Managing Director, Investment Banking - Semiconductors & Hardware

Wedbush Securities•New York, NY

11d

About The Position

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth. Semiconductors and hardware systems are no longer background technology. They are the strategic battleground for AI supremacy, national security, automotive transformation, and industrial automation. Global chip demand is accelerating across every major economy, reshaping supply chains and driving unprecedented consolidation. Advanced packaging, edge computing, and specialized silicon are commanding premium valuations and attracting massive capital deployment. Wedbush Securities is establishing a premier semiconductor and hardware investment banking practice at precisely the moment when this sector has become mission-critical to the global economy. We are seeking an accomplished Managing Director with an active deal pipeline to lead this franchise and capitalize on one of the most dynamic M&A environments in technology. This role is open to candidates throughout the United States and will be based in our New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Chicago offices, depending on candidate location and preference. The ideal candidate brings extensive investment banking experience with demonstrated success in semiconductor, hardware, or deep technology sectors. You possess an active pipeline of mandates or highly qualified opportunities positioned to close in the near term. Your track record includes leading complex transactions from origination through execution, with particular expertise in navigating the technical and commercial dynamics unique to hardware and semiconductor businesses. You have cultivated deep relationships across the semiconductor ecosystem, including growth-stage founders building next-generation chip architectures, strategic acquirers seeking technological capabilities, and institutional investors deploying capital into hardware infrastructure. These relationships represent not just your professional network but your competitive advantage and deal generation engine. You demonstrate the intellectual sophistication to evaluate intricate technology platforms and business models, the financial acumen to structure complex transactions, and the executive presence to command credibility with sophisticated clients and counterparties. Most importantly, you possess the entrepreneurial mindset to build and scale a specialized practice with significant P&L ownership. This opportunity is designed for a professional ready to monetize their relationships, leverage institutional resources, and capture substantial upside in one of technology's most strategically important sectors. The Value Proposition Immediate Revenue Generation This is not a build-from-scratch role. We are seeking a senior banker with live mandates or near-term opportunities ready to close. Bring your pipeline, leverage our platform, and begin generating revenue from day one. Our infrastructure is designed to accelerate execution, not slow it down. Exceptional Economic Alignment Highly competitive managing director base salary complemented by aggressive revenue-based participation with no caps on origination success. Our compensation philosophy is straightforward: exceptional performance deserves exceptional economics. You will retain meaningful upside on every transaction you source and close. Vertical Leadership and P&L Ownership This is your practice to architect and scale. You will own the semiconductor and hardware vertical with complete autonomy over client strategy, team composition, and business development approach. You define the vision; we provide the institutional firepower to execute it. Platform Advantage at Scale Access the full capabilities of a nationally recognized investment bank, equity capital markets, institutional research coverage, trading relationships, regulatory infrastructure, and balance sheet capacity; all while operating with the speed and decisiveness that defines successful dealmakers. No bureaucratic delays. No committee paralysis. Sector Momentum and Strategic Timing Enter the market as semiconductor M&A activity reaches historic levels driven by AI infrastructure buildout, defense modernization, automotive electrification, and industrial IoT expansion. Your positioning at this inflection point creates both immediate opportunities and long-term franchise value.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from a top-tier institution; advanced degree strongly preferred
Minimum 10 years of investment banking experience with demonstrated focus on semiconductors, hardware, or deep technology sectors
Active deal pipeline with current mandates or near-term opportunities in advanced stages
Proven track record of originating and closing M&A and capital markets transactions ranging from $50M to $500M+
Established relationships with growth-stage technology founders, strategic corporate acquirers, and technology-focused institutional investors
Expert-level proficiency in financial modeling, valuation methodologies, and complex transaction structuring
FINRA Series 79 and 63 required; Series 24 strongly preferred
Commercial mindset with proven ability to build and scale a business rather than simply execute within existing structures

Responsibilities

Originate and execute high-value M&A transactions, private placements, and strategic advisory mandates across semiconductors, chip design, computing hardware, sensors, and infrastructure systems
Lead strategic advisor to boards of directors, founders, and C-suite executives of growth-stage and established semiconductor and hardware companies navigating capital decisions and exit strategies
Manage comprehensive deal execution from initial engagement through structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and successful closing
Cultivate and expand relationships with institutional investors, private equity sponsors, venture capital firms, strategic acquirers, and corporate development teams focused on semiconductor and hardware investments
Build and lead a high-performing investment banking team with authority to recruit, develop, and mentor junior professionals
Establish Wedbush as a recognized thought leader in semiconductor and hardware banking through conference participation, media engagement, and market commentary
Collaborate with capital markets, equity research, institutional sales, and trading teams to deliver integrated solutions and maximize client outcomes
Drive business development initiatives and maintain active market intelligence to identify emerging opportunities and competitive positioning
Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
3 weeks of Paid Time Off
2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
10 Paid Holidays
Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
Paid Leave (Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
FINRA License Sponsorship
Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs