Industrials and Consumer Associate - Investment Banking

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BairdAs a Baird Investment Banker, you will work alongside prominent growth companies and investors on high-profile and thrilling transactions offering the opportunity to gain valuable insights into various products, sectors, and categories. As a privately held, employee-owned firm, we prioritize our clients’ long-term success and invest heavily in our people.We are seeking an Investment Banking MandA Associate in our Industrial and Consumer sectors to help support strong growth in the practice. This position offers flexibility with 3 days per week in our London office and 2 days remote.Responsibilities

Providing quantitative, qualitative and analytical support and analysis for mergers and acquisitions and other financial advisory services to clients across a variety of industries.Preparing company valuations, financial models and client presentations.Due diligence, project management, document processing and financial/statistical analysis.Depending on experience, Associates can range from No.2 to No.4 on advisory teams.Associates may be assigned specific departmental responsibilities, including in relation to business development activities.What You’ll Bring to Baird

Financial Acumen: Strong command of accounting principles and advanced financial modeling capabilities.Analytical Rigor: Proven ability to conduct detailed financial analysis and synthesize insights.Communication Skills: Skilled in crafting compelling presentations and written materials for internal and external audiences.Project Leadership: Experience managing complex workstreams and meeting tight deadlines across multiple engagements.Strategic Growth Areas

Commercial Judgment: Ability to assess opportunities and risks with a strategic lens.Deal Execution: Hands-on experience supporting transaction processes, including diligence, documentation, and client coordination.Presentation Delivery: Confidence in presenting to senior stakeholders and clients.Negotiation and Influence: Exposure to deal structuring and negotiation dynamics.Team Development: Experience mentoring analysts and managing output quality.Client Engagement: Building and sustaining trusted relationships with clients.Regulatory Insight: Familiarity with legal frameworks such as the Listing Rules and Blue Book.Market Awareness: Understanding of capital markets and macroeconomic trends.Stock Market and general economic awarenessOne Of The Following Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA of 2.5 (or equivalent).Qualified Accountant or Lawyer.MBA graduate.1+ years’ experience in an Associate or equivalent role within an investment bank or relevant industry.During your employment, you must comply with the FCA rules and guidance including but not limited to the FCA’s Conduct Rules.Seniority level

Entry levelEmployment type

Full-timeJob function

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