M&A Associate – Energy, Power & Infrastructure

Harris Williams

. Join Harris Williams' Energy, Power & Infrastructure M&A team in the New York office .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $175,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial modeling and valuation methodologies, with a strong ability to synthesize complex analyses and lead junior team members. Proven track record in investment banking, M&A, and client engagement, complemented by effective problem-solving and presentation skills.

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Financial ModelingValuation MethodologiesM&A ExperienceLeadership of Analytical WorkFINRA Licensing

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingValuation MethodologiesData AnalysisComplex AnalysisM&A TransactionsInvestment BankingCorporate FinancePrivate EquityMarket NarrativesPerformance Feedback

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingPresentation SkillsCollaborationCommunicationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

SIE ExamSeries 79Series 63

Industry Keywords

EnergyPowerInfrastructureDeal ExecutionBusiness DevelopmentClient EngagementRecruitingDiversity InitiativesCommunity OutreachJunior Banker Training

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join Harris Williams' Energy, Power & Infrastructure M&A team in the New York office
Drive work forward in partnership with analysts
Perform and synthesize complex analyses using financial modeling and valuation methodologies
Identify trends in data and articulate their impact to internal and external stakeholders
Lead analytical work and oversee junior team workstreams
Support live deal execution and new business development
Maintain high exposure to clients and senior bankers
Participate in recruiting, junior banker training, marketing, diversity, and community outreach initiatives
Deliver accurate work product and real-time performance feedback to analysts
Translate technical concepts, data, and analysis into compelling market narratives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or private equity required
1+ year as a sell-side M&A Associate strongly preferred
Ability to perform and synthesize complex analyses through financial modeling and valuation methodologies
Problem-solving and presentation skills
Ability to lead analytical work and oversee junior team workstreams
Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
Willingness and ability to relocate to the designated office location
FINRA licensing: SIE Exam, Series 79, and Series 63 must be acquired within 90 days of hire
Master's degree listed under Education
Comparable combination of education, job-specific certifications, and experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

Benefits

Comp & perks

Highly competitive compensation
Pension
401(k) matching
Eligibility for performance bonus
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
Stock purchase plans
Dependent care reimbursement account
Back-up child/elder care
Adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
Educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
Robust wellness program with financial incentives
Maternity and/or parental leave
Up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 occasional absence days each year
15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level