Investment Banking Associate | Business Services

Company Overview

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.

Associates are primarily responsible for the creation and oversight of financial models, marketing materials, internal and external presentations, and for performing research and various analyses in support of new business generation and the execution of M&A transactions. Associates typically work on four‑person deal teams, including a Managing Director, Vice President, Associate, and Financial Analyst.

• Prepare, analyze, and explain historical and projected financial information.
• Coordinate and perform business due diligence and execute M&A transactions.
• Prepare marketing materials, confidential information presentations, management presentations, and other presentations as needed.
• Perform valuation and ad‑hoc financial analyses.
• Assist in the marketing and execution of existing engagements.
• Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients, and professional advisors.
• Communicate effectively within the team and supervise/mentor junior staff.

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and finance.
• Undergraduate degree.
• 3+ years of Investment Banking experience.
• Strong analytical, technical, and qualitative abilities.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong financial and computer skills (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, managing multiple project deliverables simultaneously.
• Extensive operational financial modeling and valuation experience.
• Hands‑on M&A experience.
• Transaction experience in Business Services is a plus.

Salary range: $175,000 – $225,000, with possible additional discretionary incentive compensation. The firm also offers a competitive benefits package.

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.