2027 Summer Associate

About the Role

Houlihan Lokey is a leading global investment bank recognized for delivering independent strategic and financial advice. The Financial Restructuring Group has the largest worldwide financial restructuring practice of any investment banking firm. A Summer Associate in Financial Restructuring will work on a variety of transactions within the Financial Restructuring business, including creditor- and debtor-side restructurings and distressed M&A. The group offers a unique opportunity for Associates to work on a variety of projects that provide exposure to various financial advisory and investment banking products and industries.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising companies and stakeholders in out-of-court and in-court restructurings
• Raising debt and equity financing
• Providing distressed M&A advisory services
• Advising in special situations with elements of distressed investing
• Participating in complex negotiations on behalf of our clients

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Summer Associates are typically members of deal teams comprising at least one managing director, vice president, associate, and financial analyst.
• Teamwork is essential.
• Creativity and new ideas are encouraged.
• Summer Associates are given substantial responsibility.

Qualifications

• Must be seeking their MBA from a top accredited institution graduating between December 2027 and June 2028.
• Should be motivated, creative, outgoing, and possess strong communication and financial analysis skills.
• Must have a strong knowledge of accounting and applied financial theory.
• Keen analytical capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Compensation

• Salary: $175,000 - $175,000