Investment Banking Analyst | Consumer

Houlihan Lokey • Chicago, IL

107d • $110,000 - $130,000

About The Position

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm's commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions for the past two years, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past 10 years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past 11 years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by LSEG. As an Analyst, you will work on corporate finance engagements. The group's engagements principally include M&A, capital raising, and strategic advisory assignments. As a dedicated member of our transaction team, you will be responsible for supporting these assignments.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of investment banking experience required
• A solid understanding of the sell-side M&A process, along with proven experience in successfully closing deals
• Fundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies and applications
• Prior coursework in accounting and finance required
• Advanced financial modeling and analytical abilities; Strong LBO and DCF modeling skills
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills
• Understanding of financial statements analysis with the ability to work through key assumptions, implicit caveats, and limitations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential
• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Independent thinker and resourceful problem solver
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and ability to multitask
• Motivated and demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environment
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Prepare, analyze and explain financial information of a given company and related companies within the respective industry
• Perform valuations of companies using traditional valuation methodologies
• Prepare confidential offering memorandums, management presentations, buyers lists, marketing pitches, and assist in the marketing and planning of engagements

Benefits

• Competitive total compensation package
• Discretionary incentive compensation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree