Houlihan Lokey
2025 Summer Financial Analyst - Financial Restructuring - Chicago
Houlihan Lokey, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Business Unit:Financial Restructuring Group
Industry:GEN - General
OverviewHoulihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide through its 36 offices spread across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for global M&A transactions under $1 billion, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past eight consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past nine consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by Refinitiv.
Financial Restructuring GroupHoulihan Lokey has the largest worldwide financial restructuring practice of any investment banking firm, with offices and experienced professionals located across the globe. Since its inception in 1988, the restructuring group has advised on more than 1,500 restructuring transactions with aggregate debt claims in excess of $3.0 trillion.
With more than 300 dedicated restructuring professionals worldwide, our group serves clients domestically and around the world. Our broad base of clients and extensive experience allow us to understand the dynamics of each restructuring situation and the needs, attitudes, and positions of all parties in interest.
Our group employs an interdisciplinary approach to engagements and is accustomed to evaluating complex, highly leveraged situations in short periods. We are also a recognized leader in achieving merger and acquisition transactions for distressed companies.
Job DescriptionSummer Financial Analysts in the Financial Restructuring Group will work on a variety of transaction types, including creditor- and debtor-side restructurings and distressed M&A engagements, both in- and out-of-court. The group offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects that provide exposure to various financial advisory and investment banking products and industries. These services include debt and equity financings, balance sheet restructurings, distressed M&A advisory services, and special situation principal investing. The environment at Houlihan Lokey is aggressive and entrepreneurial and, as such, rewards Summer Financial Analysts with substantial responsibility.
QualificationsCurrently pursuing a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree with a graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026Coursework in accounting and finance or a demonstrated interest in such topicsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsPreferred QualificationsA fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applicationsStrong analytical abilities and computer skills (Excel)A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staffSalary RangeHoulihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package. The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is:
$105,000.00
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 and the location where this position may be filled.
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
Industry:GEN - General
OverviewHoulihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide through its 36 offices spread across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for global M&A transactions under $1 billion, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past eight consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past nine consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by Refinitiv.
Financial Restructuring GroupHoulihan Lokey has the largest worldwide financial restructuring practice of any investment banking firm, with offices and experienced professionals located across the globe. Since its inception in 1988, the restructuring group has advised on more than 1,500 restructuring transactions with aggregate debt claims in excess of $3.0 trillion.
With more than 300 dedicated restructuring professionals worldwide, our group serves clients domestically and around the world. Our broad base of clients and extensive experience allow us to understand the dynamics of each restructuring situation and the needs, attitudes, and positions of all parties in interest.
Our group employs an interdisciplinary approach to engagements and is accustomed to evaluating complex, highly leveraged situations in short periods. We are also a recognized leader in achieving merger and acquisition transactions for distressed companies.
Job DescriptionSummer Financial Analysts in the Financial Restructuring Group will work on a variety of transaction types, including creditor- and debtor-side restructurings and distressed M&A engagements, both in- and out-of-court. The group offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects that provide exposure to various financial advisory and investment banking products and industries. These services include debt and equity financings, balance sheet restructurings, distressed M&A advisory services, and special situation principal investing. The environment at Houlihan Lokey is aggressive and entrepreneurial and, as such, rewards Summer Financial Analysts with substantial responsibility.
QualificationsCurrently pursuing a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree with a graduation date between December 2025 and June 2026Coursework in accounting and finance or a demonstrated interest in such topicsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsPreferred QualificationsA fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applicationsStrong analytical abilities and computer skills (Excel)A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staffSalary RangeHoulihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package. The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is:
$105,000.00
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 and the location where this position may be filled.
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