2017 Employer Profile
No.
16, Midsize
Baird
http://www.rwbaird.com
Why you want to work there
A strong partnership between IT and the business shapes the work experience at this Milwaukee-based wealth management, capital markets, asset management and private equity firm. Senior business managers attend IT team meetings to explain how their technology requests will drive business performance, thereby deepening IT's commitment and motivation. Monthly cultural events like Diwali and Cinco de Mayo celebrations help promote an atmosphere of inclusion and diversity, while contests, picnics and volunteer outings promote a fun, collaborative work environment.
Employee Statistics
Total U.S.-based employees: 3,268
Total U.S.-based IT employees: 211
IT employee turnover in 2016: 5%
IT promotions in 2016: 11%
Training
Training days offered per IT employee in 2016: No set maximum
Training budget per IT employee in 2016: $1,769
PTO and Healthcare
Days of paid time off after one year of service: 18
Days of paid time off after 10 years of service: 25
Percentage of employee health insurance premium paid by employer: 75%