About this role:
The Financial Sponsors Group is seeking an Associate with prior Infrastructure Fund investment banking coverage and Project Finance 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.
In this role, you will:
- Support senior bankers in their relationship management responsibilities, including interaction with current and prospective clients
- Create detailed financial models, including LBO models and other financial and valuation analysis
- Participate in and help drive all aspects of deal coordination, including conducting due diligence efforts, drafting and reviewing marketing materials and liaising with potential buyers, other advisors and team members
- Assist the senior banker and deal teams to analyze financial statements, conduct due diligence, build complex financial models, complete industry and comp analysis, and distill large amounts of information into concise memos that address key credit risks
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of Wells Fargo’s credit risk policies, risk appetite, and underwriting guidelines
- Support a collaborative and inclusive environment
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
- Investment Banking experience
- Experience and knowledge of the Infrastructure Fund coverage space and Project Finance
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- A Master's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or economics
- Strong 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
- Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy
Job Expectations
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. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted
Registration for FINRA Series 63 (or 66) must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted
Registration for FINRA Series 79 must be completed within 90 days of hire date if it is not available for transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted
Posting Locations
Pay Range
New York City-Pay Range: $175,000-$225,000
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 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:
16 Oct 2026
*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
