Graduate Financial Analyst - Corporate Finance (M&A)

Business Unit: Corporate Finance Industry: General 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. Corporate Finance The Houlihan Lokey Corporate Finance business has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, and other related advisory services for a broad range of clients. In addition, we have the proven ability to engineer and execute financing solutions that are essential for growth and success and offer access to financing in the public and alternative capital markets through the issuance of debt, equity, or hybrid securities. In EMEA, we work with a wide spectrum of companies, from middle-market privately owned enterprises to large multinational organizations. With a growing platform of Corporate Finance professionals and offices across the region, in addition to our global reach and in-depth knowledge across a broad range of industries, we have the breadth and targeted expertise to provide exceptional client service. ** Houlihan Lokey operates in Australia through its subsidiary, Houlihan Lokey (Australia) Pty Limited. Houlihan Lokey does not otherwise act through a branch, office or permanent establishment in Australia and does not provide banking services, securities brokerage services or accept deposits from or offer investment products to retail clients in Australia. Furthermore, Houlihan Lokey (Australia) Pty Limited is not authorised as an authorised deposit-taking institution (ADI) in Australia with the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA). ** Please note that we are currently only hiring for an January 2027 start date. Responsibilities As a Graduate Financial Analyst in our Sydney office, you will work alongside experienced investment bankers in a stimulating, fast-paced environment on corporate finance and M&A advisory assignments for clients across various industries. The team’s engagements principally include M&A transactions (Sponsor, Public, and Private), with a strong focus on sell-side transactions. As a Financial Analyst, you will: Prepare, analyse and help explain historical and projected financial information Create financial models Coordinate and perform business due diligence Prepare confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches and other presentations Conduct research on sectors, companies and potential buyers Value companies and businesses Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients and prospective clients and professional advisors Assist in planning of engagements Requirements and Qualifications Strong academic track record with 75+ WAM (or equivalent Distinction average) from a highly regarded university, completing your degree in 2026 / early 2027 and available to commence full-time in early 2027 (preferably studying Accounting, Economics, Finance, Commerce, or a related quantitative discipline) Minimum 1 year of M&A experience Strong quantitative, financial, and analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail An understanding of valuation theory, methodologies, and applications Proficient skill in Excel and PowerPoint Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English Strong interpersonal skills An independent, solutions-focused mindset Highly motivated, with the ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff in a rapidly changing, demanding, but ultimately rewarding environment Most importantly, we seek to attract dedicated, team-oriented candidates with a deep desire to win, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to work hard to achieve the highest standards of performance 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. #LI-120512