Managing Director, Investment Banking - AI & Cloud

Wedbush; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading securities firm seeks a Managing Director for its AI & Cloud Investment Banking vertical. This role requires a seasoned banker with an active track record in tech investments to originate deals, manage relationships, and define strategies, offering autonomy and support within a reputable platform. With an attractive compensation structure and growth opportunities, candidates can leverage their networks in an explosive sector.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with company matching

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year

Paid Time Off and Sick Time

FINRA License Sponsorship

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as an Investment Banker with closed deals in tech sectors.
• Strong relationships with tech CEOs, founders, and VCs.
• Deep knowledge of corporate finance and transaction structuring.

Responsibilities

• Originate and execute M&A, capital raising, and advisory transactions in AI and cloud.
• Manage relationships with VC-backed firms and high-growth enterprises.
• Define vertical strategy and build a high-performing team.

Skills

Investment Banking

M&A Transactions

Capital Markets

Networking

Corporate Finance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Managing Director, Investment Banking - AI & Cloud

• Job Tracking ID:512079-898339
• Job Location:New York, NY
  San Francisco, CA,
  Los Angeles, CA,
  Chicago, IL,
  USA

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms andinvestment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financialsolutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures andAdvanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in LosAngeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless,customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.

Lead the Deals Defining the Future of AI & Cloud —Starting Day One

At Wedbush Securities, we don’t just talk about innovation — weinvest in it. We’re seeking a Managing Director to lead our AI &Cloud Technology Investment Banking vertical, a once-in-a-generationopportunity to capitalize on the most transformational technologies inthe global economy.

We’re not looking for generalists or future potential — we want aseasoned banker with live mandates, active deal flow, and a vision toscale a profitable practice from day one.

This role offers the best of both worlds: the infrastructure andcredibility of an established national investment bank, paired withthe freedom, flexibility, and economics of building your own practice.

Why This Role Is Different — and Lucrative:

• Monetize Immediately: You bring the pipeline, we bring theplatform. Close and earn from day one.
• High Comp, No Ceiling: Our payout structure rewards top producerswith aggressive, transparent upside.
• Own Your Practice: Full autonomy to build your AI & Cloudvertical — your brand, your strategy, your team.
• Real Support: Access to experienced execution teams, capitalmarkets, research, sales, and trading.
• Explosive Sector Growth: AI, machine learning, datainfrastructure, edge computing, and cloud-native SaaS are drivingdemand for strategic transactions across the board.

What You Will Lead:

• Originate and execute M&A, capital raising, and strategicadvisory transactions across the AI, cloud infrastructure, SaaS,data science, and emerging tech stack
• Manage C-suite and board-level relationships with VC-backeddisruptors, high-growth enterprises, and strategic acquirers
• Define vertical strategy and shape the firm’s presence in next-gentechnology banking
• Hire and lead a high-performing team as you scale your vertical
• Collaborate across Wedbush’s broader tech platform: equityresearch, institutional sales, trading, and corporate access

This Role Is for:

• Senior bankers ready to transact immediately
• Professionals who want autonomy, upside, and the ability to move fast
• Dealmakers with the network, credibility, and execution muscle tobuild a high-margin practice
• Those tired of bureaucratic, slow-moving platforms — and ready toown their outcomes

This is Not a Learning Role — It is a Launchpad

We are only considering experienced, currently active investmentbankers who are ready to transact from day one. This is an opportunityto own a vertical and build real equity — not a junior ramp-up orbusiness development role.

This opportunity is open to candidates throughout the United States,who will report into either our New York City, San Francisco, LosAngeles, or Chicago offices.

Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution
• 10+ years of experience as an Investment Banker, including recentclosed deals in tech (AI, SaaS, cloud infrastructure)
• Currently managing or actively developing a robust pipeline ofM&A or capital markets opportunities
• Exceptionally strong relationships with tech CEOs, founders, VCs,and strategics
• Deep knowledge of corporate finance, valuation, transactionstructuring, and capital markets strategy
• FINRA Series 79, 63 required (24 a plus)
• Entrepreneurial, commercially driven, and ready to scale quickly

What We Offer

What Wedbush Offers You

As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securitiesoffers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believethat providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageousreward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiplehealth plan options for you and your family
• Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
• 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching andprofit-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

The reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role hasnot been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonableestimate of the current range is $250,000. Colleagues may be eligiblefor additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on thecolleague's and the firm's performance. At Wedbush, Decisionsregarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and aredependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skillsets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and otherbusiness and organizational needs.

Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal EmploymentOpportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race,religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genderidentity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status,registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status,marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, geneticinformation, family care or medical leave status, or any otherconsideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or locallaws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived tohave these characteristics or is associated with someone who isperceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a cultureof inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their uniquecontributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.

This position is subject to various laws or regulations that imposerestrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due tocriminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are notlimited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule17a-3, et. seq,, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.

Let’s Build the Future of Tech Finance

If you're ready to lead high-impact deals in a space that's rewritingthe rules of innovation, we want to hear from you. Join us at Wedbushand shape the future of AI & Cloud from the front lines.

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