Investment Banking Analyst, GP Solutions

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, representing nearly $255 billion in transaction value, and nearly 500 financings, raising $195 billion. Committed to being a great place to work, Baird has been recognized as a Great Place to work since 2004.

The Baird GP Solutions Group collaborates with Baird’s sector and product teams to advise sponsor clients on private secondary market transactions, ranging from single and multi-asset continuation funds, tender offers and strip sales to bespoke financings including NAV-based loans and fund-level preferred equity financings.

As an Investment Banking Analyst on the GP Solutions team, you will:

• Assist in the preparation of financial models, company marketing materials and client presentations.
  
• Manage investors throughout the capital raise process including by helping to facilitate their diligence.
  
• Perform research and various analyses in support of thematic publications and new business generation.
  
• Gain exposure to live GP-led transaction deal activity.
  
• Work closely with mid-level and senior management to support execution of GP-led secondary transactions for key financial sponsor relationships.
  
• Hone your skills by working closely with sponsor clients, secondary investors and Baird’s sector and product teams on a variety of GP-led transactions.
  

What makes this opportunity great:

• Gain relevant experience in all areas of GP-led secondary transaction origination and execution.
  
• Work alongside a team with a deep experience and a strong market reputation that is focused on developing a market leading platform.
  
• Achieve professional development through being a direct contributor on lean deal teams and having the ability to interact daily with senior bankers.
  
• Unique culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing teamwork and a strong sense of partnership and accountability.
  

What we look for:

• 6+ months of full-time work experience in investment banking, private equity or a related field (experience in private equity secondary transactions preferred).
  
• Experience with financial modeling and strong technical skillset.
  
• Ability to think critically to solve complex problems that involve multiple stakeholders with varying objectives.
  
• Candidates must have a proven academic record and a passion for finance.
  
• Baird values superior intellect demonstrated leadership ability, attention to detail, effective team play and a commitment to excellence.
  
• Candidates must display proven analytical skills and an ability to quickly learn in a solution-focused environment.
  
• Ability to function equally well in both a team setting and on a self-directed basis.
  
• Possess a strong work ethic and record of excellence.
  
• Excellent mathematical, writing, verbal and computer skills.
  
• Series 63 & 79 licensing preferred or the ability to quickly obtain.
  

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:

• Hybrid work schedule
  
• 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:

• Min: $110,000 - $125,000 Max Annual Salary
  
• Bonus Eligible
  

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

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.