Administrative Assistant - Restructuring and Special Situations Group

About PJT Partners

PJT Partners is a global advisory-focused investment bank. Our team of senior professionals delivers strategic advisory, shareholder advisory, restructuring and special situations, and private fund advisory and placement services to corporations, financial sponsors, institutional investors, and governments worldwide. We offer a portfolio of advisory services designed to help clients achieve their strategic objectives. Through PJT Park Hill, we also provide private fund advisory and fundraising services for alternative investment managers, including private equity funds, real estate funds, and hedge funds.

From the beginning, PJT Partners has believed that having the best people is key to building an enduring franchise. We foster an inclusive culture that welcomes differing perspectives and beliefs, enabling us to provide the best advice and insights to our clients.

Responsibilities

PJT Partners seeks an experienced, highly motivated Administrative Assistant to provide strategic support to members of the Restructuring and Special Situations Group. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills and the ability to exercise good judgment in a variety of situations.

• Expense management: tracking, preparing, and processing expense reconciliations, out-of-pocket reports, and invoices in a timely and accurate manner
• Project code creation: partnering with junior professionals to track, create, and manage the life cycle of project codes
• Manage calendars, schedule appointments, coordinate with other assistants, and confirm meetings with clients and internal colleagues
• Arrange travel and reservations for professionals (e.g., flights, cars, hotels), using good judgment with respect to timing and cost; assist with client travel as required
• Provide general support on broader activities as needs arise, including reception support, input on training programs and onboarding, and new joiner orientation

Qualifications

PJT Partners seeks highly motivated, intelligent individuals who have demonstrated excellence in prior endeavors. Qualified candidates will possess the following:

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure; problem-solving skills with the ability to make adjustments as needed
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, high attention to detail, a professional presence, a positive demeanor, and strong interpersonal skills
• The desire to work as part of a strong team
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and strong work ethic
• Eagerness to work in an entrepreneurial, results-driven environment
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite; Workday experience is a plus