About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking a Public Finance Housing Associate to join the Affordable Housing team of our Municipal Products Group (MPG).

The Public Finance Associate will support the affordable housing coverage team and help manage client relationships, development business opportunities, and execute transactions, including derivatives.  The associate will be part of lean deal teams that include senior and junior team members. The associate will build a network of influence among municipal market professionals including, among others, bond lawyers, credit providers, financial advisors, rating agencies, and key industry vendors (e.g. public accounting firms).

In this role, you will:

Prepare detailed cash-flow analysis to support transaction executionCreate pitch booksDraft responses for Requests for Proposals (RFPs)Lead due diligence meetingsWork closely with internal and external counsel to negotiate legal documentationWork closely with analysts and internal partners to manage internal compliance requirementsMaintain client relationships; including screening potential finance solutionsPresent recommendations for resolving more complex situations and exercise independent judgment while developing expertise in policies, procedures and compliance requirementsCollaborate and consult with functional colleagues, internal partners and stakeholders, including internal and external customers

Required Qualifications:

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

Desired Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of affordable housing sector, and an understanding of the municipal bond market.Very comfortable and efficient in Excel.  Experience writing formulas; organizing, analyzing, and formatting data; and recognizing and auditing errors.Able to review and interpret financial statements.Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients.High attention to detail and accuracyExperience reading, negotiating, and/or interpreting legal documents. Leadership experience and/or experience training others in a relevant professional capacity.An energetic self-starter who is detail-oriented with strong quantitative skills and enjoys working in a team environment; ability to work with little direct supervision and thrive in a high energy environment.Analytical thinker.  Able to make decisions and recommendations that are well reasoned.High level of personal motivation. Does more than what is asked for and anticipates questions/issues.Ability to manage a high-volume workload while maintaining excellence and consistency of work.  Ability to quickly change focus and stay organized is a must.

Job Expectations:

Ability to travel up to 10% or as neededRegistration for FINRA 52 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 SIE 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 encouraged but not required.

Pay Range
 

Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to achievements, skills, experience, or work location. The range listed is just one component of the compensation package offered to candidates.

$138,500.00 - $287,600.00

Benefits

Wells Fargo provides eligible employees with a comprehensive set of benefits, many of which are listed below. Visit Benefits - Wells Fargo Jobs for an overview of the following benefit plans and programs offered to employees.

Health benefits401(k) PlanPaid time offDisability benefitsLife insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insuranceParental leaveCritical caregiving leaveDiscounts and savingsCommuter benefitsTuition reimbursementScholarships for dependent childrenAdoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

7 Mar 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Diversity

At Wells Fargo, we believe in diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace; accordingly, we welcome applications for employment from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, individuals with disabilities, pregnancy, marital status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

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