Securities Research Analyst

About this role:
Wells Fargo is seeking a Securities Research Analyst. The role involves working closely with the US M&A team on M&A market intelligence, pitchbooks, various financial analyses and industry-related materials, with significant opportunities to learn, develop and work as an integral member of the business.

In this role, you will:

• Monitor M&A market intelligence and prepare related deliverables such as M&A deal alerts by leveraging various information sources (FactSet, Merger market, Dealogic and Refinitiv) as well as news outlets (Reuters, Wall Street Journal, Financial Times and others)
• Maintain M&A databases and prepare various kinds of analyses based on the recorded data
• Develop an understanding of key M&A drivers, trends and market activity. Deliver M&A newsletters related to market update
• Assist in preparing M&A pitchbook components including industry overviews, screening, benchmarking and competitive landscape, company profiles (strip, deep dive), management biographies, case studies and credentials
• Work on various work streams that form key components of M&A Buy or Sell side deals (pitching and execution)
• Work independently and deliver high-quality deliverables
• Effectively communicate with very senior stakeholders

Required Qualifications:

6+ months of Securities Investment research, financial services experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• MBA Finance, CA or MS Finance from a premier institute, with 6+ months of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting and financial analysis concepts. Knowledge of investment banking concepts including M&A as a product will be an added advantage
• Knowledge of databases and platforms such as FactSet, Merger market, Dealogic, LSEG (with SDC), Pitchbook, S&P Capital IQ and Factiva
• Strong inclination towards building a career in Investment Banking, especially M&A
• Impeccable communication and interpersonal relationship skills with the ability to interact with senior professionals and key stakeholders
• Strong logical, analytical skills and a systematic problem-solving approach
• Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to ensure high quality of deliverables
• Ability to interact with integrity and a high level of professionalism with all levels of team members and management
• Results driven, accountable and ability to work with multiple priorities in a fast-paced and results-driven environment
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools and technologies, with an understanding of their applications in business processes
• Open to Bangalore or Hyderabad work locations
• Candidate is expected to operate during the US time zone to provide real time support (9 am EST - 5 pm EST)

Job Expectations:

• Ability to proficiently use Microsoft Office applications, especially Power Point and Excel
• Impeccable communication and interpersonal relationship skills with the ability to interact with senior professionals and key stakeholders
• Strong time management skills and ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Attention to detail and ability to ensure high quality of deliverables
• Ability to provide innovative ideas to efficiently execute the tasks
• Ability to identify proactive ways to contribute to firm's goals & mission

Posting End Date: 

21 Jun 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.

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