Investment Banking Associate, GP Solutions

Complex deals, real ownership, and career momentum. Grow further at Baird.

Baird is where investment banking careers gain real traction. Associates take on meaningful responsibility, work closely with senior bankers and clients, and grow in a culture that values performance, collaboration, and long-term success.

What You'll Do:

Responsibility that shapes your skill. Work that deepens your impact.

• Work closely with senior management and will be charged with executing and contributing to the investment banking presence in GP Solutions.

• Provide the support to build a meaningful franchise in the sector, with a focus in Secondary Advisory.

• Establish and maintain strategic dialogues with existing and potential clients, providing financial advice and solutions to problems

• Foresee where the business development opportunities exist.

• Hone your skills by working closely with senior bankers and client senior management on a variety of transactions.

What You'll Gain:

A team that runs on trust, momentum, and shared values

• Build strong relationships with client leadership and C-suite executives through active involvement in complex transactions

• Take on greater ownership through lean deal teams that offer more responsibility

• Navigate clear paths for progression with mentorship, visibility, and real opportunity

• Advance alongside elite, high-performing peers who hold each other to a high standard

• Collaborate across Baird's global investment banking platform-500+ banking associates working together to drive results across geographies, sectors, and specialties

• Grow in a culture that values diverse perspectives, welcomes ambition, and builds success through collaboration and shared purpose

What It Takes:

We're looking for people ready to lead with focus and integrity

• Candidates must have at least three years of experience working on a team of investment bankers with a focus on GP Solutions.

• Deep knowledge of Secondary Advisory and demonstrated ability to effectively execute complex transactions in Secondary Advisory.

• Proven strength in originating, structuring, and executing complex merger and acquisition transactions highly preferred

• Proven academic credentials, including an advanced degree such as an MBA or J.D. is preferred.

• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a track record of delivering results

• Clear communication, strong leadership, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, high-performing team

• Intellectual agility, initiative, and the drive to grow in a fast-paced, client-focused environment

Compensation and Benefits:

• $175,000 - $200,000 annual salary with bonus potential

• Compensation and bonus are commensurate with experience, performance and/or GIB profitability

• In addition to a strong culture that is focused on health and well-being, our organization offers competitive total compensation packages and comprehensive benefits including: protected Friday night and Saturdays, periodic sabbaticals during career, shareholder opportunities, mandatory paid time off (PTO) and robust 401k match and profit-sharing contribution

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.