Experienced M&A Associate
About The Position
Harris Williams seeks to hire Experienced M&A Associates in the Richmond office across a number of groups: Business Services Energy, Power & Infrastructure Healthcare & Life Sciences Industrials Transportation & Logistics About Harris Williams We are a global investment bank specializing in M&A and private capital advisory services. Clients worldwide rely on us to help unlock value in their business and turn ambitious goals into reality. We approach every engagement with boundless collaboration, pooling expertise and relationships across industries, service offerings, and geographies. For over 30 years, our clients have trusted us to think strategically, execute precisely, and deliver premium outcomes to help them grow. 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. Meaningful impact from the start: As an experienced associate, you will have a high level of exposure to clients and senior bankers, who will place value in your ideas and unique perspective. Associates are responsible for driving work forward, in partnership with analysts. 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 a top priority. Experienced Associates joining us from other firms go through a robust training program, tailored specifically to their experience and background. All associates participate in the firm’s mentoring program, through which they are partnered with a senior banker to support long-term success and growth. Comprehensive compensation and benefits program : Highly competitive compensation, pension, 401(k) matching, and eligibility for performance bonus amongst many other robust benefits.
Requirements
- Prior Banking Experience – minimum of two (2) years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity required; 1+ year as a sell-side M&A Associate strongly preferred
- Quantitative Analysis – perform and synthesize the findings from complex analyses through financial modeling and the application of valuation methodologies
- Problem solving and presentation skills – identify trends in data and maturely articulate the impact of those patterns to various internal and external stakeholders, spoken and written
- Project Management – lead analytical work and oversee junior team workstreams in support of live deal execution and new business development
- 2+ years of relevant experience
- Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
- Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
- Willingness and ability to relocate to designated office location
- FINRA licensing: SIE Exam, Series 79, and Series 63 must be acquired within 90 days of hire
Nice To Haves
- 1+ year as a sell-side M&A Associate strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Associates are responsible for driving work forward, in partnership with analysts.
- Lead analytical work and oversee junior team workstreams in support of live deal execution and new business development
Benefits
- pension
- 401(k) matching
- 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; and years of service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
