Experienced M&A Analyst - Transportation & Logistics

Harris Williams & Co • Richmond, VA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Harris Williams is hiring an Experienced Analyst for our Richmond Transportation & Logistics team. In order to be considered, you must complete all requirements listed below.

Why Harris Williams
We are ambitious in our goals and steadfast in the belief that clients deserve our very best. We invest in world-class, team-oriented individuals who are smart, driven, and principled – those who are eager to be part of something bigger than themselves. When you join Harris Williams, you are welcomed into a collegial environment where every individual has the opportunity to make an impact. Meaningful impact from the start: As an analyst, you have a high level of exposure to clients and senior bankers, representing the firm throughout the entire client engagement. Diverse projects : Beyond client work, this role will expand your professional experience through recruiting initiatives, mentorship programing, efforts to generate new client engagements, and more. Collaborative work environment : Our goal is to unlock value in great businesses, and it starts by unlocking greatness in each other. We value a range of backgrounds and expertise, and we know our work is better when our teams inspire every individual to confidently contribute. Professional development : Your professional development is our top priority. New analysts and associates convene in our Richmond headquarters for a robust training program designed to build relationships, provide baseline knowledge of M&A, and prepare you for your first client engagement. This initial program is just the beginning of an extensive learning experience. Comprehensive compensation and benefits program : Highly competitive compensation, pension, 401(k) matching, and eligibility for performance bonus amongst many other robust benefits.

What We Look For
Harris Williams hires individuals who are motivated by challenge, demonstrated through academic performance combined with involvement outside the classroom, which can include: participation in sports, student led organizations, or work experience while completing a degree. No specific academic major is required; however, the following skillsets are desired: Excel – Understanding of formulas, data validation, macros, tables, conditional formatting Accounting – Working understanding of how the income statement, cash flow statement and balance sheet connect and willingness to deepen subject matter expertise over time Problem solving – Able to identify trends in data and articulate the impact of those patterns

What Makes a Harris Williams Analyst
Our most successful analysts… Approach all tasks with humility, collegiality and enthusiasm together with teammates View challenging tasks as opportunities for growth Share ideas and credit among peers and teammates Learn from mentors Are curious self-starters Exhaust available resources before asking senior deal team members for guidance Ask questions and offer creative suggestions as you grow into the role Are responsive This is an “on-call”, in-office role Answer emails and calls quickly Clarify deadlines as needed Find moments of levity even when working long hours Stay aligned with your team on active workstreams and upcoming tasks Take pride in your work product Quality check your work and the work of your teammates to ensure accuracy before handing up the chain Seek feedback from your teammates/peers during and after key deliverable completion Ask “What’s next?” and work ahead instead of waiting for direction from your team Articulate thoughts and ideas to your teammates on day 1, both verbally and in writing As you gain confidence through experience, speak up during internal (Harris Williams deal team/colleagues) and external (client/C-suite facing) discussions, as directed by your deal team

Requirements

• Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Eligible candidates should hold a Bachelors degree and have 1+ years' experience in M&A or a directly related field.
• Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher as a prerequisite
• Submit your cover letter and resume ( You must combine your resume with your cover letter into one PDF and upload to the "Resume" section ). Your application will not be considered if you do not submit all materials.
• Complete a profile with Suited which will cover your academic background, prior work experience, employment preferences, and ask a series of suitability questions. Your Suited score will be considered as a data point in addition to your resume, interactions with the firm, etc.
• Excel – Understanding of formulas, data validation, macros, tables, conditional formatting
• Accounting – Working understanding of how the income statement, cash flow statement and balance sheet connect and willingness to deepen subject matter expertise over time
• Problem solving – Able to identify trends in data and articulate the impact of those patterns

Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation
• pension
• 401(k) matching
• eligibility for performance bonus
• medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature)
• dental and vision options
• employee and spouse/child life insurance
• short and long-term disability protection
• 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans
• dependent care reimbursement account
• back-up child/elder care
• adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
• educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
• a robust wellness program with financial incentives
• maternity and/or parental leave
• up to 11 paid holidays each year
• 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law
• between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level
• years of service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level