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Join Baird's Global Investment Banking (GIB) team as a Knowledge Services Operations Assistant, where you'll play a key role in helping investment bankers access the research, market intelligence, and data they need to serve clients and execute transactions. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine operations, technology, research support, and data management within a fast-paced investment banking environment.
This is an excellent growth opportunity for someone who is highly organized, intellectually curious, and interested in building a career in research, knowledge management, or financial services. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to your development, providing hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to leading research platforms, market data resources, and emerging AI-driven tools.
At Baird, you'll be empowered to take ownership, continuously learn, and make a visible impact on a team that supports bankers across the globe. We offer a collaborative hybrid work environment, with in-office collaboration Tuesday through Thursday and remote work Monday and Friday, subject to business needs.
Join Baird's Global Investment Banking (GIB) team as a Knowledge Services Operations Assistant, where you'll play a key role in helping investment bankers access the research, market intelligence, and data they need to serve clients and execute transactions. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine operations, technology, research support, and data management within a fast-paced investment banking environment.
This is an excellent growth opportunity for someone who is highly organized, intellectually curious, and interested in building a career in research, knowledge management, or financial services. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to your development, providing hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to leading research platforms, market data resources, and emerging AI-driven tools.
At Baird, you'll be empowered to take ownership, continuously learn, and make a visible impact on a team that supports bankers across the globe. We offer a collaborative hybrid work environment, with in-office collaboration Tuesday through Thursday and remote work Monday and Friday, subject to business needs.
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Bachelor’s degree preferred; minimum 2 years of relevant experience, with investment banking or financial services experience strongly preferred
Prior experience in library sciences, research support or knowledge management is a plus
Advanced Excel skills and strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Exceptionally organized — consistent, accurate, and able to prioritize and meet deadlines
Not afraid of technology — a proactive self-starter who learns new platforms quickly; exposure to AI tools (Copilot, ChatGPT) and CRM platforms like Salesforce is a bonus
Intellectually curious — energized by learning new tools, data sources, and better ways to work
Detail-oriented, a strong communicator, and a flexible team player able to thrive under peak workloads
Privately held, employee-owned financial firm serving clients with wealth management, investment banking, asset management and capital markets.
Visit company websiteJobs and hiring trendsUSD 25-33 hourly / hour
Full-time
Entry · 2+ years experience
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