Greenhill & Co. Superday Guide
Everything you need to know to prepare for and succeed in your Greenhill & Co. Superday. This guide covers the format, what to expect, and proven strategies from successful candidates.
Last updated April 2026 · By the Superday AI editorial team
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Full Day (8-12 hours)
4-6 Back-to-Back
New York, NY Office
Superday Format
Typically 4-5 interviews covering technical skills, deal experience, and cultural fit.
Typical Day Structure:
Arrival at Greenhill
Candidates arrive at Greenhill's offices and are received by a lean recruiting team. The boutique atmosphere is professional and focused. You receive a schedule of 3-4 interviews.
M&A Process and Technical Rounds
The first 1-2 interviews focus on M&A advisory mechanics: sell-side and buy-side processes, valuation methodologies, and deal structuring. Greenhill interviewers emphasize process expertise and practical advisory judgment over esoteric technical scenarios.
Deal Discussion and Market Knowledge
At least one interview probes your knowledge of the current M&A market, recent transactions, and deal dynamics. Greenhill values candidates who follow the deal landscape actively and can discuss transactions with informed perspectives.
Cultural Fit and Senior Assessment
A final interview with a senior MD evaluates your cultural alignment with Greenhill's collegial, intellectually focused environment. Questions may explore your comfort with the generalist model and your genuine interest in pure advisory work. Decisions are communicated within 1-2 weeks.
What to Do
- Articulate a clear and compelling rationale for choosing pure M&A advisory. Greenhill's entire business is advisory, and your commitment to this model must be authentic.
- Show enthusiasm for the generalist exposure that Greenhill provides. Analysts work across sectors and deal types, which creates excellent foundational training.
- Research Greenhill's recent advisory mandates and be prepared to discuss them with depth and nuance.
- Demonstrate strong M&A process knowledge: auction mechanics, buyer outreach strategies, negotiation dynamics, and closing procedures.
- Highlight your interest in Greenhill's global platform and cross-border advisory capabilities.
- Ask about the analyst development experience and how the generalist model accelerates learning.
What to Avoid
- Do not appear unaware of Greenhill's strategic positioning and recent evolution. The firm has been through a period of change, and interviewers expect candidates to have done their research.
- Avoid comparing Greenhill directly to Evercore or Centerview in a way that implies it is less prestigious. Greenhill has a distinct identity and value proposition.
- Do not express narrow interest in a single sector. Greenhill's generalist model means analysts must be comfortable working across industries.
- Never appear to be choosing Greenhill only because you were unable to secure offers at larger elite boutiques. Genuine interest is essential.
- Avoid being weak on M&A process questions. As a pure advisory firm, Greenhill expects detailed knowledge of how transactions are run from start to finish.
- Do not overlook the firm's global offices and cross-border capabilities. International deal flow is a meaningful part of Greenhill's business.
What to Bring
Multiple resume copies
5-6 clean copies
Notepad and pen
For notes and questions
Breath mints
After lunch refresher
Portfolio/padfolio
Looks professional
Business cards
If you have them
Phone charger
For emergencies only