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Investment Banking Analyst, GP Solutions High-profile deals, major growth, the right people behind you. Grow far at Baird. Since launching in late 2022, Baird’s Global GP Solutions Group has quickly set itself apart by delivering outstanding results and expanding its advisory footprint at an exceptional pace. This opportunity will provide exposure to one of the fastest-growing areas in private markets through the lens of a market leading platform. Learn more. Join a Team Leading Momentum in GP-Led Solutions Since launching in late 2022, Baird’s Global GP Solutions Group has quickly set itself apart by delivering outstanding results and expanding its advisory footprint at an exceptional pace. With 15 GP-led transactions closed since 2024 – representing more than $5 billion in total volume – you’ll gain exposure to one of the fastest-growing areas in private markets and work on deals that make an impact. Learn more. What You’ll Do Learn by doing and be trusted with meaningful work from the jump 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 You’ll Gain The kind of environment that turns early talent into lasting careers 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 It Takes We’re looking for people who want to go far, and go together A candidate energized by learning, teamwork, and real responsibility A proven academic record and a passion for finance (a finance degree is helpful, but not required) Drive, resilience, and a strong work ethic Ability to work independently and thrive in a collaborative setting Strong mathematical, writing, and verbal skills; relevant software proficiency Ability to obtain SIE and Series 79 licensing preferred Compensation and Benefits: $110,000 - $125,000 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 #LI-GIB2 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. Baird is an employee-owned, international financial services firm specializing in wealth management, capital markets, private equity and asset management. Our mission is straightforward. We strive “to provide the best financial advice and service to our clients and be the best place to work for all.” Our culture is like no other with extraordinary people who make Baird great for our clients and one another. Nationally recognized as a great place to work since 2004, we invite you to learn more about Baird, our culture and our people. 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.