Vice President, Lead Investment Banker - Semiconductor

The Corporate & Investment Bank (CIB) delivers a comprehensive suite of banking, capital markets and advisory solutions, including a full complement of sales, trading and research capabilities, to corporate, government and institutional clients. We focus on our clients' overall financial needs, with consideration and respect for their total relationship with Wells Fargo.  Learn more about the career areas and lines of business at wellsfargojobs.com. 

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Lead Investment Banker, Vice President to join the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Group focusing on Semiconductors.

In this role, you will:

• Lead complex initiatives and independently manage client relationships, including origination, structuring, and execution of Corporate and Investment Banking products and services

• Drive strategic planning and deliver comprehensive solutions in M&A across public and private clients, and Capital Markets 

• Analyze and resolve multi-faceted business and operational challenges, making decisions that influence cross-functional teams and advance new initiatives

• Apply deep knowledge of products, markets, and clients while ensuring compliance and precision in execution

• Demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, while mentoring peers and fostering collaboration

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of Investment Banking experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications

• A BS/BA degree or higher

• Semiconductor experience within TMT

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• A Master's degree or higher in accounting, finance, or economics

• Investment banking experience

• Ability to make timely and independent judgment decisions while working in a fast-paced and results-driven environment

• Knowledge and understanding of business development: business vision, strategies, and goals

• Knowledge and understanding of capital markets: deal execution process and standards

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

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

• This position is subject to FINRA background screening requirements. Candidates must successfully complete and pass a background check prior to hire. In accordance with FINRA rules, individuals who are subject to statutory disqualification are not eligible to be associated with a FINRA-registered broker-dealer. Successful candidates must also meet and comply with ongoing regulatory obligations, which include periodic screening and mandatory reporting of certain incidents.

• Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.

• Ability to travel up to 50% of the time