PJT

PJT is an acronym or initialism that can refer to multiple, unrelated subjects, depending on context. The most widely recognized use in business is PJT Partners Inc., a U.S.-based investment bank and advisory firm established in 2015. PJT Partners provides strategic advisory, restructuring, and capital markets services to corporations, financial sponsors, and governments, with a global footprint.

In general language, pjt has appeared as an informal abbreviation for “project” in notes, plans, or diagrams, particularly in contexts where space is limited. In formal project management practice, more common abbreviations include “proj.” or “PRJ.” This usage varies by organization and region and is not universal.

The initialism can also serve as a shorthand for personal or organizational names, especially where three words begin with the letters P, J, and T. As with many acronyms, the intended meaning of “PJT” is inferred from the surrounding text or branding, and there is no single universally accepted definition.

Because of its varied uses, readers should rely on contextual cues to determine which meaning applies. In corporate contexts, PJT often refers to PJT Partners, while in document notes it may denote a shorthand for a project. See also related acronyms such as PRJ for other common abbreviations.