Investment Banking Analyst, GP Solutions

Baird•New York, NY

About The Position

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. High-profile deals, major growth, the right people behind you. Grow far at Baird. Baird offers a different kind of start to a career in investment banking, built on high-performing teams and a culture that supports your growth. Here, you’ll build skills through real transactions, close collaboration with peers and mentors, and a culture focused on shared success.

Requirements

12–24 months of full-time work experience (investment banking preferred)
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
SIE and Series 79 licensing preferred (or the ability to obtain them quickly)
Experience with AI tools such as Rogo, CoPilot, and auxi is preferred
Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar

Nice To Haves

A candidate energized by learning, teamwork, and real responsibility

Responsibilities

Learn by doing and be trusted with meaningful work from the jump
Work with your team to prepare company valuations, build financial models, and create marketing materials
Contribute to business development efforts through research, analysis, and preparation for client meetings and pitches
Manage investors throughout the capital raise process including by helping to facilitate their diligence
Work side-by-side with both junior and senior investment bankers, gaining hands-on experience across every stage of a deal
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
Gain exposure to live GP-led transaction deal activity
Use AI tools like Rogo and auxi to streamline the creation of pitch books and models, and employ data visualization software like Power BI to generate data-driven insights and reports for client materials