Investment Banking Associate - Mergers and Acquisitions

Wells Fargo is seeking an Investment Banking Associate to join our Mergers & Acquisitions group in New York City. As an Associate, you will play a key role in supporting the execution of transactions across a broad range of industry verticals.

Investment Banking Associates are an integral part of the Investment Banking team. They are directly involved in the origination, structuring and execution of investment banking products and services for existing and prospective clients. Associates participate in client meetings, due diligence visits and other client interactions during which they gain exposure to key executives and senior bankers. The Associate provides these services as part of a team consisting of Analysts, Vice Presidents, Directors, and Managing Directors.

In This Role, You Will

• Demonstrate well-developed knowledge of the entire suite of M&A products and services including buy sides, sell sides, carve-outs, spin offs, fairness opinions and activism & defense; this position is directly involved in the origination and execution for existing clients and prospects
• Assist or drive the delivery of full range of M&A products and services to clients at the executive management level, managing client relationships, and executing mandated assignments
• Participate in analyzing companies, develop strategies for clients, pulling market and industry research across the M&A product suit
• Receive direction from a manager and exercise independent judgment while developing an understanding of compliance and risk management requirements for Investment Banking
• Manage the various product workstreams and coordination with coverage banking partners
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
• Develop and train Investment Banking Analysts in M&A valuation and processes

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Investment Banking Program experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications

• 2+ years of M&A experience, including large-cap public transactions at a bulge bracket or elite boutique investment bank.
• MBA and/or undergraduate degree from a four-year accredited college or university
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong financial modeling skills
• Ability to work effectively, as well as independently, in a team environment and manage junior bankers
• Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience training and mentoring junior talent

Job Expectations:

• Ability to work long hours in a demanding, highly focused collaborative and fast paced team environment with a sense of personal accountability and urgency for achieving results
• FINRA SIE, Series 63, and Series 79 exams must all be successfully completed within 90 days of employment if not available for transfer
• This position may require you to meet FINRA registration requirements, which states that Associated Persons (AP) cannot be subject to statutory disqualification, in addition to regulatory and compliance requirements, including successful completion of criminal and regulatory checks and disclosure reviews

Additional Compensation Details:

• Base pay range: $175,000 - $200,000
• May be considered for an annual discretionary bonus

Posting Location:

• 500 W 33rd St, New York, NY 10001

Pay Range Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities.

$150,000.00 - $250,000.00

Benefits Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

• Health benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid time off
• Disability benefits
• Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance
• Parental leave
• Critical caregiving leave
• Discounts and savings
• Commuter benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Scholarships for dependent children
• Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date: 8 Mar 2026

• Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit's risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

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