Analyst, Investment Banking - HG Debt Capital Markets

Wells Fargo Bank•New York, NY

About The Position

Wells Fargo is seeking a High Grade Debt Capital Markets Analyst in the Corporate & Investment Banking Group, covering the Financial Institutions sector. The High Grade Debt Capital Markets team originates, structures, and underwrites debt securities for corporate clients with predominantly investment-grade ratings. It works closely with investment banking coverage partners and relationship managers to provide tailored debt-financing solutions. Its products include public and private bonds, revolving credit facilities, term loans, syndicated acquisition financing, hybrids, and commercial paper. The analyst will support client coverage and the pitching and execution of capital markets debt transactions, primarily publicly traded bonds and other debt securities. The role includes company and capital-structure analysis, preparing recommendations and reviewing market data, valuation analyses, models, and presentations. The analyst will take ownership of client deliverables, coordinate transaction execution, collaborate with colleagues to resolve issues, interact with internal and external customers, and monitor macroeconomic events and their potential market and product-pricing impacts. The position also involves identifying opportunities to improve processes within the Investment Banking Program. The role requires obtaining and maintaining applicable FINRA licenses for continued employment. Series 63 and 79 examinations, or accepted equivalents, must be completed within the applicable 90- or 180-day period after starting if the licenses are not transferable at hire. State registration and licensing requirements apply, and additional product or SAFE licensing may apply. The position is subject to FINRA background screening and enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. Visa sponsorship is not available. The stated base pay range is $90,000 to $150,000; employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. Pay may vary based on factors including performance, skills, experience, and work location.

Requirements

At least 6 months of Investment Banking Program experience, or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, military experience, or education.
Obtain and maintain applicable FINRA licenses for ongoing employment; Series 63 and 79 examinations or equivalents must be completed within the applicable 90- or 180-day period after commencement if not transferable at hire.
Comply with applicable state registration and licensing requirements and any applicable product or SAFE licensing requirements.
Meet enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards and successfully complete FINRA background screening.
Comply with ongoing regulatory requirements, including additional screening and incident reporting, and applicable policies on outside activities and personal investing.
Visa sponsorship is not available.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of capital markets experience.
At least 6 months of financial services industry experience.
Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong organizational, multitasking, and prioritization skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Bachelor's degree with academic distinction and coursework in financial accounting, economics, and corporate finance.
MBA or CFA.
Willingness to work long hours in a demanding, highly focused, collaborative, and fast-paced team environment, with personal accountability and urgency for achieving results.

Responsibilities

Cover a range of clients in the Financial Institutions sector.
Assist in pitching and executing capital markets debt transactions, primarily publicly traded bonds and other debt securities.
Analyze companies and their capital structures.
Make recommendations to clients.
Identify opportunities for process improvements within the Investment Banking Program.
Review and analyze market data, valuation analyses, models, and presentations, using research, evaluation, selection of alternatives, and independent judgment for medium-risk deliverables.
Collaborate and consult with peers, colleagues, and managers to resolve issues and achieve goals.
Take ownership of client deliverables and coordinate with the team to execute.
Interact with internal and external customers.
Track macroeconomic events, their impacts on the market, and potential product-pricing impacts.