Strategy& Deals Strategy Senior Associate - Summer/Fall 2027

Industry/Sector Not Applicable

Specialism

Deal Strategy

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Strategy& Deals Strategy Senior Associate, you will play a pivotal role in guiding clients through the complexities of mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships. Within our Advisory practice, you will leverage your skills to provide strategic advice, due diligence, and valuation services, helping clients make informed decisions and maximize value. As a Senior Associate, you will focus on building meaningful client connections and developing a deeper understanding of the business context. You will be responsible for analyzing complex problems, mentoring others, and maintaining professional and technical standards.

In this role, you will be at the forefront of delivering comprehensive support for business transactions, working closely with clients to develop and execute strategic initiatives. You will navigate complex situations, anticipate client needs, and use your skills to deliver quality outcomes. This position offers an opportunity to grow your personal brand and deepen your technical skills while contributing to successful deal outcomes.

Responsibilities

- Developing acquisition strategies and evaluating business plans to support client growth initiatives
- Conducting competitive analysis and industry trend analysis to identify market opportunities and risks
- Performing financial due diligence and financial statement analysis to inform strategic decision-making
- Creating financial models and conducting scenario analysis to assess potential deal outcomes
- Supporting post-merger integration efforts to maximize value creation and drive successful outcomes
- Collaborating with corporate development teams to structure deals and optimize transaction terms
- Engaging in strategic planning and value creation activities to enhance client business performance
- Utilizing analytical thinking to break down complex concepts and provide actionable insights
- Building meaningful client relationships and guiding them through the transaction lifecycle
- Mentoring junior team members and fostering a collaborative work environment to achieve project goals

What You Must Have

- Currently pursuing or have completed a Master's of Business Administration degree
- At least 3 years of experience
- These client service Senior Associate positions are for job seekers who are in their final year of their MBA program at the time of application

What Sets You Apart

- Leveraging AI to create efficiencies, innovate ways of working and deliver distinctive outcomes
- Utilizing acquisition strategy planning to manage program risks
- Conducting competitive analysis to evaluate strengths and weaknesses
- Developing M&A strategies to achieve strategic goals
- Performing financial modeling for business performance representation
- Engaging in post-merger integration to maximize value
- Applying strategic planning to define organizational direction

Travel Requirements

Up to 80%

Job Posting End Date

September 24, 2026The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law. PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: more about how we work: only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.