Associate or Vice President - Strategic Advisory (Oil & Gas)

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 financial sponsors, financial institutions, insurance, asset managers, technology, media & telecommunications, energy, power, utilities & renewables, consumer, services, industrials, healthcare, and real estate, gaming, lodging & leisure. 

The Oil & Gas Associate or Vice President will be a critical member of PJT’s expanding oil & gas platform with direct involvement in both deal execution and business development, working on lean deal teams with direct exposure to the most senior oil & gas practitioners at PJT in Houston, New York and London. Upstream experience is required with broader energy sector knowledge considered a plus.  

Candidates will have exposure to all areas of the PJT platform that includes domestic and international energy strategic advisory, as well as partnering with the restructuring and special situations group around distressed energy situations.

We are seeking qualified candidates who possess knowledge and interest in O&G advisory. Associates and Vice Presidents would be responsible for the following:

• Evaluating, structuring, and recommending financial and strategic alternatives, including the analysis of mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic combinations, asset sales, and divestures
• Leading and supporting day-to-day execution of transactions, including due diligence, valuation analysis and negotiating agreements; work with senior deal team members and coordinate the development and review of materials
• Analyzing financial data and developments in financial markets important to the business of PJT Partners
• Conducting research of targeted industries to support strategic and financial alternatives analyses and investment opportunities
• 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 the forecast of 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

PJT Partners seeks to hire individuals who are highly motivated, intelligent and have excellent academic, leadership and extracurricular records. In addition, qualified candidates will possess the following:

• 4 – 6 years of experience in a relevant field or experience in an Oil & Gas group at a bulge bracket or boutique advisory firm
• Analytical and detail oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated and proactive
• Aptitude to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Robust organizational and time management skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to work well under pressure
• Resume must be in PDF format.

Expected annualized base salary of $225,000 – $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

*In order to be considered, please ensure your resume/CV and cover letter is submitted in PDF format.