Financial Sponsor Coverage Analyst
Financial Sponsor Coverage Analyst
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Job Description
Why Harris Williams
We areambitious in our goals andsteadfast in the belief that clientsdeserve our very best. We invest inworldclass teamoriented individuals who are smart driven and principled those whoare eager to be part of something bigger than themselves. When you join Harris Williamsyou are welcomed intoa collegial environment where every individualhas the opportunity tomake an impact.
Harris Williams (HW) seeks an Analyst to join the Sponsor Coverage Team located in the Richmond VA office.
Role
The Sponsor Coverage Analyst develops critical insights and analyses in support of senior Sponsor Coverage bankers and private equity (PE) client strategies.
Meaningful impact from the start: Analyze and manage HW proprietary data analyses including buyer performance and behavior valuation trends and observations process dynamics pitch activity etc. and assist in funneling insights to both Sponsor Coverage and HW deal teams in preparation for client meetings
Diverse projects: Track private equity industry trends and broader macroeconomic data to inform HWs market insights. Leverage Excel and PowerPoint to prepare ad hoc analysis and clientready materials including peer comparison analyses deal history relationship updates and qualitative insights in support of client meetings and origination activities.
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. In this role you will collaborate with senior Sponsor Coverage bankers and HW Industry Group bankers to drive highly strategic targeted and efficient lead pursuit. You will also partner closely with HWs data services and technology teams to help optimize and inform ongoing development of key reports as well as ad hoc projects and firm analyses in support of HW firm leadership
Professional development: Your professional development is our top priority. You will participate in a robust training program designed to build relationships provide baseline knowledge of M&A and prepare you for your role in the Sponsor Coverage Group. This initial training 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
PowerPoint Slide creation & design
Data Analysis Sorting data to identify key trends
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 selfstarters
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 oncall inoffice 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 Whats 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/Csuite facing) discussions as directed by your deal team
Other Requirements
Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Eligible candidates should be working towards or already possess a Bachelors degree from a fouryear institution
Maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher as a prerequisite
Submit application including both your cover letter and resume through Harris Williams website Upload your cover letter on the My Experience section of the application as a secondary file under Resume/CV. 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. Please click the following link to proceed: reach out to Emily Saunders () if you have any questions.
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.
Disclaimer: Harris Williams will not accept unsolicited resumes from contingency recruiters. Any such resumes received will not be considered as legitimate submissions andHarris Williams will not pay for the placement of a candidate resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Furthermore Harris Williams strictly forbids any contingency recruiter from representing the firm in the market without prior consent.
Base Salary: $110000
Salaries may vary within the range based on geographic location market data and on individual skills experience and education.
Role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company business and/or individual performance.
Application Window: Generally this opening is expected to be posted for 48 business hours from Posting Date 5/5/2025 although longer with business discretion.
Qualifications
Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge skills and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills competencies work experience education and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.
Competencies
Accuracy and Attention to Detail Business Acumen Creativity Customer Experience Management Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Effective Communications Leadership Managing Multiple Priorities Taking Ownership TeamworkWork Experience
Roles at this level are filled by recent university / college graduates with little or no professional experience but possessing relevant skills. Includes individuals joining the organization through a Corporate development/ training program. In lieu of a degree a comparable combination of education job specific certification(s) and experience (including military service) may be considered.Education
Bachelors (Required)Certifications
No Required Certification(s)Licenses
No Required License(s)Benefits
PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility options for fulltime employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature) dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and longterm disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; backup child/elder care; adoption surrogacy and doula reimbursement; educational assistance including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.In addition PNC generally provides the following paid time off depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 8 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.To learn more about these and other programs including benefits for full time and parttime employees visitYour PNC Total Rewards.
Disability Accommodations Statement
If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process please contact us via email at . Please include accommodation request in the subject line title and be sure to include your name the job ID and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses. Applicants may also calland say Workday for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.
At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race color sex religion national origin age sexual orientation gender identity disability veteran status or other categories protected by law.
This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and for any registered role the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.
California Residents
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
