Associate, Investment Banking

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.

Our Investment Banking Group is seeking an Associate to join our team. Associates will work on a variety of financial advisory assignments and will have opportunities to take on significant responsibility from day one. You will get early exposure to executive level clients while working alongside Wall Street veterans.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide transaction support to senior bankers on a broad range of corporate finance transactions including IPOs, secondary offerings, private placements, mergers & acquisitions
• Plan, structure and execute financing transactions in the public and private markets
• Financial analysis and modeling; conduct industry and market research
• Assist in preparation of company marketing and transactions materials; prepare client presentations; perform due diligence
• Analyze financial statements, review and assess business plans, and manage day-to-day contact with clients and related parties
• Advising corporations on mergers and acquisitions
• Interact with clients during presentations and deal executions
• Perform other duties as required and assigned

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited University, preferably in Economics, Business, Accounting or related field
• MBA preferred
• Minimum 2 years of investment banking experience
• Current FINRA Series 79, 63 licenses required
• Highly proficient in financial statement analysis
• Advanced quantitative and analytical skills, ideally with understanding of valuation techniques
• Well-versed in corporate finance, accounting principles, financial statement analysis and financial modeling
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent communication (verbal and written, internal and client-facing) and presentation skills
• Highly organized and able to multi-task; manage multiple projects and competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy or efficiency

Wedbush Securities offers robust benefits to our colleagues.

• 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

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to location; skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current hiring range is $125,000.

At Wedbush, we recognize that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation, results in higher Colleague satisfaction, fosters superior client service, and adds meaningful value for stakeholders. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm and provided equal opportunities to succeed.

Wedbush uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities here https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/e-verify-overview

This position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a-3, et. seq,, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.

From: Wedbush Securities