Senior Associate, Equity Sales

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.

Join Wedbush's elite sell-side equity research team as an Equity Research Associate covering the dynamic cryptocurrency and blockchain sector.

This is your opportunity to work alongside award-winning analysts while building institutional-grade expertise in digital assets, decentralized finance, and blockchain infrastructure-positioning yourself on a clear path to senior analyst.

If you're driven by rigorous analytical thinking, possess exceptional financial modeling capabilities, and are eager to establish yourself in equity research at the forefront of digital asset markets, this role offers an unparalleled platform for accelerated career growth and industry impact.

Why Wedbush?

* Structured path from Associate to Senior Analyst in a high-growth sector

* Work with a research team recognized for excellence in technology and digital asset coverage

* Build a unique, in-demand skill set at the intersection of traditional finance and blockchain innovation

* Contribute research that shapes investment decisions among top-tier asset managers and hedge funds

* Learn from industry-leading professionals committed to your development and advancement

What You Will Do

As an integral member of our research team, you will be at the intersection of technology, finance, and strategic insight:

* Develop, update, and maintain sophisticated financial models and valuation frameworks for our coverage universe

* Prepare and contribute to research reports, earnings notes, and thematic pieces that influence institutional investors

* Conduct comprehensive due diligence through management meetings, channel checks, on-chain analysis, and competitive intelligence

* Analyze business models across cryptocurrency exchanges, blockchain infrastructure providers, mining operations, and digital asset platforms

* Evaluate protocol economics, network metrics, regulatory developments, and market structure trends to assess investment implications

* Engage directly with C-suite executives, investor relations teams, and collaborate with institutional sales and trading desks

* Monitor macroeconomic factors, capital flows, and institutional adoption trends impacting publicly-traded digital asset companies

* Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

Experience and Skills

* Bachelor's degree from an accredited university; preferably in computer science, engineering, economics, finance, or related quantitative fields

* 1-3 years of relevant experience in financial services, preferably with exposure to technology or digital asset sectors

* Active Series 86/87 Licenses preferred

* Strong understanding of blockchain technology, cryptocurrency markets, and digital asset ecosystems

* Advanced Excel skills and superb quantitative capabilities

* Exceptionally strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for institutional investors

* Proven ability to maintain accuracy in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

* Self-starter who excels working both autonomously and within team settings

* Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and ability to prioritize effectively with minimal direction

* Passion for emerging technologies and the future of decentralized finance

What We Offer

What Wedbush Offers You

As 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

* Health Savings Account (HSA) with company-sponsored contributions

* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care

* Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits

* 401(k) Plan: competitive discretionary company matching and profit-sharing contributions

* Tuition reimbursement ($5,250 max per year)

* Paid Vacation, Sick Time, Holidays, Volunteer Time Off

* Paid Leave:
Parental Bonding, Jury Duty, Military, Disability, etc.

* FINRA and Professional License Sponsorship

* Charitable Donation Matching Contributions

* Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs

* Discretionary compensation based on the colleague's and the firm's performance

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 $100,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the colleague's and the…