Investment Banking Vice President, Consumer

Baird•Chicago, IL

1d•$250,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Baird is a leading global investment bank with more than 540 banking associates, offering corporations, entrepreneurs, private equity and other financial sponsors a broad range of advisory and financing solutions. Since 2021, Baird has completed over 800 advisory transactions, representing $396 billion in transaction value, and 343 financings, raising over $150 billion. Committed to being a great workplace, Baird ranked No.13 on the 2025 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list – its 22nd consecutive year on the list. What You’ll Do: Assist senior bankers in the business development effort. Lead transaction execution teams. Work on a variety of domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, equity financings (IPO, Follow-On, Private Placement, Growth Equity), and other financial advisory services. What You’ll Gain: Work closely with client management and C-Suite executive team through M&A process. 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.

Requirements

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 have at least 3 years of prior investment banking experience and the proven ability to lead the execution effort on a variety of complex capital markets and M&A transactions.
Candidates must also display excellent client relationship skills and an ability to learn in a solution-focused environment.
Prior investment banking experience is required.

Nice To Haves

An MBA or JD degree is preferred.
SIE, Series 63 & 79 licenses preferred or the ability to quickly obtain.

Responsibilities

Assist senior bankers in the business development effort.
Lead transaction execution teams.
Work on a variety of domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, equity financings (IPO, Follow-On, Private Placement, Growth Equity), and other financial advisory services.