Business Unit:

Financial And Valuation Advisory

Industry:

Corporate Valuation Advisory Services

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 and Valuation Advisory

Over the past 50+ years, Houlihan Lokey has established one of the largest worldwide financial and valuation advisory practices. Our transaction expertise and leadership in the field of valuation inspire confidence in the financial executives, boards of directors, special committees, investors, and business owners we serve. In 2025, LSEG ranked us the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years. Our stability, integrity, technical leadership, and global capabilities make us a trusted advisor for clients worldwide, across a wide range of services, including the Transaction Opinions, Transaction Advisory Services, Corporate Valuation Advisory Services, Portfolio Valuation and Fund Advisory Services, Real Estate Valuation and Advisory Services, and Dispute Resolution Consulting practices.

Job Description – Experienced Financial Analyst, IP Valuation & Advisory Services

Overview

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services. The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for all global M&A transactions for the past two consecutive years, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past 10 consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past 11 consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by LSEG (formerly Refinitiv).

Scope

Our IP Valuation & Advisory Services team provides specialized valuation services for intellectual property (IP) assets, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. We advise clients on the value of their IP for transactions (M&A, capital raising, licensing), financial reporting, tax compliance, litigation support, and strategic decision-making. As part of a global consulting firm, our work combines deep industry knowledge with rigorous quantitative analysis.

Job Description

We are seeking an Experienced Analyst to join our IP Valuation & Advisory Services team in our Mumbai office. In this role, you will be part of an interdisciplinary team that focuses on complex IP analytics, financial models, and valuation Experienced Analysts take a lead role on significant portions of engagements, valuing intangible assets and IP-rich businesses in connection with mergers and acquisitions, corporate strategy, and financial and tax reporting requirements.

Experienced Analysts support engagements and drive new business development by:

• Independently analyzing and explaining complex historical and projected financial information.
• Executing detailed business, industry, and financial due diligence with a focus on IP assets.
• Conducting in-depth industry and sub-sector research related to technology, innovation, and intellectual property trends to generate unique insights.
• Valuing intellectual property assets and IP-focused businesses using various methodologies (e.g., relief from royalty, multi-period excess earnings, discounted cash flow), often with limited supervision.
• Developing and owning complex financial models to support valuation analyses and strategic advice.
• Taking a primary role in drafting client presentations, detailed valuation reports, and other deliverables.
• Actively participating in business development initiatives and client pitches

Qualifications

• Prior experience in consulting, investment banking, valuation, or a related quantitative field is preferred.
• Advanced quantitative, financial modeling, and analytical abilities are essential. While extensive knowledge of IP is not a prerequisite, a demonstrated interest in technology and innovation is a strong plus.
• Strong fundamental understanding and application of financial valuation methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to structure and resolve complex issues.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• A high degree of professionalism, a strong work ethic, and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities under pressure.
• Be an independent thinker and resourceful problem solver driven to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• High degree of professionalism, work ethic, organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multi-task.

Additional consideration will be given to candidates who possess:

• Chartered Accountants / CFA / MBA degree from an accredited institution
• Direct experience in IP valuation, technology-focused finance/consulting, or transaction advisory.
• A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff and act as a mentor for junior analysts.

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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