakeholders with clear views on industry trends, risks and strategic implications
• Building strong internal networks across coverage, credit and risk functions
• Developing external industry relationships and attending conferences, capital markets days and sector events
• Contributing to the ongoing evolution of the bank's research strategy and analytical framework

The role is designed for someone who can operate largely independently, maintain very high analytical and writing standards, and act as a trusted internal expert.

Profile

The ideal candidate will have:

• Strong TMT sector experience, gained in Corporate Research, banking, credit, consulting or sector-focused corporates
• Advanced financial statement analysis and modelling capability
• A strong academic background from a top-tier institution, ideally supported by CFA, ACCA or similar qualifications
• Gravitas and confidence engaging with senior stakeholders across the bank
• A proactive, intellectually curious mindset with the ability to go beyond surface-level market commentary
• Experience across data centres, digital infrastructure, AI-related ecosystems, telecoms, towers or fibre would be particularly advantageous.
• A European language while not compulsary would be welcomed

Job Offer

• A high-visibility VP role within a respected global Corporate Research platform
• Significant autonomy and influence over industry research and strategic thinking
• Exposure to complex, high-profile transactions
• Competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working model (3 - 4 days per week in the office)
• Collaborative, inclusive culture with strong long-term career development opportunities