Associate - Strategic Advisory (Industrials)

PJT Partners•New York, NY

3d•$200,000 - $250,000

About The Position

PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank providing strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring and special situations, and private fund advisory and placement services. The Associate role is within the Industrials sector of the Strategic Advisory group, which serves clients across a broad range of industries and works on complex transactions. The position involves evaluating financial and strategic alternatives, supporting transaction execution, conducting industry and company analysis, and preparing materials and recommendations for PJT Partners management and clients. Candidates should have knowledge of and interest in the broader Industrials industry.

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in a relevant field, or experience in an Industrials group at a bulge bracket or boutique advisory firm.
Analytical and detail-oriented, with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated and proactive.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Robust organizational and time-management skills.
Strong work ethic and ability to work well under pressure.
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Responsibilities

Evaluate, structure, and recommend financial and strategic alternatives, including mergers, acquisitions, other strategic combinations, asset sales, and divestitures.
Support day-to-day transaction execution, including due diligence, valuation analysis, and negotiating agreements; work with senior deal team members and coordinate the development and review of materials.
Analyze financial data and developments in financial markets that are important to PJT Partners’ business.
Research targeted industries to support analyses of strategic and financial alternatives and investment opportunities.
Perform valuation analysis of prospective investment opportunities, including assessment of financial risks.
Compare companies’ financial data with those of other companies of similar industry, size, and location, and with forecasts of industry trends.
Design and develop quantitative models to assess the economic performance of targeted companies.
Prepare written analyses and evaluations of investment opportunities for PJT Partners management and client review.
Participate in internal and external client meetings, contract and agreement negotiations, and due diligence sessions.