Associate - Corporate Finance; Technology M&A

Associate – Digital Infrastructure, London

Houlihan Lokey is a leading global investment bank that provides strategic and financial advice across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, and restructuring. The Corporate Finance business in EMEA covers a broad range of clients and industries, including mid‑market and multinational companies.

• Prepare, analyze, and explain historical and projected financial information.
• Create financial models.
• Coordinate and perform business due diligence.
• Prepare confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches, and other presentations.
• Value companies and businesses.
• Lead the planning and execution of marketing engagements.
• Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients, professional advisors, and other stakeholders.
• Supervise junior staff members in financial analyses.
• Assist in the marketing and planning of engagements.

• Strong academic track record with a 2:1 or equivalent degree.
• 3‑5 years of investment banking experience within M&A, generalist, or industry teams.
• Experience or knowledge in the Technology or Digital Infrastructure sector is favorably regarded.
• Fundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies and applications.
• Advanced financial modelling and analytical abilities; strong LBO and DCF modelling skills.
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills.
• Understanding of financial statements analysis with the ability to work through key assumptions, caveats, and limitations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong knowledge of Excel.
• Independent thinker and resourceful problem solver driven to succeed.
• 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 environment.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.

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