CASE CASSIOPEA is looking for Directors in Paris

I - Introduction :

About CASE

CASE CASSIOPEA is an independent corporate finance advisory firm with offices in Paris, Frankfurt and Milan. The firm, established by 5 senior M&A professionals, leverages a strong experience in investment banking and corporate finance advisory.
CASE CASSIOPEA provides comprehensive expertise in the execution of domestic and international, public and private M&A transactions for corporates, entrepreneurs and financial investors. Free of conflicts, the senior partners are deeply involved in deal execution and committed to long-term trusted relationships with clients.
As the exclusive partner of the ABN AMRO Group in France and Germany, CASE CASSIOPEA offers a unique positioning in the European advisory market: the combination of a partner-led advisory firm with the network of a global banking platform. Thanks to this partnership, CASE CASSIOPEA provides its clients with experienced and dedicated sector origination and execution teams, access to leading Private Banks in both France and Germany and reaches to over 70.000 corporate and institutional clients as well as global coverage.

Hiring context

CASE CASSIOPEA is looking to expand its French team and is looking to strengthen its Paris office team with Senior Associates / VPs / Directors who are ambitious and talented individuals willing to join an entrepreneurial adventure.
CASE CASSIOPEA offers a unique opportunity to work on projects that provide exposure to a wide variety of financial advisory deals (buy-side, sell-side, fundraising) for a wide variety of clients (corporate, private equity / infrastructure funds, institutional) within a well-established network covering Benelux, Germany, Italy, Nordics and Latin America.

Contact

We look forward to receiving your application in French or in English including your cover letter, CV and references. Please use the following mail address: paris@casecassiopea.com

II - Job description - Director :

Key Responsabilities

• Transaction Leadership
  o Lead full execution of M&A transactions (buy-side, sell-side, fundraising) with strong ownership and autonomy.
  o Act as the main point of contact for clients, management teams, and third-party advisors throughout the deal lifecycle.
  o Oversee and challenge financial modelling, valuation, and transaction documentation at all stages.
  o Ensure excellence and consistency in marketing materials, pitchbooks, and execution deliverables.
  o Identify and solve complex deal structuring or process-related issues proactively.
• Origination & Business Development
  o Contribute actively to new business origination by leveraging personal networks and initiating commercial opportunities.
  o Participate in pitching and responses to RfPs (requests for proposal).
  o Help shape CASE CASSIOPEA’s long-term market positioning in France and across Europe.
• Team Leadership & Talent Development
  o Lead and mentor junior and mid-level bankers (VPs, Associates, Analysts) with a focus on skill-building and performance.
  o Foster a high-performance culture with an emphasis on analytical rigor, execution quality, and teamwork.
  o Play a role in team recruiting and training processes as the firm grows.
• Cross-border Collaboration
  o Work closely with teams in Frankfurt and Milan, and coordinate with ABN AMRO sector teams for cross-border mandates.
  o Represent CASE CASSIOPEA in international client conversations and networking opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• Outstanding academic track record from a top-tier business or engineering school.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in M&A (investment banking or corporate finance boutique).
• Proven ability to manage complex transactions from origination to closing.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong business development instinct.
• Strong technical skills (financial modelling, DCF, LBO, valuation methodologies).
• High-impact communication, both written and verbal, at least in French and English.
• Client-oriented, results-driven, and comfortable in fast-paced environments.

What CASE CASSIOPEA offers

• Direct access to Partners and senior clients on high-profile transactions.
• Real leadership responsibilities and influence in firm growth strategy.
• Entrepreneurial environment with European and cross-border deal exposure.
• Competitive compensation structure.