2026 Graduate Financial Analyst - Corporate Finance (Consumer)

Overview

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in 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 all global MandA transactions for the past two years, the No. 1 MandA advisor for the past 10 years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past 11 years, and the No. 1 global MandA fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by LSEG.Business Unit

Corporate FinanceIndustry

ConsumerScope

As a Graduate Financial Analyst, you will work on corporate finance engagements for companies within our Consumer MandA advisory team. The group’s engagements principally include sell-side and buy-side MandA transactions. As a dedicated member of our transaction team, you will be responsible for supporting these assignments. You will work with a talented, dedicated staff of professionals who will give you broad exposure to the many different issues and concerns affecting companies and investors today. You will research and analyse financial statements, general economic conditions, industry-specific developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and investment attributes of publicly traded and private companies. You will also gain in-depth knowledge of capital raisings and financing structures. Houlihan Lokey provides a collegial, entrepreneurial work environment. We reward our Financial Analysts with substantial responsibilities, interaction with senior-level professionals, and live engagements.Requirements/Qualifications

A strong academic track record from a highly regarded university – completing your final university assessments in Spring or Summer 2026Minimum 3 months internship experience in MandA or another similar role, with experience/knowledge in Consumer favourably regardedStrong quantitative and analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detailAn understanding of valuation theory, methodologies and applicationsStrong quantitative, financial and analytical skillsProficient skill in Excel and PowerPointStrong interpersonal skillsMost importantly, we seek to attract dedicated, team-oriented candidates with a deep desire to win, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to work hard to achieve the highest standards of performancePlease note that our Graduate Financial Analyst Training commences on 13 July 2026, so you must be available to start full-time work by this date to be eligible for this position. Please note that applications will close at 11:59pm BST on Saturday, 18th October.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 ..... full job details .....