2026 Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2027) | Corporate Finance, Los Angeles Business Services – Houlihan Lokey

Title of the Job: 2026 Summer Financial Analyst (Class of 2027) | Corporate Finance, Los Angeles Business Services

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Job Description: Business Unit: Corporate FinanceIndustry: BUS – Business ServicesOverviewHoulihan 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 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 global M&A transactions, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past nine consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past ten 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 LSEG (formerly Refinitiv).Corporate FinanceHoulihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures for a broad range of clients—and our experience in M&A has earned us recognition throughout the industry. In 2023, LSEG (formerly Refinitiv) ranked our firm the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions.Business ServicesHoulihan Lokey’s Business Services Group offers M&A advisory, capital raising and corporate restructurings to public and private companies. We work with companies providing professional and technology-related services across a number of end markets and regularly collaborate with other Houlihan Lokey industry and product groups to bring the highest level of knowledge, services, and relationships to our clients.Houlihan Lokey’s Business Services Group has earned a reputation for providing superior service and achieving outstanding results in M&A advisory, capital-raising, restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory services. Our team covers a broad array of sectors, with financial professionals dedicated to each of our primary coverage areas. Our senior-level relationships throughout the industry open doors to opportunities for our clients—whether they are seeking financing, a strategic partner, or a prospective buyer. In 2023, Houlihan Lokey was ranked the No. 1 investment bank for all global business services M&A transactions by LSEG (formerly Refinitiv). **Excludes accounting firms and brokers.Job DescriptionIn Corporate Finance, Summer Financial Analysts may work on a variety of transactions that provide exposure to various investment banking services and client industries. These services include mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. Throughout the summer, you will work with a highly talented and dedicated staff of professionals who will give you broad exposure to the many different issues and concerns affecting businesses today.You will research and analyze financial statements, general and industry-specific economic conditions and developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and various investment attributes of publicly traded and private securities companies.The environment at Houlihan Lokey is collaborative and entrepreneurial and rewards Summer Financial Analysts with substantial responsibility and interaction with senior-level professionals.QualificationsCurrently pursuing a bachelor’s and/or master’s degree with a graduation date between December 2026 and June 2027Possess basic knowledge of and a keen interest in financeExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong work ethic and leadership skillsPreferred QualificationsA fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applicationsStrong analytical and computer skills (Excel)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:$110,000.00Actual 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.

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