Investment Banking Associate - Industrial
Baird is a leading global investment bank recognized for its extensive advisory and financing solutions. The Investment Banking Associate will play a key role in executing public equity offerings and mergers and acquisitions, while working closely with senior bankers and clients to drive strategic financial advisory services.
Responsibilities
- Play a lead role in executing public equity offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic financial advisory services across a range of sectors
- Drive the preparation of company valuations, financial models, marketing materials, and client presentations
- Contribute to business development efforts through research and analysis
- Work directly with senior bankers and client executives, gaining insight into leadership-level decision-making
- Oversee deal execution by directing analysts in their use of AI platforms like Rogo for due diligence and research, while using tools like Power BI to synthesize complex data into strategic advice for clients
Skills
- At least one year of full-time experience in an Investment Banking Associate or equivalent role
- 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
- Experience with AI tools such as Rogo, CoPilot, and auxi
- Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar
Benefits
- Protected Friday night and Saturdays
- Periodic sabbaticals during career
- Shareholder opportunities
- Mandatory paid time off (PTO)
- Robust 401k match and profit-sharing contribution
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