Selby Jennings
Director/ MD - SPAC Origination (New York)
Selby Jennings, New York, New York, United States, 10261
Our client-a fastscaling investment bank with a sharp focus on alternative capital formation-is seeking a
Director or Managing Director
with
deep SPAC expertise
to accelerate origination efforts across SPAC IPOs, deSPAC capital raises, and sponsor advisory. This is a role built for a
closer : someone who knows the SPAC ecosystem cold, understands sponsor dynamics, and can generate mandates in a competitive, fastmoving environment. The platform prides itself on speed, entrepreneurial decision-making, and giving senior bankers real ownership. If you can originate, you'll have the runway to build something substantial.
Key Responsibilities
SPAC Origination - Core Mandate
Aggressively originate
SPAC IPO mandates , targeting both firsttime and repeat sponsors. Drive
deSPAC financing opportunities , including PIPEs, structured equity, convertibles, and strategic capital raises. Expand relationships with
SPAC sponsors, private equity teams, family offices, venture platforms, and independent serial sponsors . Identify whitespace opportunities in sectorspecific SPAC themes, crossborder listings, and founderled vehicles.
Client Acquisition & Deal Generation
Actively pursue new sponsor groups and founders; build a
highvelocity origination pipeline . Lead pitch processes with sharp, databacked perspectives on market windows, investor appetite, valuation ranges, and structural considerations. Deliver fresh, differentiated ideas around SPAC formation, trust structures, redemption mitigation strategies, and capital stacking.
Execution & Product Leadership
Guide clients through key SPAC milestones: earlystage structuring, S1 strategy, marketing, pricing, and deSPAC transition planning. Partner with syndicate and execution teams to ensure fast, disciplined deal execution. Provide conviction-driven market views on SPAC issuance trends, redemption rates, sponsor incentives, and competitive dynamics.
Platform Growth & Team Leadership
Help further scale the firm's SPAC practice as part of a broader ECM buildout. Mentor junior bankers and associates to support deal execution and origination research. Bring an entrepreneurial mindset-challenge processes, accelerate timelines, and push for continuous innovation.
Qualifications
10+ years in ECM, investment banking, or capital markets, with
specific SPAC origination or execution experience
required. Track record of
winning SPAC IPO mandates
or
structuring deSPAC capital solutions . Strong network across the SPAC sponsor community, including private equity, VC, and founderled vehicles. Highly commercial, energetic, and comfortable in a
high-output, high-accountability
culture. Excellent communication skills and the ability to command credibility with sophisticated sponsors. Advanced degree is preferred but not required.
Director or Managing Director
with
deep SPAC expertise
to accelerate origination efforts across SPAC IPOs, deSPAC capital raises, and sponsor advisory. This is a role built for a
closer : someone who knows the SPAC ecosystem cold, understands sponsor dynamics, and can generate mandates in a competitive, fastmoving environment. The platform prides itself on speed, entrepreneurial decision-making, and giving senior bankers real ownership. If you can originate, you'll have the runway to build something substantial.
Key Responsibilities
SPAC Origination - Core Mandate
Aggressively originate
SPAC IPO mandates , targeting both firsttime and repeat sponsors. Drive
deSPAC financing opportunities , including PIPEs, structured equity, convertibles, and strategic capital raises. Expand relationships with
SPAC sponsors, private equity teams, family offices, venture platforms, and independent serial sponsors . Identify whitespace opportunities in sectorspecific SPAC themes, crossborder listings, and founderled vehicles.
Client Acquisition & Deal Generation
Actively pursue new sponsor groups and founders; build a
highvelocity origination pipeline . Lead pitch processes with sharp, databacked perspectives on market windows, investor appetite, valuation ranges, and structural considerations. Deliver fresh, differentiated ideas around SPAC formation, trust structures, redemption mitigation strategies, and capital stacking.
Execution & Product Leadership
Guide clients through key SPAC milestones: earlystage structuring, S1 strategy, marketing, pricing, and deSPAC transition planning. Partner with syndicate and execution teams to ensure fast, disciplined deal execution. Provide conviction-driven market views on SPAC issuance trends, redemption rates, sponsor incentives, and competitive dynamics.
Platform Growth & Team Leadership
Help further scale the firm's SPAC practice as part of a broader ECM buildout. Mentor junior bankers and associates to support deal execution and origination research. Bring an entrepreneurial mindset-challenge processes, accelerate timelines, and push for continuous innovation.
Qualifications
10+ years in ECM, investment banking, or capital markets, with
specific SPAC origination or execution experience
required. Track record of
winning SPAC IPO mandates
or
structuring deSPAC capital solutions . Strong network across the SPAC sponsor community, including private equity, VC, and founderled vehicles. Highly commercial, energetic, and comfortable in a
high-output, high-accountability
culture. Excellent communication skills and the ability to command credibility with sophisticated sponsors. Advanced degree is preferred but not required.