Investment Banking Program Associate - Financial Sponsors Group

About the position

Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB) delivers a comprehensive suite of banking, capital markets and advisory solutions, including a full complement of sales, trading and research capabilities, to corporate, government and institutional clients. We focus on our clients' overall financial needs, with consideration and respect for their total relationship with Wells Fargo. The Financial Sponsors Group is seeking an Associate with prior investment banking experience to join their team in our New York City office. The team partners with both industry and product groups to deliver high quality advice and solutions to our clients. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of corporate and investment banking products (including M&A, capital markets, LBOs, etc.), a strong work ethic, ability to research and generate unique content for clients, and creative, team-oriented approach to solving problems. The Associate will have the opportunity to work with private equity clients as they evaluate and execute new equity and debt investments, monetize existing investments, and contemplate capital structure solutions at both the portfolio company and fund level. This work will allow the candidate to cover a wide range of complex transactions including leveraged buyouts, acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, joint ventures, recapitalizations, strategic advisory assignments, and executions of public and private capital markets transactions.

Responsibilities

• Interface with clients to resolve complex financial and strategic issues
• Conduct heavy LBO modeling
• Manage and execute live deal situations
• Facilitate due diligence
• Draft client and committee presentation materials
• Assist with new business development
• Execute and oversee financial and valuation analysis

Requirements

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

Nice-to-haves

• 2+ years of relevant work experience in capital markets, private equity/credit, or a combination of both
• Experience with leveraged buyouts
• Experience working with financial sponsor clients
• Excellent grasp of corporate finance, valuation, and financial accounting
• Demonstrated excellence in working effectively as an individual and as part of a team
• An individual who demonstrates a sense of personal accountability and urgency for achieving results
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to work long hours in a demanding, highly focused, collaborative, and team environment

Benefits

• 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