Associate - Financial Restructuring & Advisory, Chicago

US.020 Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc. is seeking an Associate in Financial Restructuring to work on a range of engagements, including debtor- and creditor-side assignments spanning capital markets, refinancing, M&A, and broader restructurings.

The role emphasizes exposure to financial advisory products and industries, with responsibilities in advising on restructurings, raising financing, distressed M&A, and bespoke special situations while collaborating across teams.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and finance.
• Undergraduate degree with exemplary academic record.
• 3+ years of relevant work experience in restructuring advisory, leveraged finance, or similar roles.
• Strong analytical/technical abilities including complex financial modeling in Excel and use of AI tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple project deliverables simultaneously.
• Operational financial modeling and valuation experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff.
• Very strong work ethic and careful attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advising companies and stakeholders in out-of-court and in-court restructurings.
• Raising third-party financing.
• Providing distressed M&A advisory services.
• Advising in bespoke special situations with one or multiple constituents.
• Participating in complex negotiations on behalf of clients.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Excel

AI tools

Job description

Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc. is seeking an Associate in Financial Restructuring to work on a range of engagements, including debtor- and creditor-side assignments spanning capital markets, refinancing, M&A, and broader restructurings.

The role emphasizes exposure to financial advisory products and industries, with responsibilities in advising on restructurings, raising financing, distressed M&A, and bespoke special situations while collaborating across teams.