Managing Director, Investment Banking - Building Supplies

Wedbush Securities

  • New York City, NY
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 day ago
Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms and investment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financial solutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures and Advanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80 correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless, customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth.Bring Your Pipeline. Build Your Practice. Get Paid Like a Partner.Wedbush Securities is actively hiring a Managing Director to lead our Building Supplies Investment Banking vertical - one of the highest-margin, highest-opportunity sectors in middle-market banking. This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned banker with active mandates or qualified deal flow to take full control of their book, operate with independence, and capitalize on our full-service platform - without waiting for layers of approvals, turf battles, or institutional drag.This is Not a Learning Role - It is a LaunchpadWe are only considering experienced, currently active investment bankers who are ready to transact from day one. This is an opportunity to own a vertical and build real equity - not a junior ramp-up or business development role.This opportunity is open to candidates throughout the United States, who will report into either our New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Chicago offices.What Makes This Role Different:
  • Immediate Revenue Participation - Start earning upside from day one. We offer aggressive comp splits and zero cap on your success.
  • You Own the Vertical - Run Building Supplies as your own practice within our Real Estate & Infrastructure group. Hire, lead, and brand it your way.
  • Backed by a National IB Platform - Full access to Wedbush's capital markets, sales/trading, and distribution teams. You're not building from scratch.
  • Fast-Moving, No Bureaucracy - This is an entrepreneurial MD seat with senior executive support and speed.
You Will Lead:
  • Origination and execution of M&A, private placements, and recapitalizations in Building Products, Distribution, Construction Materials, and adjacent industrials
  • Relationships with CEOs, founders, sponsors, and family offices in the space
  • A team of skilled bankers, with the flexibility to build your own execution bench
  • Strategic collaboration with the Head of Real Estate & Infrastructure to shape sector coverage
  • Thought leadership and visibility in the sector - we'll help you amplify your voice
We Will Give You:
  • Institutional-grade infrastructure without the red tape
  • Full deal execution support - analysts, associates, syndicate, legal
  • A competitive base + high split on revenue
  • Equity value potential as we build out this vertical
  • Real leadership visibility at one of the most entrepreneurial investment banks on the street
This Is the Role for You If...You are tired of internal politics, deal committees, or having to feed five levels of leadership before you get paid. You want a platform that backs producers, rewards closers, and gives real bankers the room to win.Experience and Skills
  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution required
  • Has 10+ years of IB experience with an existing track record in Building Supplies, Industrials, Infrastructure, or adjacent verticals
  • Can bring live deal flow or qualified prospects into the pipeline within 60-90 days
  • Is known by name in the industry by key sponsors, operators, and consolidators
  • Holds an active Series 79, 63 license (required); 24 (preferred)
  • Wants to own a P&L and drive revenue, not just manage execution
  • Thrives in performance-driven, unbureaucratic environments where results matter
What We OfferWhat Wedbush Offers YouAs part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
  • Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
  • 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-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 has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $250,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the colleague's and the firm's performance. At Wedbush, Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.Wedbush uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities hereThis position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a-3, et. seq,, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.Ready to Build Big Deals and an Even Bigger Future?If you're a seasoned banker ready to own your lane in the booming Building Supplies space-while writing the next chapter of your career at a firm that rewards performance and vision-let's talk.Answer the call and be a part of the future of Real Estate Investment Banking at Wedbush.

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