Investment Banking Associate, Industrial (Charlotte, NC)

Investment Banking Associate, Industrials (Charlotte, NC) Baird is a leading global investment bank with more than 545 banking associates across the world. We provide corporations, entrepreneurs, private equity and other financial sponsors with in-depth market knowledge and a broad range of advisory and financing solutions. Since 2020, Baird has completed nearly 760 advisory transactions, representing $353 billion in transaction value, and 391 financings, raising over $163 billion. Committed to being a great place to work, Baird has been recognized as a Great Place to work since 2004. Our global team ranks as one of the leading Industrial M&A advisors among all investment banks. With significant resources committed in the United States and Europe, our Industrial team’s global investment banking and financial sponsor coverage platform provides an extensive network of relationships among active Industrial strategic buyers and investors around the world. Baird’s Global Industrial platform includes over 100 investment bankers, who have completed over 280 M&A and financing transactions since 2020. Complex deals, real ownership, and career momentum. Grow further at Baird. Baird is where investment banking careers gain real traction. Associates take on meaningful responsibility, work closely with senior bankers and clients, and grow in a culture that values performance, collaboration, and long-term success. What You’ll Do Responsibility that shapes your skill. Work that deepens your impact. 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 What You’ll Gain A team that runs on trust, momentum, and shared values Build strong relationships with client leadership and C-suite executives through active involvement in complex M&A transactions Take on greater ownership through lean deal teams that offer more responsibility Navigate clear paths for progression with mentorship, visibility, and real opportunity Advance alongside elite, high-performing peers who hold each other to a high standard Collaborate across Baird’s global investment banking platform—500+ banking associates working together to drive results across geographies, sectors, and specialties Grow in a culture that values diverse perspectives, welcomes ambition, and builds success through collaboration and shared purpose What It Takes We’re looking for people ready to lead with focus and integrity 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 is preferred. Familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar Compensation and Benefits: $175,000 - $200,000 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 Baird is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status. Note to External Recruiters / Search Firms: Baird does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not compensate for any placement resulting from such submissions. Any unsolicited resumes received will not be treated as valid applications. 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. Apply tot his job