Harris Williams – International Career Event

We are a global investment bank specialising in M&A and private capital advisory services.

About Us

We are a global investment bank specialising in M&A and private capital advisory services. Clients worldwide rely on us to help unlock value in their business and turn ambitious goals into reality. We approach every engagement with boundless collaboration, pooling expertise and relationships across industries, service offerings, and geographies. For over 30 years, our clients have trusted us to think strategically, execute precisely, and deliver premium outcomes to help them grow.

We are ambitious in our goals and steadfast in the belief that clients deserve our very best. To achieve our highest aspiration, we invest in world-class, team-oriented individuals who are smart, driven, and principled – those who are eager to be part of something bigger than themselves. When you join Harris Williams, you are welcomed into a collegial environment where every individual has the opportunity to make an impact in a powerful and significant way. We invite you to learn more about careers at Harris Williams.

What we look for

Harris Williams hires individuals who are motivated by challenge, demonstrated through academic performance combined with involvement outside the classroom, which can include: participation in sports, student led organisations, or work experience while completing a degree. No specific academic major is required; however, foundational knowledge of Excel, finance and accounting, and problem solving is desired:  

  • Excel – Understanding of formulas, data validation, macros, tables, conditional formatting
  • Accounting – Working understanding of how the three financial statements connect and willingness to deepen subject matter expertise over time
  • Problem solving – Able to identify trends in data and articulate the impact of those patterns
  • Head office Richmond, Virginia
  • Number of employees 550 worldwide
  • Field Capital Market