Investment Banking Associate | Tech Enabled Professional Services

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. Our areas of focus include mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Business Unit: Corporate Finance & Business Services – Tech‑Enabled Professional Services Houlihan Lokey’s Tech‑Enabled Professional Services team advises companies that combine technology with outsourced or specialized professional services. Coverage includes sectors such as consulting, legal and compliance services, accounting and tax services, engineering and design, marketing services and human capital management solutions. Job Description Associates are primarily responsible for the creation and oversight of financial models, marketing materials, internal and external presentations, and performing research and analyses in support of new business generation and the execution of M&A transactions. Associates are afforded meaningful responsibility and are members of four‑person deal teams. Key responsibilities include: 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 with all members of the team, including the supervision and mentoring of junior staff members Basic Qualifications Advanced knowledge of accounting and finance Undergraduate degree 3+ years of investment banking experience Strong analytical/technical and qualitative abilities Preferred Qualifications 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 Compensation and Benefits Houlihan Lokey offers a competitive total compensation package that may include discretionary incentive compensation. Estimated salary range for this role: $200,000 – $250,000. Actual salary may vary. Benefits include standard medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other typical benefits available to employees. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr US.020 Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc.