Investment Banking Program Associate - Corporate Finance

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Investment Banking Program Associate to join the Corporate Finance Advisory Group within Wells Fargo's Corporate & Investment Banking. Learn more about our career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com.

The Corporate Finance Advisory Group (CF) partners with product and industry groups across investment banking to provide clients with:

• Product-agnostic advice on capital structure strategy and shareholder value creation
• Creative structuring approaches to complex transactions
• Differentiated quantitative analytics
• Technical expertise in credit ratings, tax, accounting and sustainability-linked topics

In this role, you will:

• Lead junior teams in developing financial models, data analytics and presentation materials in support of pitch and deal activity
• Work with coverage and product partners to develop differentiated, leverageable content for use in transaction origination, as well as for broader client distribution
• Support deal execution processes
• Exercise independent judgment to guide deliverables
• Regularly work directly with senior bankers in small project teams
• Receive broad and deep analytical skillset and broad exposure across product, industry and clients
• Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals
• Interact with internal and external customers

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:

• Ability to work effectively, as well as independently, in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
• Strong financial modeling skills
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and prioritizing skills
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Bachelor's Degree with academic distinction and coursework in financial accounting and corporate finance
• Professional experience through internships, part-time or full-time work, and/or extracurricular activities  
• Dedication to building a career in Investment Banking.
• 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

Job Expectations:

• FINRA Series 63, 79, and the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Additional Compensation Details:

• Base pay range for NY: $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 achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$138,500.00 - $287,600.00

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:

11 Aug 2025

*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.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

 

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.