Vice President - Strategic Advisory (Power, Utilities & Renewables)

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. Through PJT Park Hill, we also provide 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 is 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.

About the role

The Strategic Advisory group is one of the most experienced teams in the industry and has been involved in some of the largest, most complex transactions in recent years. Our global team focuses on a diverse set of industries, including technology, media & telecommunications, energy, oil & gas, power, utilities & renewables, industrials, consumer, healthcare, real estate, gaming, lodging, leisure, GP stakes, financial services, insurance, and fintech.

We are seeking candidates who possess knowledge of and interest in the power, utilities, and renewable energy industry, as this role will be specifically within PJT’s Power, Utilities & Renewables Group in Strategic Advisory.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating, structuring, and recommending financial and strategic alternatives, including the analysis of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic combinations, asset sales, and divestitures.
• Leading the day-to-day execution of transactions, including due diligence, valuation analysis, and the negotiating of contracts and other agreements; work with senior management and coordinate associate/analyst materials.
• Analyzing financial data and developments in financial markets important to the business of PJT Partners.
• Conducting research of targeted industries for investment purposes.
• 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 forecast 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 5 years of investment banking experience
• Strong background in finance/accounting
• Highly motivated, intelligent, and proven self-starter
• Excellent communication skills and demonstrated ability to write effectively
• Interests outside of work and a desire to work in a team environment

Pay

Expected annualized base salary of $250,000 to $300,000. This range represents the low and high ends of the expected annualized base salary for this position. The specific base salary received by any employee will be informed by a number of factors, including but not limited to, role level and scope, location, candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience.

Base salary is one component of PJT Partners’ compensation structure. In addition to base salary, PJT Partners’ compensation structure may include additional rewards, incentives, and benefits, including but not limited to, a discretionary bonus component.