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The Pathway to Financial Advisor

Embark on a career as a Financial Advisor and empower clients to thrive through every stage of life.

Why you should become a Financial Advisor:

  • Positive impact: Help clients achieve financial goals and improve their quality of life.
  • Unlimited earning potential: Competitive salary, commissions, incentives and full benefits.
  • Strong support structure: Build your career with award-winning resources and a collaborative team.
  • Professional flexibility: Manage your clients, time, and future – your way
Our Programs

How can you become a Financial Advisor?

Financial Advisor Foundations Program: Professionals and Career-Changers

Located in Milwaukee and select branches, this two-year rotational program includes three phases of education and hands-on experience in Private Wealth Management. Participants gain practical skills in investment strategy, communication and sales, with the opportunity to join a wealth management team. The program prepares aspiring Financial Advisors to deliver personalized wealth management advice and build lasting client relationships.

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Financial Advisor Training Program (FATP)

Baird’s Financial Advisor Training Program is designed to help aspiring Financial Advisors build the skills and experience needed for long‑term success. The program blends education in financial planning, compliance and marketing with hands‑on learning, including real‑world role plays and practical exercises. Participants learn through a mix of self‑paced content, interactive workshops and live market discussions, while receiving regular feedback along the way. Progress is closely supported and tracked, and the Financial Advisor title is earned by demonstrating strong knowledge, real‑world readiness and the ability to grow lasting client relationships.

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Pathway to Financial Advisor

Financial Advisor in Training

  • Eau Claire, WI
  • Private Wealth Management
  • R2026477
  • On-Site
Testimonials

The voices of Baird.

“There’s no better time to be a woman in this industry. I believe there’s so much opportunity for us. Baird is working for us every day to make sure that we are successful. I’m grateful for Baird investing in me. Now, I want to go out and show them I was really worth it.”

“The Foundations Program allows future advisors to learn, network and hone their skills while providing value to current advisors and back-office departments.”

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