Investment Banking Associate, Defense & Government

Overview

Investment Banking Associate, Defense & Government

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated experienced Investment Banking Associate with at least two years of Investment Banking or equivalent experience to join our Defense & Government team in Tysons Corner, VA. Baird’s 20+ person dedicated Defense & Government team is recognized as a leading M&A advisor to the sector. Since 2021, the team has advised on 60 transactions totaling over $28 billion in transaction value.

• 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

• 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

• At least one year of full-time experience in a solution-focused financial or quantitative 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

• $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

Locations:
Tysons Corner, VA

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