Jackie Cleary
About Jackie Cleary
Jackie Cleary is the Head of Financial Institutions Investment Banking at Jefferies, with previous experience at Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Westpac.
Head of Financial Institutions Investment Banking at Jefferies
Jackie Cleary currently works as the Head of Financial Institutions Investment Banking at Jefferies since 2021. Based in Australia, Jackie leads investment banking efforts focused on financial institutions. Jefferies is known for its extensive financial services, and Jackie’s role is crucial in managing and advising on large-scale investment banking deals within the sector.
Former Managing Director at Bank of America Merrill Lynch
Jackie Cleary previously served as Managing Director at Bank of America Merrill Lynch from 2007 to 2021. In this role, Jackie was based in New York and was responsible for senior-level management duties, including overseeing key investment banking operations and high-profile client engagements. The role spanned 14 years, contributing significantly to the firm's investment banking division.
Vice President Role at Westpac
Before joining Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Jackie Cleary was Vice President at Westpac from 2003 to 2007. This position involved significant responsibilities in both New York, USA, and Sydney, Australia. During this 4-year period, Jackie played a central role in managing financial strategies and initiatives that drove the institution's investment banking and financial services.
Education and Finance Expertise
Jackie Cleary studied at the University of Technology Sydney, obtaining a Bachelor of Business degree with a focus on Finance. This foundational education equipped Jackie with the essential knowledge and skills needed to excel in the financial sector, supporting a career marked by key roles in major financial institutions globally.