Business Analyst - Corporate Finance

Houlihan Lokey - Experienced Careers; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment bank based in London is seeking an experienced candidate for a role supporting Corporate Finance Leadership. Responsibilities include developing management reports, creating dashboards, and ensuring data integrity. Ideal candidates have an undergraduate degree in a relevant field and 2-4 years of relevant work experience, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Join a team committed to client success and effective collaboration.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of relevant work experience in business analysis or a similar role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the development of reports for senior management.
• Develop trend dashboards and provide perspective on business risks.
• Support the development of reporting related to CF staff management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Quantitative skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

SQL

Tableau

Financial reporting software

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant field

Tools

Microsoft Office Applications

SQL

Tableau

Sigma

Job description

Business Unit:

Corporate Finance

Industry:

Corporate

Overview

Houlihan Lokey (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. The firm serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the United States, 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.

Houlihan Lokey is the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past seven consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past eight consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 20 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by Refinitiv.

Corporate Finance

Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, and other related advisory services for a broad range of U.S. and international clients. Our experience in M&A has earned us consistent recognition throughout the industry. In 2024, we were ranked the No. 1 M&A advisor for all U.S. transactions.

Job Description

Houlihan Lokey is seeking an experienced candidate to take on a global role that supports Corporate Finance Leadership. This position will involve direct collaboration with senior members of the Corporate Finance practice. The successful candidate will have experience in finance and operations within large, complex organizations or financial services firms. Responsibilities will include the following:

• Assist with the development of weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for senior management (including quarterly reviews, Board materials, etc.)
• Develop trend dashboards and provide perspective on business risks/opportunities
• Recommend and implement new analysis related to the CF Business
• Help administer year-end compensation modeling and analysis
• Support the development of reporting related to the management of CF staff, including analyses focused on recruiting, headcount management, and retention metrics
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all reporting and analysis, as well as monitor data enrichment practices
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive data
• Support additional COO/Group Head initiatives surrounding broader team management and development

Basic Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as Data Science, Accounting, Finance, or related disciplines
• 2-4 years of relevant work experience in business analysis or a similar role
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, specifically Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with SQL and coding in analytical tools such as Tableau and Sigma
• Experience with software for financial reporting, comparisons, impacts, and projections
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong work ethic and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues at all levels

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced knowledge of accounting and finance principles
• Strong presentation skills: can present effectively to stakeholders
• Capability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously

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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