About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking experienced Associates to join our Leveraged Finance team as part of our Corporate & Investment Banking Group. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.
In this role, you will:
- Pitch and execute debt transactions in Syndicated Bank, Institutional Loan, and High Yield Debt Capital Markets
- Engage in Best Efforts transactions as well as in Corporate and Sponsor Underwriting activities for event-driven transactions
- Analyze companies and their Capital Structure
- Make recommendations to clients
- Identify opportunities for process improvements within Investment Banking Program
- Review and analyze market data, valuation analyses, models, and presentations that require research, evaluation, selection of alternatives, and exercise independent judgment to guide medium deliverables
- Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
- Interact with internal and external customers
- 2+ years of Investment Banking Program experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
- 2+ years of Leveraged Finance or Corporate Banking experience
- Strong financial modeling skills
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work effectively independently, as well as in a team environment
- Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
- Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Bachelor's Degree with academic distinction and coursework in financial accounting and corporate finance; MBA or CFA a plus
- Willingness 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
- Willingness to work on-site in accordance with current office requirements
- Registration for FINRA Series 63 must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire.
- Registration for FINRA Series 79 must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire.
- Registration for Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire.
- This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.
- Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.
- 550 S Tryon St - Charlotte, North Carolina 28202
- 500 West 33rd St. - New York, New York 10001
- New York City-Pay Range: $175,000 - $225,000
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
4 Aug 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.
Applicants with Disabilities
To request a medical accommodation during the application or interview process, visit Disability Inclusion at Wells Fargo .
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Wells Fargo maintains a drug free workplace. Please see our Drug and Alcohol Policy to learn more.
Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:
a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.
b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.
Skills Required
- 2+ years of Investment Banking Program experience
- Willingness to work on-site in accordance with current office requirements
- Complete FINRA Series 63 registration within 90 days if not transferable
- Complete FINRA Series 79 registration within 90 days if not transferable
- Complete Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam within 90 days if not transferable
- Successful completion of FINRA background screening / background check
- 2+ years of Leveraged Finance or Corporate Banking experience
- Strong financial modeling skills
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
- Bachelor's Degree with coursework in financial accounting and corporate finance
- MBA or CFA
- Ability to work long hours in a demanding, fast-paced team environment
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Wells Fargo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is anchored by a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match on employee contributions after one year of service, with an additional non‑matching company contribution for some lower‑paid employees. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further expands long‑term savings opportunities.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports include up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave available from the first day of employment, plus paid critical‑caregiving leave and extensive backup care options. Fertility, adoption, and surrogacy programs are highlighted with meaningful coverage and reimbursements, including a combined lifetime maximum up to $35,000 for eligible expenses.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is comprehensive from day one, spanning medical, dental, vision, mental health, prescriptions, and preventive care often fully covered in‑network. Employer cost‑sharing is emphasized alongside no‑cost counseling through the EAP within plan limits.
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