Managing Director

Company Description

Fireclay Partners is an independent, advisory-focused investment bank located in Kansas City, MO. The firm is dedicated to providing strategic insights and financial strength to ambitious businesses. With a disciplined, results-driven approach, Fireclay Partners assists clients in navigating challenges and seizing growth opportunities in dynamic markets.

Role Description

The Managing Director will be responsible for:

• Building relationships with deal referral sources and business owners
• Identifying, qualifying, and generating new prospect leads
• Managing client relationships and overseeing all client and counter-party communications
• Leading a specific practice or product area, as applicable, and developing thought leadership in target sectors
• Overseeing due diligence processes and materials
• Managing the creation of comprehensive pitchbooks, information memoranda, management presentations, and marketing materials

While the role is based in Kansas City, MO, some remote work and travel are required.

Qualifications

Applicants should have the following qualifications:

• 10+ years of investment banking experience
• Financial acumen, strategic planning, and leadership skills
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to analyze market trends and make data-driven decisions
• Proven track record of driving growth and profitability
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (MBA preferred)
• Professional certifications such as CFA or CPA are a plus
• Must bring a book of business within the Industrials sector