Associate, Primary Capital Advisory

Business Unit

Capital Solutions

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognized for delivering independent strategic and financial advice to corporations, financial sponsors, and governments. With uniquely deep industry expertise, broad international reach, and a partnership approach rooted in trust, the firm provides innovative, integrated solutions across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Our unmatched transaction volumes provide differentiated, data-driven perspectives that help our clients achieve their most critical goals.

We are looking for an experienced Associate to join our primary capital advisory team in London as we continue our growth journey.

• Support transaction execution: take day-to-day lead on core project management work streams, coordinate due diligence processes, and manage work streams across investor outreach, pipeline tracking, and closing processes.
• Assist senior team members in client dialogue and relationship management.
• Develop financial models for fund performance, portfolio analysis, and investor return scenarios; conduct market research, benchmarking, and investor mapping to support fundraising strategy.
• Draft marketing materials and investor communications with precision and clarity.
• Oversee analysts in preparing materials, managing data rooms, and mentoring junior team members.
• Support senior professionals in origination efforts and marketing initiatives, contributing to thought leadership and maintaining awareness of private market trends.

• Strong academic background (2:1 or equivalent degree minimum).
• 3-4 years of experience in private capital advisory, placement agent, or related roles in investment banking or asset management.
• Proven ability to execute fundraising processes and manage investor interactions.
• Strong analytical skills, particularly in private markets.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present confidently to senior stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple work streams under pressure.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong work ethic and proactive approach.
• Familiarity with private equity, private credit, and alternative investment strategies; understanding of LP dynamics and fundraising best practices.

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.