Analyst/Associate, Board Advisory & Opinions - New York

Business Unit:Financial And Valuation AdvisoryIndustry:Transaction Opinions OverviewHoulihan 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. To learn more about Houlihan Lokey, please visit HL.com. Financial and Valuation AdvisoryOver the past 50+ years, Houlihan Lokey has established one of the largest worldwide financial and valuation advisory practices. Our transaction expertise and leadership in the field of valuation inspire confidence in the financial executives, boards of directors, special committees, investors, and business owners we serve. In 2025, LSEG ranked us the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years. Our stability, integrity, technical leadership, and global capabilities make us a trusted advisor for clients worldwide, across a wide range of services, including the Transaction Opinions, Transaction Advisory Services, Corporate Valuation Advisory Services, Portfolio Valuation and Fund Advisory Services, Real Estate Valuation and Advisory Services, and Dispute Resolution Consulting practices. Job DescriptionWe are looking for an Analyst/Associate to be part of a dedicated team that focuses on complex analytics, financial models, and valuation – and works hand-in-hand with other teams within our firm (i.e., M&A, industry groups, etc.) to deliver investment banking services to clients. Our Analysts/Associates also work on stand-alone fairness, solvency, and transaction-based valuation opinions. Analysts/Associates support engagements and new business development by:Analyzing and explaining historical and projected financial informationPerforming business and financial due diligenceConducing industry and sub-sector research (analyst)Valuing companies, businesses, and securitiesBuilding complex financial models (e.g., to support negotiating/advocacy positions, assess cash flows of a company and/or value specific securities)Assisting (analyst) or preparing (associate) board/special committee presentations supporting advice and opinionsHelping pitch engagements and participating in business development initiativesBuilding relationships and maintaining direct contact with current and prospective clientsQualificationsPrior investment banking, valuation, or related experienceAdvanced accounting, finance, financial modeling, and analytical abilitiesStrong qualitative and quantitative research skills (analyst)Excellent oral and written communication skillsExperience managing analysts or other personnel (associate)Be an independent thinker and resourceful problem solver driven to succeed in a fast-paced environmentHave a very strong work ethic, organizational skills, and ability to multi-taskAdditional consideration will be given to candidates who possess:An undergraduate degree with academic distinction and/or a graduate degreeAt least one year (Analyst) and three years (Associate) of experience in financial services with at least one year of investment banking, valuation, or related experienceA demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staffCompensation and BenefitsHoulihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package, which may include other components such as discretionary incentive compensation. The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is: $85,000 - $160,000 Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience, as well as the service line and location where this position may be filled. Houlihan Lokey provides a competitive benefits package. Our current benefits offerings can be found here:2026 BenefitsWe 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. #LI-114793SummaryLocation: New York, NY, USAType: Full time