Job Posting Template About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated support professional to join our Global Investment Banking team as part of the Global ARC. This role provides critical administrative and operational support to investment banking professionals while offering exposure to a fast‑paced, high‑impact environment. As a Global ARC Associate (AAIII or EA), you will play a key role in supporting deal activity, managing complex requests, and strengthening internal and external relationships. Baird is proud to be a Fortune Best Place to Work for over 20 consecutive years, offering high‑touch mentoring, robust learning opportunities, and long‑term career paths within a collaborative and inclusive culture. This position allows working from home. We provide the necessary equipment, collaboration tools and resources to ensure a productive remote work environment. Second shift availability strongly preferred. The Impact You’ll Make - Provide day‑to‑day administrative and operational support to a team of junior investment banking professionals - Arrange and manage domestic and international travel, ensuring compliance with firm policies - Prepare, process, and track expense reports with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail - Maintain data integrity through precise system entries and routine data clean‑ups - Manage complex calendars and competing priorities while maintaining organizational excellence - Serve on a rotational intake schedule to accept, log, and enter new job tickets - Act on behalf of bankers to initiate and monitor IT or HR requests - Manage a high volume of incoming requests while maintaining operational efficiency - Liaise with Hospitality and Conference Services to coordinate internal and external meetings and events - Provide coverage for ARC and onsite assistants during planned and unplanned absences - Communicate effectively with ARC leadership, onsite support staff, and bankers via email, Teams, and Zoom - Participate in ARC All‑Hands meetings, 1:1s, and performance conversations to support engagement and development What You’ll Bring to Baird - High school diploma or equivalent required - 1–5 years of executive or administrative assistant experience (financial services experience preferred) - Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint - Experience with travel and expense systems (Concur preferred) - Familiarity with CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred) - Experience using ticketing systems (Engage preferred) - Experience with AI scheduling tools (preferred) - Strong written and verbal communication skills - High attention to detail with strong organizational and problem‑solving abilities - Ability to adapt quickly and thrive in a high‑energy, results‑driven environment - Collaborative mindset with strong judgment and learning agility Compensation and Benefits: - $60-80k, non-exempt, hourly role. - Bonus potential of up to 8.5% of base salary with upward potential as experience increases with the team - You’ll have the opportunity to advance your career while enjoying our comprehensive benefits designed for your life, career and future. *Compensation and bonus are commensurate with experience, performance, and/or office profitability #LI-RE1 Baird is committed to diversity and provides employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, military service, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Role Description The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and strategic support to the Chief Executive Officer. The role manages complex scheduling, prepares executive-level materials, and facilitates communication with the Executive Team, Board of Directors, donors, and key external stakeholders. This position requires exceptional organizational skills, strong judgment, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Duties and Responsibilities - Executive Support - Maintain organized systems and consistent processes for managing the CEO’s schedule, communications, and key commitments while adapting quickly to changing priorities. - Proactively manage follow-up tasks, communications, and logistics related to the CEO’s priorities. - Manage the CEO’s calendar, prioritizing meetings, travel, and commitments. - Prepare and organize briefing materials, reports, presentations, and correspondence for internal and external meetings. - Coordinate domestic and international travel, including hotel booking, itineraries, visas, transport, and expense reporting. - Draft, edit, and manage high-level communications on behalf of the CEO. - Serve as a trusted liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders. - Executive Team Coordination - Coordinate Executive Team meetings including scheduling, agenda preparation, and follow-up on action items. - Support cross-departmental communication and ensure alignment of priorities across leadership. - Assist in tracking strategic initiatives and leadership priorities. - Board of Directors Support - Manage logistics for Board and committee meetings (in person and virtual). - Event planning and logistical support for in-person board gatherings. - Maintain Board records, governance documents, and meeting minutes. - Coordinate communication between the CEO, Board members, and committees. - Support the preparation of board reports, presentations, and governance documentation. - Project & Administrative Management - Assist with the planning and execution of special events as assigned. - Manage special projects on behalf of the CEO, including research, coordination, and follow-through. - Track key initiatives and ensure deadlines and commitments are met. - Maintain confidential files and organizational records. - Identify opportunities to improve administrative systems and processes within the Executive Office. Qualifications - Exceptional organizational skills. - Strong judgment and discretion. - Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Requirements - Experience in high-level administrative support. - Proficiency in managing complex schedules and communications. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. Benefits - Competitive salary range: $61,400 to $76,700. - Flexible work location: Chicago, IL or United States (Remote).

• Support executives in daily operations • Manage schedules and coordinate meetings • Handle administrative tasks and maintain documentation • Assist with project management and workflow processes • Collaborate with various teams to achieve operational goals • Provide input and recommendations for operational improvements

• An Executive Assistant performs multiple tasks, with a strong focus on organizational duties • Handles processing travel, training orders, and other office-related tasks supervised by management • Separating mail, completing forms for ordering office supplies • Preparing conference rooms and greeting clients as needed • Regularly communicating with staff to procure needed items • Carries out recurring office procedures independently • Refers calls and visitors to appropriate staff • Arranges meeting rooms and schedules meetings • Maintains office files and schedules tentative appointments • Makes arrangements for conferences and meetings and assembles established background materials • Submits requests into various CDC based systems • Refers non-routine requests to appropriate CDC managers or staff • Screens mail and requisitions supplies, printing, maintenance, or other services • Develops, prepares, and delivers communications to the division.