Investment Banking Analyst (2026 Full-Time Class)
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Job Description
Investment Banking Analyst
Baird is a leading global investment bank with more than 400 banking professionals in the U.S., Europe and Asia. We provide corporations, entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital firms with in-depth market knowledge and extensive experience in merger and acquisition, restructuring, debt advisory and equity financing transactions. Since 2017, Baird has completed more than 700 advisory transactions, representingnearly $255 billion in transaction value, and nearly 500 financings, raising $195 billion. Committed to being a great workplace, Baird ranked No. 23 on the 2023 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list – its 20th consecutive yearon the list.
As an Investment Banking Analyst, you will:
Play an integral role on investment banking teams, providing analytical support on mergers and acquisitions, public offerings and other financial advisory services for our clients.
Assist in the preparation of company valuations, financial models, company marketing documents and client presentations in addition to performing research and various analyses in support of new business generation.
Develop your skills through broad exposure of working closely with both junior and senior bankers.
What makes this great?
Gain relevant experience in all areas of a transaction, from preparation of marketing materials to facilitation of due diligence.
Unique culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing respectful teamwork and a strong sense of partnership.
Achieve professional development and advance your career through lean deal teams which provide greater responsibility and daily interaction with senior bankers.
What we look for:
Candidates with experience working in a solution-focused environment who can hit the ground running.
Candidates must have a proven academic record and apassionfor Finance.
The ideal candidate will have:
An enduring work ethic and track record of success.
The ability to function equally well in both a team setting and on a self-directed basis.
Excellent mathematical, writing, verbal and computer skills.
The Baird Difference
In addition to a strong culture that is focused on health and well-being, our organization offers competitive total compensation packages and unique benefits including:
Protected Friday night and Saturdays
Periodic Sabbaticals during career
Shareholder opportunities
Mandatory paid time off (PTO)
Robust 401k match and profit-sharing contribution
Learn more about Baird’s unique additional benefits here
Additional Details:
Compensation Information:
$110,000 Annual Salary
Bonus Eligible
*Compensation and bonus are commensurate with experience, performance and/or GIB profitability
Baird is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.
Commitment to Inclusion & Diversity
Baird is committed to inclusion & diversity for our clients, our associates and the communities where we live and work. This commitment stems from our culture of integrity, genuine concern for others and respect for the individual. We view inclusion & diversity as an ongoing journey – one of shared responsibility, continuous improvement and a focus on progress. We invite you to join us as we work together to foster an environment where diversity unites rather than divides us. Learn more here.
Baird is committed to diversity and provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.
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