M&A Associate – Industrials

Harris Williams

Join Harris Williams as an Experienced Associate in M&A, focusing on Industrials. Engage with clients and senior bankers while driving work forward in a collaborative environment.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRichmond • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $175,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical skills and the ability to lead junior team members in deal execution and business development. Possesses essential FINRA licenses and is prepared for client-facing interactions in a fast-paced environment.

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Analytical Work LeadershipClient InteractionTeam OversightFINRA LicensingBusiness Development Support

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Certifications & Qualifications

SIE ExamSeries 79Series 63

Industry Keywords

Deal ExecutionBusiness DevelopmentClient ExposureJunior Team ManagementRelocation WillingnessTravel WillingnessRelevant ExperienceU.S. Work Eligibility

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

As an experienced associate, you will have a high level of exposure to clients and senior bankers
Associates are responsible for driving work forward, in partnership with analysts
Lead analytical work and oversee junior team workstreams in support of live deal execution and new business development

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of relevant experience
Ability to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time
Willingness and ability to relocate to designated office location
FINRA licensing: SIE Exam, Series 79, and Series 63 must be acquired within 90 days of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
401(k) with PNC match
pension and stock purchase plans
dependent care reimbursement account
back-up child/elder care
adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement
educational assistance, including select programs fully paid
a robust wellness program with financial incentives
maternity and/or parental leave
up to 11 paid holidays each year
9 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