Public Finance Investment Banking AVP​/VP - Special District Group

About The Special District Group (SDG)

SDG is a team in Piper Sandler’s Public Finance practice dedicated to raising capital for public infrastructure for new development or redevelopment projects. The team, which has been an integral leader in the sector for over 45 years, focuses on high‑touch communication and collaborative relationships to deliver quality banking to the market.

We are currently looking for an Assistant Vice President or Vice President to work within our banking team in Phoenix, AZ. The ideal candidate enjoys working in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment; possesses the ability to navigate multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines with strong organizational skills; and displays a professional demeanor when interacting with senior partners, clients, and colleagues.

• Contribute in significant ways to the strategic growth of the business and perform business development activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with industry consultants, developers, and other external partners and stakeholders.
• Elevate the industry by providing thought leadership and insights.
• Lead banking transactions from launch to close, including:
• Conduct relationship‑management meetings and other activities with existing PSC clients and consultants.
• Pre‑qualify customers with regard to their financial status or objectives in connection with investment banking opportunities.
• Assess client goals, provide options, and facilitate decisions on structure and timing.
• Ensure regular and highly effective communication is maintained throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert to clients and other SDG team members across debt‑credit frameworks for refinancing and other less complex transactions in an established local market.
• Participate in high‑impact HR efforts and contribute in significant ways to team culture.
• Produce, update, and present business‑development materials.
• Conduct market research to identify new real‑estate projects occurring across the state of Arizona.
• Attend industry networking events, conferences, and other industry‑specific events.
• Prepare and maintain various marketing materials, including presentations, pitchbooks, research summaries, and market updates.
• Consistently model SDG’s organizational values and contribute to team culture.

You thrive in a high‑pace, high‑performance environment. You learn quickly, are curious and committed to your own growth and advancement. You are intrinsically self‑motivated, goal‑oriented, and resilient. You exhibit confidence and courage, contributing to discussions, and embracing opportunities outside your comfort zone. You can effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences, plan and organize your work effectively, meet deadlines, and inform stakeholders of project status.

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred.
• 6–10 years of relevant experience in land development/homebuilding, or finance.
• Proficient in the use of digital software and technology, including databases, and the MS Office suite.
• Available to work full‑time in‑person in our Phoenix office.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Phoenix, AZ.

Anticipated salary for Phoenix based individuals expressing interest in this position is $125,000–$150,000 per year. Most of the compensation for this position comes from the annual incentive that is granted based on personal and team performance. Placement within this range is dependent upon level of experience, title, and other factors.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, marital status, status as a protected veteran or status with regard to public assistance.