Investment Banker Jobs in California

Investment Banker jobs in California are among the most active and competitive in the country, concentrated in financial services, technology M&A, private equity, and clean energy finance, with openings at every level from analyst through managing director. San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego anchor the hiring market, where firms like Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, and Bank of America maintain significant California presences. The most in-demand specialties are technology sector M&A advisory, capital markets, and restructuring. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles24+
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top citySan Francisco, CA
Cities hiring11
Work type96% On-site
Top industryBanking

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Deutsche Bank
Investment Banking & Capital Markets – Banker – Technology - Vice President / Associate
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Deutsche Bank
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Investment Banking & Capital Markets – Banker – Technology - Vice President / Associate
Deutsche Bank
San Francisco, California
Finance
Accounting
Partnerships & Business Development
Strategy & Corporate Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
Corporate Development & M&A
Tax
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Citi
Private Banker - Director
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Citi
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Private Banker - Director
Citi
San Francisco, California
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Finance
Accounting
Business Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$200k - $300k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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JPMorganChase
Associate Banker
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JPMorganChase
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Associate Banker
JPMorganChase
San Francisco, California
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Customer Success
Account Management
Finance
Accounting
Business Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$115k - $145k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Amerihome Mortgage Company, LLC
Senior Vice President, Commercial Banker -
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Amerihome Mortgage Company, LLC
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Senior Vice President, Commercial Banker -
Amerihome Mortgage Company, LLC
Pleasanton, California
Sales
Account Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Finance
Accounting
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$192k - $237k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Western Alliance Bank
Senior Vice President, Commercial Banker
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Western Alliance Bank
Added 3w ago
Senior Vice President, Commercial Banker
Western Alliance Bank
San Francisco, California
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Finance
Accounting
Customer Service & Support
Business Development
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$192k - $237k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Investment Banker Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Francisco
9 jobs
Los Angeles
3 jobs
Palo Alto
3 jobs
Beverly Hills
2 jobs
Irvine
1 jobs
La Jolla
1 jobs
La Mesa
1 jobs
Montecito
1 jobs
Pasadena
1 jobs

Investment Banker Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase
    JPMorganChase9
  • Citi
    Citi6
  • City National Bank
    City National Bank4
  • Western Alliance Bank
    Western Alliance Bank2
  • AmeriHome Mortgage Company
    AmeriHome Mortgage Company1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Banking & Financial Services18
  • Investment & Asset Management10
  • Fintech4
  • Construction & Real Estate1
  • Technology & Software1

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in investment banker jobs across California.

  • FINRA Series 79 and Series 63 registrations required for investment banking activities in California
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related quantitative field
  • Demonstrated financial modeling, valuation, and DCF analysis skills from prior experience or coursework
  • Prior investment banking, private equity, or corporate finance internship or analyst program experience preferred
  • Strong command of pitch book preparation, deal structuring, and client presentation delivery
  • CFA designation or active progress toward it is an advantage for senior and buy-side-facing roles

Investment Banker Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become an investment banker in California?

Most investment banking roles in California require at least a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting, followed by FINRA registration, specifically the Series 79 Investment Banking Representative exam and the Series 63 Uniform Securities Agent exam, both administered through FINRA rather than a California state board. California does not issue its own separate investment banking license, but candidates must register with FINRA and comply with applicable broker-dealer requirements. The clearest entry path runs through a top-ranked undergraduate program and a summer analyst internship at a bulge-bracket or boutique firm.

How much do investment bankers make in California?

Investment bankers in California earn a median of about $79,730 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $50,520 for the lowest 10% to over $197,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire investment bankers in California?

Employers hiring investment bankers in California right now include JPMorganChase, Citi, and City National Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's deep technology and venture-backed startup ecosystem means firms with dedicated tech M&A practices, particularly those active in Silicon Valley and the Bay Area, tend to post the most consistently.

Which California cities have the most investment banker jobs?

San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Palo Alto are the California cities with the most investment banker openings. San Francisco leads because of its concentration of technology-focused investment banks, venture capital firms, and IPO advisory practices in the Bay Area, while Los Angeles drives deal flow through entertainment, media, and real estate finance, and San Diego contributes through its life sciences and biotech M&A activity.

Are there remote investment banker jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. Investment banking is a client-facing, deal-intensive role that traditionally requires in-person presence for pitches, due diligence, and internal collaboration, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 4% of investment banker openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at the associate and VP levels for roles that are research-heavy or model-focused rather than client-facing.

How can I get hired as an investment banker in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a summer analyst or full-time analyst program at a bulge-bracket firm like Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, or Bank of America, all of which run structured two- to three-year analyst programs with California offices. Boutique firms in San Francisco and Los Angeles, including technology-focused advisories, frequently hire directly from nearby universities such as UC Berkeley, UCLA, and USC. Candidates coming from adjacent roles in corporate finance, Big Four transaction advisory, or equity research are well positioned for lateral analyst or associate moves. Completing the Series 79 exam before applying signals commitment and removes a hiring barrier.

Where can I find and apply to investment banker jobs in California?

You can find and apply to investment banker jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and seniority level and apply directly from the listing.

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