Vice President - Corporate Finance; Healthcare M&A

Overview

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank providing independent strategic and financial advice to corporations, financial sponsors and governments. With deep industry expertise, global reach and a partnership approach rooted in trust, the firm offers innovative solutions across M&A, capital solutions, financial restructuring and valuation advisory.

The Healthcare team at Houlihan Lokey is looking to add a Vice President in Zurich. The environment is collegial and entrepreneurial, with teamwork essential and creativity encouraged.

• Lead and execute M&A transactions
• Develop and review financial models, including database systems
• Coordinate and perform business due diligence
• Prepare confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches and other presentations
• Manage, mentor and develop the junior team
• Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients and professional advisors
• Act as a key client contact on transactions, leading client meetings and playing a significant role in pitches
• Assist in initiating and extending group marketing and client development efforts

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with fluency in both German and English (additional language skills are advantageous)
• 6+ years of experience in Investment Banking / Corporate Finance
• Experience in the Healthcare sector (sell‑side mandates favored)
• Strong execution experience on end‑to‑end deals (closed deal experience)
• Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring Financial Analysts & Associates
• Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
• Strong knowledge of accounting and applied financial theory
• Strong work ethic, organizational skills and ability to multitask
• Strategic mindset and strong sector insight to suggest optimal solutions for clients
• Motivated, creative and outgoing with strong financial analysis skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment
• Ability to grow business and act entrepreneurially
• Strong team orientation and deep desire to achieve high performance standards

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.