Senior Associate - Corporate Finance (Technology M&A)

Houlihan Lokey; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Houlihan Lokey is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Technology team in London. In this role, you will work on transactions related to M&A and other investment banking services, involving financial analysis and client interaction.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in M&A Advisory, exceptional financial modelling skills, and an ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of investment banking experience in M&A Advisory preferred.
• Strong knowledge of financial valuation methodologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze historical and projected financial information.
• Create financial models and perform business due diligence.
• Value companies and businesses.

Skills

Financial modelling

Investment banking experience

LBO and DCF modelling skills

Analytical abilities

Research skills

Knowledge of Excel

Knowledge of PowerPoint

Education

2:1 or equivalent degree

Job description

Scope

The Technology team at Houlihan Lokey is looking to add a Senior Associate in London.

Associates work on transactions that provide exposure to various investment banking services, including M&A, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Value companies and businesses
• Lead the planning and execution of marketing engagements
• Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients and prospective clients, professional advisors and other stakeholders
• Supervise junior staff members in financial analyses
• Assist in the marketing and planning of engagements

Qualifications

• You will have a strong academic track record and achieved a 2:1 or equivalent degree
• 5+ years of investment banking experience in M&A Advisory within Investment Banking. Experience in transactional services, consulting or corporate development also acknowledged if in conjunction with M&A Advisory. Experience/knowledge in the Technology sector will be favourably regarded
• Fundamental understanding of financial valuation methodologies, and applications
• Advanced Financial modelling and analytical abilities; Strong LBO and DCF modelling skills
• Strong qualitative and quantitative research skills
• Understanding of financial statements analysis with the ability to work through key assumptions, implicit caveats, and limitations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English are essential
• Strong knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Independent thinker and resourceful problem solver driven to succeed
• Strong work ethic, organisational skills and ability to multitask is crucial
• Motivated and demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environment
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment

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.