Wells Fargo & Investment Banking Associate 

Japan, Chiyoda 

6228583

About this role:The role involves performing the tasks of an M&A Program Associateor Program Analystwithin the existing international M&A team, including working on client coverage materials, conducting industry research and screening, transaction origination and execution of M&A mandates.

In this role, you will:

• Work to support the business strategy and relevant teams to expand Wells Fargo’s M&A activities in the region
• Supporting senior bankers in their relationship management responsibilities, including interaction with current and prospective clients
• Preparing marketing documents, including pitch materials, confidential offering memoranda and management presentations
• Keep abreast of key market developments and establishing knowledge of the target client base and relevant market dynamics
• Coordinate closely with internal and external resources to help arrange client meetings for U.S. bankers in Japan
• Performing financial analysis, including comparable transactions and public company analysis

• Creating detailed financial models used for valuation purposes
• Conducting extensive financial and industry due diligence to evaluate the risk/return parameters of a transaction
• Using Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint to present various pieces of analysis
• Managing transaction logistics, including organising data rooms and working group lists

Required Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Investment Banking Program experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, education
• Fluency in both spoken and written Japanese and English

Desired Qualifications:

• Exposure to the full spectrum of a M&A transaction life cycle including origination and execution experience
• Prior experience at an international bank platform and/or a leading Japanese securities firm; past experience working with U.S.-based investment banks is a plus
• Sound analytical and communication skills, attention to detail, and willingness to take on significant responsibility
• High level of personal motivation, strong interpersonal skills, and a broad intellectual capacity
• Comfortable functioning both independently and as part of a team, meeting stringent deadlines and work quality standards
• Prior experience working in a demanding, highly focused, collaborative, team environment that required extended work hours from time to time.
• Team player that behaves ethically and with integrity
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Currently licensed as Class 1 Japan Securities Dealers Association (JSDA)

17 Mar 2025

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.