Position Overview
Harris Williams Capital Solutions team is one of the pre‑eminent advisors delivering strategic advisory solutions to private equity and alternative investment sponsors (General Partners or GPs). The team focuses on secondary advisory, co‑investment, and structured capital transactions, advising on sell‑side secondary deals, GP‑led transactions, and junior debt or preferred equity raises.
Role and Responsibilities
As an Associate in the London (Mayfair) office, your main responsibilities will include:
- Supporting senior bankers and clients on Capital Solutions transactions, including secondary advisory, co‑investment, and structured capital deals.
- Leading analytical work, preparing financial models, synthesizing findings from complex analyses, and applying valuation methodologies.
- Overseeing junior team workstreams and managing analytical support for live deal execution and new business development.
- Presenting findings and insights to internal stakeholders and clients during pitch, planning, and update calls.
- Co‑ordinating client relationships and networking with prospective investors throughout deal execution.
Qualifications and Experience
Desired qualifications for an experienced Associate include:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity.
- Direct experience with secondary transactions and/or co‑investments (strongly preferred).
- Strong quantitative analysis skills and advanced financial modelling capability.
- Problem‑solving and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex data trends.
- Project management experience, leading analytical work and overseeing junior team members.
- Client‑facing skills, including effective communication during pitch and update sessions.
- Ability to work in the United Kingdom (sponsorship available).
Core Cultural Qualities
Key qualities of successful Harris Williams Associates include:
- Humility and collegiality.
- View challenges as growth opportunities.
- Share credit and collaborate.
- Maintain curiosity and offer creative suggestions.
- Seek and provide feedback.
- Take ownership and respond proactively.
- Clear communication and confident articulation.
- Translate data into compelling narratives.
Additional Information
Contact Emily Kay (ekay@harriswilliams.com) with questions about the role.
Equal Employment Opportunity: Harris Williams 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 protected categories.
Position is active and open for applications.
Harris Williams Capital Solutions Associate, London in City of Westminster employer: PNC Financial Services Group, Inc.
Harris Williams is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture in the heart of Mayfair, London. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from mentorship and sponsorship opportunities while engaging in high-stakes transactions that foster meaningful client relationships. The collaborative environment encourages innovation and growth, making it an ideal place for ambitious professionals looking to advance their careers in capital solutions.
Contact Details:
PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. Recruitment Team
