Associate - Corporate Finance (Industrials)

Business Unit:Corporate FinanceIndustry:Industrials OverviewHoulihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognized 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. Our unmatched transaction volumes provide differentiated, data-driven perspectives that help our clients achieve their most critical goals. To learn more about Houlihan Lokey, please visit HL.com. Corporate FinanceThe Houlihan Lokey Corporate Finance business has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, 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. In EMEA, we work with a wide spectrum of companies, from middle-market privately owned enterprises to large multinational organizations. With a growing platform of Corporate Finance professionals and offices across the region, in addition to our global reach and in-depth knowledge across a broad range of industries, we have the breadth and targeted expertise to provide exceptional client service. ScopeThe Industrials team at Houlihan Lokey is looking to add an Associate in Frankfurt.The environment at Houlihan Lokey is both collegial and entrepreneurial. Teamwork is essential to the firm’s success. At the same time, creativity and new ideas are encouraged. Associates are given substantial responsibility and are encouraged to help grow our business.Associates work on transactions that provide exposure to various services, including M&A, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.ResponsibilitiesAs an Associate, you will:Prepare, analyze, and help explain historical and projected financial informationCreate financial modelsCoordinate and perform business due diligencePrepare confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches, and other materialsValue companies and businessesLead the planning and execution of marketing engagementsBuild relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients, professional advisors, and other stakeholdersSupervise junior staff members in financial analysesAssist in the marketing and planning of engagementsRequirements / QualificationsFluency in German and English required (verbal and written)Strong Bachelor’s degree or equivalent3–5 years of M&A experience, or alternatively experience within transactional services, consulting, or corporate developmentExperience in the Industrials sector is favourably regardedFundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies and their applicationsAdvanced financial modelling and analytical abilities; strong LBO and DCF modelling skillsStrong qualitative and quantitative research skillsUnderstanding of financial statement analysis with the ability to work through key assumptions, implicit caveats, and limitationsStrong knowledge of ExcelIndependent thinker and resourceful problem solver driven to succeedStrong work ethic, organizational skills, and ability to multitask are crucialMotivated, with a demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environmentAbility to work independently in a fast-paced environmentNote to External Recruiters / Search Firms: Houlihan Lokey does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not pay for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Any unsolicited resumes received will not be considered as a valid submission. 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. #LI-117593SummaryLocation: Frankfurt, GermanyType: Full time