Associate - Strategic Advisory (Power, Utilities & Renewables)

PJT Partners•New York, NY

1d•$200,000 - $250,000

About The Position

PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank. Our team of senior professionals delivers a wide array of strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring and special situations and private fund advisory and placement services to corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors and governments around the world. We offer a unique portfolio of advisory services designed to help our clients achieve their strategic objectives. We also provide, through PJT Park Hill, private fund advisory and fundraising services for alternative investment managers, including private equity funds, real estate funds and hedge funds. From the beginning, PJT Partners has firmly believed that having the best people is key to building an enduring franchise. Our perspective was, and remains, that a great team brings in both top tier clients and appeals to a wide-range of diverse, talented colleagues. Fostering an inclusive culture, which welcomes differing perspectives and beliefs, enables us to provide the best advice and insights to our clients. To learn more about PJT Partners, please visit our website at www.pjtpartners.com.

Requirements

2– 5 years of investment banking experience in a relevant field
Analytical and detail oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Self-motivated and proactive
Aptitude to work collaboratively in a team environment
Robust organizational and time management skills
Strong work ethic and ability to work well under pressure
Resume must be in PDF format

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of and interest in the power, utilities and renewable energy industry

Responsibilities

Evaluating, structuring, and recommending financial and strategic alternatives, including the analysis of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic combinations, asset sales and divestures.
Supporting day-to-day execution of transactions, including due diligence, valuation analysis and negotiating agreements; work with senior deal team members and coordinate the development and review of materials
Analyzing financial data and developments in financial markets important to the business of PJT Partners.
Conducting research of targeted industries to support strategic and financial alternatives analyses and investment opportunities.
Performing valuation analysis of prospective investment opportunities under consideration, including the assessment of financial risks.
Comparing a company’s financial data with other companies of the same industry, size and location to the forecast of industry trends.
Designing and developing quantitative models to assess the economic performance of targeted companies.
Preparing written analysis and evaluations of investment opportunities for use by PJT Partners management and review by clients.
Participating in both internal and external client meetings, negotiation of contracts and other agreements and due diligence sessions.