Associate - Restructuring & Liability Management

Associate - Restructuring & Liability Management New York, United States and 1 more (On-site) Job Description Our Restructuring & Liability Management group is looking to add an Associate to its team of professionals. The group specializes in helping companies in financial distress and is an important strategic component of our Financial Advisory business. The team also helps advise creditors and other investors that hold positions in companies facing distress or are going through bankruptcy/reorganization. Through a combination of restructuring and industry-related expertise, we have solidified our place as the leading financial restructuring advisory firm in the world. This role is available in Chicago or New York. We’ll trust you to: Oversee development of financial models and analyses to evaluate transactions and other strategic decision making Prepare and create client presentations and meeting materials Interact with senior bankers and clients Mentor and train junior analysts, providing guidance on financial modeling, research, and best practices in investment banking Assist in deal execution and new business development You’ll need to have: 2-4 years of relevant experience from an investment bank (preferably in restructuring, liability management or leveraged finance), or 3+ years of restructuring experience at a turnaround advisory firm, as a restructuring attorney or as a credit investor Top performance with comfort operating in an unstructured environment which values initiative, creativity, maturity, and poise Strong quantitative background and analytical skills coupled with meticulous attention to detail Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, FactSet, Bloomberg Excellent verbal/written communication skills with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment Demonstrated leadership skills and motivation to work as a team player and contribute to a positive team culture What we offer: We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career. We expect the base salary range for this role to be approximately $185,000 - $250,000 USD. Various factors contribute to determining the actual base compensation offered, including but not limited to the applicant’s years of relevant experience, career tenure, qualifications, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and relevant skills for the role. Base salary is one component of Lazard Financial Advisory’s compensation package, which also includes comprehensive benefits and may include incentive compensation. Representation at Lazard Lazard is an intellectual capital business committed to delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. To achieve these objectives, we focus on attracting, developing and retaining the best talent. We believe that a workforce comprised of people who represent a wide array of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives creates a rich variety of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, solve problems creatively and make better decisions. Lazard was built on the premise that a multicultural firm can best serve a global clientele. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respecting and appreciating individual differences. Doing so has been core to our success for over 175 years. We are committed to sustaining an environment where every colleague is supported in their professional pursuits, can maximize their individual potential and contribute to our collective success. #J-18808-Ljbffr Lazard