Managing Director, Restructuring Banker

Wedbush Morgan Securities•New York, NY

57d

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. At Wedbush Securities, we are building a world-class private capital platform - and we're seeking a Managing Director with the vision, gravitas, and network to lead it. This is more than a role - it's a mandate to shape the private capital landscape for the next decade. You will sit at the apex of high-impact capital formation, working with the most innovative companies and sophisticated investors in the world. This is your platform. Your brand. Your legacy. We are seeking a visionary and results-driven Managing Director to lead our Equity Private Placement practice within the Investment Banking Division. This is a rare opportunity to drive significant growth in a high-profile leadership role, leveraging your deep industry expertise, market relationships, and strategic acumen to elevate our private placement platform to the next level.

Requirements

10+ years in equity private placements at a leading investment bank or boutique; extensive deal sheet with marquee transactions
Deep, trusted relationships with the private capital ecosystem - venture, growth equity, crossover, family offices, and strategic investors
Track record of closing complex capital raises, often with multi-party syndicates
Strategic mindset with a strong commercial instinct and a bias for execution
FINRA Series 79 license required

Nice To Haves

MBA, CFA, CPA or equivalent advanced credential preferred
Passion for innovation, market disruption, and entrepreneurial leadership

Responsibilities

Command the Equity Private Placement franchise - lead strategy, origination, execution, and team building with full autonomy and visibility from the top
Drive transformative capital raises for breakthrough companies in high-growth sectors across tech, healthcare, consumer, and fintech
Leverage your network of premier venture, growth, crossover, and institutional investors to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients
Build and scale a high-performance team of bankers and deal professionals under your leadership, with access to extensive firm resources
Be the trusted advisor to C-suite executives, board members, and founders navigating complex capital decisions
Lead with influence, representing Wedbush at premier events, family office summits, private capital conferences, and on industry panels
Collaborate at the highest level - work directly with the executive team to integrate private placements across our investment banking, equity research, and institutional sales ecosystem

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