At a Glance
- Tasks: Analyse financial data and support M&A advisory projects in a dynamic team.
- Company: Join Houlihan Lokey, a leading global investment bank with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Gain invaluable experience, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Exciting role starting in early 2027 with excellent career advancement potential.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career by working on impactful M&A transactions.
- Qualifications: Strong academic background in finance or related fields and M&A experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 87750 - 107250 $ per year.
Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognised 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.
The Houlihan Lokey Corporate Finance business has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defence, and other related advisory services for a broad range of clients. In addition, we have the proven ability to engineer and execute financing solutions that are essential for growth and success and offer access to financing in the public and alternative capital markets through the issuance of debt, equity, or hybrid securities.
As a Graduate Financial Analyst in our Sydney office, you will work alongside experienced investment bankers in a stimulating, fast-paced environment on corporate finance and M&A advisory assignments for clients across various industries. The team’s engagements principally include M&A transactions (Sponsor, Public, and Private), with a strong focus on sell-side transactions.
As a Financial Analyst, you will:
- Prepare, analyse and help explain historical and projected financial information
- Create financial models
- Coordinate and perform business due diligence
- Prepare confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches and other presentations
- Conduct research on sectors, companies and potential buyers
- Value companies and businesses
- Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients and prospective clients and professional advisors
- Assist in planning of engagements
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Strong academic track record with 75+ WAM (or equivalent Distinction average) from a highly regarded university, completing your degree in 2026 / early 2027 and available to commence full-time in early 2027 (preferably studying Accounting, Economics, Finance, Commerce, or a related quantitative discipline)
- Minimum 1 year of M&A experience
- Strong quantitative, financial, and analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail
- An understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications
- Proficient skill in Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Strong interpersonal skills
- An independent, solutions-focused mindset
- Highly motivated, with the ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environment
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Graduate Financial Analyst in Sydney employer: Houlihan Lokey, Inc.
At Houlihan Lokey, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation in our Sydney office. As a Graduate Financial Analyst, you'll benefit from unparalleled mentorship opportunities, working alongside seasoned professionals in the fast-paced world of corporate finance and M&A, while enjoying a commitment to diversity and inclusion that ensures every voice is heard. Our focus on employee growth and development, combined with our strong reputation in the industry, makes us an ideal place for aspiring financial analysts to launch their careers.
