Associate - Restructuring & Special Situations Group

Responsibilities The Restructuring and Special Situations Group (“RSSG”) advises large and middle‑market companies, financial sponsors, and creditor groups in both Chapter11 bankruptcy proceedings and out‑of‑court restructurings. Associates in the RSSG are responsible for driving the deal process, managing resources, and anticipating issues in highly complex, time‑sensitive restructuring and liability management transactions. They work directly with senior deal team professionals, clients, legal counsel, and turnaround advisors to evaluate, structure, and negotiate complex financial and strategic alternatives. Develop company business plans Build financial models and valuation analyses Analyze capital structures, credit documents, and indentures Prepare presentations to support deal processes Facilitate client and counterparty due diligence and discussions with companies, legal counsel, and turnaround advisors Prepare liquidity, waterfall, and liquidation analyses Work closely with junior deal team members to complete deal objectives Qualifications A minimum of 3–5 years of experience in the restructuring industry and/or distressed investing with a demonstrated track record of success Advanced degree (MBA and/or JD) preferred Academic background in finance, accounting, or economics Technical expertise in restructuring and/or distressed company situations Professional and confident communication skills to interface with senior management at clients and internal deal teams Ability to drive the deal process, manage resources, and anticipate issues in highly complex, time‑sensitive situations Effectiveness as a deal team manager and real team player who promotes teamwork and inclusivity Ability to work in high‑pressure situations with distressed companies and other stakeholders Strong work ethic, thriving in a collaborative and team‑oriented culture Compensation Expected annualized base salary of $225,000 to $250,000. The specific base salary awarded may be influenced by factors such as role level, scope, location, and the candidate’s qualifications and experience. Base salary is one component of PJT Partners’ compensation structure, which may also include discretionary bonuses and other incentive rewards. Equal Opportunity Statement PJT is an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other category protected by law. PJT Partners complies with all applicable laws regarding reasonable accommodation of disabilities. #J-18808-Ljbffr PJT Partners, Inc