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About this 2028 Summer Financial Analyst - Financial Restructuring (Class of 2029) - Chicago role at Houlihan Lokey

Houlihan Lokey · Onsite · Chicago, IL, USA

Business Unit:

Financial Restructuring Group

Industry:

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Overview

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognized for delivering independent strategic and financial advice to corporations, financial sponsors, and governments. With uniquely deep industry expertise, broad international reach, and a partnership approach rooted in trust, the firm provides innovative, integrated solutions across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Our unmatched transaction volumes provide differentiated, data-driven perspectives that help our clients achieve their most critical goals. To learn more about Houlihan Lokey, please visit HL.com.

Financial Restructuring

Houlihan Lokey has the largest worldwide financial restructuring practice of any investment banking firm, with offices and experienced professionals located across the globe. Since its inception in 1988, the restructuring group has advised on more than 1,900 restructuring transactions with aggregate debt claims in excess of $4 trillion. With nearly 300 dedicated restructuring professionals worldwide, our group has a significant global presence. We serve clients domestically and around the world, providing extensive resources to staff each case. Our broad base of clients and extensive experience allow us to understand the dynamics of each restructuring situation and the needs, attitudes, and positions of all parties in interest.

Job Description


Summer Financial Analysts in the Financial Restructuring Group will work on a variety of transaction types, including creditor- and debtor-side restructurings and distressed M&A engagements, both in- and out-of-court. The group offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects that provide exposure to various financial advisory and investment banking products and industries. These services include debt and equity financings, balance sheet restructurings, distressed M&A advisory services, and special situation principal investing. The environment at Houlihan Lokey is aggressive and entrepreneurial and, as such, rewards Summer Financial Analysts with substantial responsibility.


Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree with a graduation date between December 2028 and June 2029
  • Coursework in accounting and finance or a demonstrated interest in such topics
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • A fundamental understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications
  • Strong analytical abilities and computer skills (Excel)
  • A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff

Compensation and Benefits

Houlihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package. The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is:

$120,000-$120,000

Actual salary at the time of hire may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant qualifications, skills, and experience and the location where this position may be filled.

Houlihan Lokey provides a competitive benefits package. Our current benefits offerings can be found here:

2026 Benefits

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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How this Financial Analyst salary compares

This role pays $120,000/yr — above the typical range for Financial Analyst roles.

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About Houlihan Lokey

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognized for delivering independent strategic and financial advice to corporations, financial sponsors, and governments. With uniquely deep industry expertise, broad international reach, and a partnership approach rooted in trust, the firm provides innovative, integrated solutions across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Our unmatched transaction volumes provide differentiated, data-driven perspectives that help our clients achieve their most critical goals. To learn more about Houlihan Lokey, please visit HL.com .

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