Industrial M&A VP — Lead Transactions & Client Growth

US.020 Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

US.020 Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Vice President in the Industrials Group to lead client execution and business development primarily in M&A sell-side transactions.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of investment banking experience, overseeing financial modeling and mentoring junior staff. We offer a competitive compensation package with a base salary estimate of $250,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant investment banking experience or MBA graduates with at least 4 years of investment banking experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting, valuation methodologies, and applied financial theory.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and analysis of historical and projected financial information.
• Oversee financial modeling, valuation analyses, and transaction structuring.
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate transaction execution teams.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members while ensuring high-quality analytical output.

Skills

Accounting knowledge

Valuation methodologies

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team leadership

Client relationship building

Education

MBA or equivalent experience

Job description

US.020 Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc. in Chicago seeks a Vice President in the Industrials Group to lead client execution and business development primarily in M&A sell-side transactions.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of investment banking experience, overseeing financial modeling and mentoring junior staff. We offer a competitive compensation package with a base salary estimate of $250,000.