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. 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.
What You’ll Do
- Assist senior bankers in the business development effort.
- Build relationships and maintain day-to-day contact with clients, prospects, and advisors.
- Lead transaction execution teams.
- Work closely with senior management and will be charged with executing and contributing to the investment banking presence in GP-led secondaries advisory.
- 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
- Work closely with client management and C-Suite executive team and partner-level private equity professionals.
- Work closely with senior bankers to have direct impact on the deal process.
- Unique culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing teamwork and a strong sense of partnership.
What It Takes
- Candidates must have at least five 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.
- Candidate attributes the Baird values that include superior intellect, demonstrated leadership ability, attention to detail, ability to work in teams and a commitment to excellence.
- Candidates must also display excellent client relationship skills and an ability to learn in a solution-focused environment.
- Prior investment banking experience is required. An MBA or JD degree is preferred.
- SIE, Series 63 & 79 licenses preferred or the ability to quickly obtain.
Compensation And Benefits
- $250,000 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
