Investment Banking Analyst - Defense & Government (Tysons Corner, VA)

Investment Banking Analyst

Baird is a leading global investment bank with more than 400 banking professionals in the U.S., Europe and Asia. We provide corporations, entrepreneurs, private equity and venture capital firms with in-depth market knowledge and extensive experience in merger and acquisition, restructuring, debt advisory and equity financing transactions. Since 2017, Baird has completed more than 700 advisory transactions, representing nearly $255 billion in transaction value, and nearly 500 financings, raising $195 billion. Committed to being a great workplace, Baird ranked No. 34 on the 2024 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list – its 21st consecutive year on the list.  

We are seeking a highly motivated experienced Investment Banking Analyst with at least one year of Investment Banking, Corporate Development, Consulting, or equivalent experience to join our Government & Defense team in Tysons Corner, VA.

As an Investment Banking Analyst, you will: 

• Play an integral role on investment banking teams, providing analytical support primarily for sell-side mergers and acquisitions, as well as occasional buy-side mandates, public equity offerings, and other financial advisory services for clients across the Government & Defense sector.

• Assist in the preparation of company valuations, financial models, company marketing documents and client presentations in addition to performing research and various analyses in support of new business generation. 

• Hone your skills by working closely with senior bankers and client senior management on a variety of transactions.

• Work primarily on domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, with clients including Fortune 1000 companies, private equity groups, and founder-run businesses.

What makes this opportunity great:

• Gain relevant experience in all areas of a transaction, from preparation of marketing materials to facilitation of due diligence. 

• Achieve professional development and advance your career through lean deal teams which provide greater responsibility and daily interaction with senior bankers. 

• Unique culture that values diverse backgrounds and perspectives while emphasizing respectful teamwork and a strong sense of partnership. 

 What we look for:  

• Candidates with experience working in a solution-focused environment who can hit the ground running. 

• 12-24 months of full-time work experience (Investment banking preferred).

• Candidates must have a proven academic record and a passion for Finance. 

• The ideal candidate will have:  

  • An enduring work ethic and track record of success.  

  • The ability to function equally well in both a team setting and on a self-directed basis.  

  • Excellent mathematical, writing, verbal and computer skills.  

  • SIE and Series 79 licensing preferred or the ability to quickly obtain. 

The Baird Difference 

In addition to a strong culture that is focused on health and well-being, our organization offers competitive total compensation packages and unique benefits including:  

• Protected Friday night and Saturdays  

• Periodic Sabbaticals during career  

• Shareholder opportunities   

• Mandatory paid time off (PTO) 

• Robust 401k match and profit-sharing contribution  

Learn more about Baird’s unique additional benefits here  

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