Summer Analyst London

Harris Williams; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment bank in London is seeking Summer Analysts for a 10-week program starting June 2026. The role provides significant exposure to M&A processes and collaboration with senior bankers. Successful candidates should be penultimate year students with foundational Excel and problem-solving skills. This role emphasizes professional growth through a supportive and inclusive culture.

Benefits

Professional development

Mentorship opportunities

Team-building events

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of Excel, finance and accounting.
• Ability to identify trends in data and articulate impacts.
• Demonstrated involvement outside the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to M&A deal process phases.
• Work closely with bankers and gain deal exposure.
• Participate in mentorship and training programs.

Skills

Excel

Problem solving

Attention to Detail

Leadership

Effective Communications

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree (penultimate year)

Job description

Position Overview

About Harris Williams

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.

Job Description

Why HW

• Diverse projects: Summer Analysts contribute to each phase of the deal process, ensuring significant exposure to clients and senior level bankers, as well as a broad range of opportunities to grow your professional experience
• Collaborative work environment: as a Summer Analyst, you will work closely with bankers of all levels, gain exposure to the entire deal process, and cultivate a foundational skillset in M&A across industry groups
• Engaging culture: we believe talent is our greatest asset. Our people exemplify a team over individual culture, and participate in team-building events, both regional and companywide
• Professional development: we care about your training and development. Our internship kicks off with two weeks of training, covering financial modeling and setting the foundation for the robust deal work ahead. This is just the beginning of an extensive learning experience at Harris Williams
• Mentorship: Both formal and organic. Summer Analysts are assigned junior and senior mentors, who provide a support network during the internship

About the Role

We are looking for Summer Analysts to join us in London for 10 weeks starting June 2026. Analysts will have exposure to M&A, Fund Placement Project Management and Capital Solutions processes. 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

Harris Williams fosters an inclusive culture through hiring quality people who are committed, tenacious, and principled – dedicated to achieving the right results for our clients, the right way. We are committed to building a unique firm by valuing and developing talent.

Other Requirements

• Eligible candidates should be in their penultimate year of study towards a Bachelor's or Master’s degree and available for full-time employment in 2027
• Submit application through Harris Williams’ website, www.harriswilliams.com/careers. Make sure to include your resume
• Please reach out to Lindsay Spann ([e-mail]) if you have any questions

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Competencies Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Business Acumen, Creativity, Customer Experience Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Effective Communications, Leadership, Managing Multiple Priorities, Taking Ownership, Teamwork

Work Experience Roles at this level are filled by recent university / college graduates with little or no professional experience, but possessing relevant skills. Includes individuals joining the organization through a Corporate development/ training program. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education No Degree

Certifications No Required Certification(s)

Licenses No Required License(s)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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