Industrials M&A VP - Lead Deals & Client Strategy

Houlihan Lokey, Inc.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 225,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. in Chicago, IL seeks an Investment Banking Vice President in the Industrials group to lead M&A sell-side engagements and drive client strategies. You will oversee financial modeling, valuation analyses, due diligence, and transaction execution with senior stakeholders.

You will mentor junior bankers, manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment, and contribute to winning new business while delivering high-quality analytical output for diverse industrial clients.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of investment banking experience or MBA with 4+ years IB experience.
• Strong accounting, valuation methodologies, and financial theory.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with leadership and client relationship focus.
• Proven drive, entrepreneurial spirit, and long-term client development.

Responsibilities

• Lead 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.
• Prepare confidential information memoranda, management presentations, and marketing materials.
• Support new business development, including pitch creation and client strategy development.
• Maintain active communication with clients, prospective clients, and professional advisors.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members while ensuring high-quality output.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation analysis

Due diligence

Client management

Leadership

Communication

Education

MBA degree

Finance or accounting background

Job description

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. in Chicago, IL seeks an Investment Banking Vice President in the Industrials group to lead M&A sell-side engagements and drive client strategies. You will oversee financial modeling, valuation analyses, due diligence, and transaction execution with senior stakeholders.

You will mentor junior bankers, manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment, and contribute to winning new business while delivering high-quality analytical output for diverse industrial clients.