Vice President, Investment Banking - Biotech

About this role

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 our growing Healthcare Investment Banking Group – specifically aligned to Biotech.

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: • 5+ years of Healthcare Investment Banking experience

• Experience in Biotech

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong track record of originating and executing M&A and capital markets transactions

• Ability to lead and coach junior staff

• Ability to communicate effectively, in both written and verbal formats, with senior executive-level leaders & clients

• Persuasive communication skills with comfort in speaking with business stakeholders & clients

• A high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

• 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

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

   Posting Locations: • 500 West 33rd St. - New York, New York 10001

• 333 Market St. - San Francisco, California 94105

• 550 S Tryon St. - Charlotte, North Carolina 28202

New York City-Pay Range : $275,000-$275,000 San Francisco-Pay Range: $275,000-$275,000

Pay Range   Reflected is the base pay range offered for this position. Pay may vary depending on factors including but not limited to demonstrated examples of prior performance, skills, experience, or work location. Employees may also be eligible for incentive opportunities. $185,000.00 - $300,000.00 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 benefits • 401(k) Plan • Paid time off • Disability benefits • Life insurance, critical illness insurance, and accident insurance • Parental leave • Critical caregiving leave • Discounts and savings • Commuter benefits • Tuition reimbursement • Scholarships for dependent children • Adoption reimbursement

Posting End Date:

10 Sep 2026 * Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

We Value Equal Opportunity

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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 ef

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