Quantitative Analyst – Public Finance
Baird
full-time
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Location Type: Office
Location: Milwaukee • Minnesota, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $54,100 - $76,100 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Develop and evaluate financing scenarios and models using Excel and DBC, including financial forecasting, cash flow analysis, and bond sizing
- Collect and analyze relevant data to define objectives, identify key issues, and formulate well-supported recommendations
- Collaborate with internal colleagues (underwriters, investment bankers) and external stakeholders (issuers, financial advisors, bond counsel, bidders) to execute bond transactions effectively
- Perform financial calculations and revisions during bond pricings; ensure accuracy of final pricing, secure underwriter sign-off, and distribute schedules to internal teams
- Monitor market conditions and maintain a database of refunding opportunities; apply new financing and optimization strategies to meet client objectives
- Assist clients in evaluating financing options by researching and developing creative strategies that align with their unique goals; may require occasional travel and client meetings
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Math or Economics
- 0-5 years industry experience
- Series SIE, 50, 52, 63 licensed (or equivalent) or willingness to become licensed within 12 months
- Strong analytical and quantitative skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and deliver accurate results under pressure
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Bloomberg; familiarity with DBC Finance preferred
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage projects independently or in collaboration with a team
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build relationships across internal teams and with external partners
- Knowledge of fundamental investment concepts within the securities industry
- Self-motivated, with a demonstrated initiative to seek professional development and growth opportunities
Benefits
- Bonus potential up to 15% of base pay
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Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
financial forecastingcash flow analysisbond sizingfinancial calculationsdata analysismarket monitoringfinancing strategiesquantitative skillsattention to detailproject management
Soft skills
analytical skillsorganizational skillscommunication skillsrelationship buildingself-motivationinitiativecollaborationtime managementproblem-solvingadaptability
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in FinanceBachelor’s degree in AccountingBachelor’s degree in MathBachelor’s degree in EconomicsSeries SIESeries 50Series 52Series 63willingness to become licensedprofessional development certifications