Houlihan Lokey Hiring for Corporate Finance Financial Analyst 2022 at London Full Time

Houlihan Lokey (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and valuation. The firm serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the United States, 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. Houlihan Lokey is the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past six consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past seven consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 20 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by Refinitiv. 

Corporate Finance

Our Corporate Finance business in Europe has expanded rapidly in recent years and now includes more than 175 bankers. Our European headquarters are in London with further offices in Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Madrid and Milan. We currently offer advisory services within the following areas:

Mergers & Acquisitions

Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures for a broad range of clients—and our experience in M&A has earned us recognition throughout the industry. In 2020, Refinitiv once again ranked our firm the No.1 M&A advisor for all U.S. transactions.

Capital Markets

Our Capital Markets Group is one of the firm’s fastest growing practices. As trusted advisors, we have the proven ability to engineer and execute financing solutions that are essential for growth and success. We offer access to financing in the public and alternative capital markets through the issuance of debt, equity, or hybrid securities. In Europe, the team is a rapidly growing team, advising clients on the origination, structuring, and execution of private and public debt financings across numerous industries. Over the past several years the Europe-based team advised on financing transactions totalling c.€11 billion of commitments.

Private Funds

Our Private Funds Group provides strategic advisory and placement agency services to alternative investment managers globally. The team brings together extensive fundraising and in-house operating experience. Through this unique combination, we seek to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the fundraising process for general partners and provide tailored advice on the development and implementation of strategic initiatives designed to improve market positioning, investor relationships, and fundraising effectiveness over the longer term.

Scope

Graduate Financial Analysts may work on transactions that provide exposure to a broad range of client industries and investment banking services. You will work with a talented, dedicated staff of professionals who will give you broad exposure to the many different issues and concerns affecting companies and investors today.

You will research and analyse financial statements, general economic conditions, industry-specific developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and investment attributes of publicly traded and private companies. You will also gain intimate knowledge of capital raisings and financing structures.

Houlihan Lokey provides a collegial, entrepreneurial work environment. We reward our Financial Analysts with substantial responsibilities, interaction with senior-level professionals, and live engagements.

Requirements / Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following:-

• Undergraduate degree with a minimum 2:1 pass grade from a highly regarded university;
• Some knowledge of or exposure to the financial services industry, either via relevant internships, academic coursework, or demonstrable industry knowledge;
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail; An understanding of valuation theory, methodologies and applications
• Proficient use of Excel and PowerPoint;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Strong interpersonal skills;
• Ability to operate independently but also work in a team with all levels of staff
• Pro-active and performance-driven

Openings

For the 2022 Graduate Financial Analyst Class we have open positions:

1. M&A Sector Teams
2. Capital Markets Group
3. Private Funds Group

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.