Business Unit:

Industry:

Overview

Houlihan Lokey (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. The firm serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide, with offices in the United States, 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.

Houlihan Lokey is the No. 1 investment bank for global M&A transactions under $1 billion, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past eight consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past nine 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 Refinitiv.

Corporate Finance

Houlihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, and other related advisory services for a broad range of U.S. and international clients. Our experience in M&A has earned us consistent recognition throughout the industry. In 2023, we were ranked the No. 1 M&A advisor for all Global and U.S. transactions.

Job Description

Houlihan Lokey is looking for a Data Analyst to join their Corporate Finance Analytics team. This role involves using analytics and technology to improve current processes, explore new datasets, and recommend actionable solutions. The Data Analyst will play a crucial role in introducing new platforms and enhancing existing capabilities for the company's growth.

This role requires strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of technology and data processes, and the ability to work collaboratively across various teams. It also involves a focus on innovation and the ability to identify opportunities for the application of data to investment bankers. The Analyst's work will play a significant role in shaping the company's growth and efficiency strategies.

The responsibilities of the Data Analyst in this role will include:

• Analyzing Processes: The Data Analyst will be responsible for assessing current processes within the Corporate Finance and identifying areas where technology and analytics can be applied to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Solution Creation: The Analyst will develop solutions by leveraging data analytics, technology tools, and other relevant resources to address identified process gaps and challenges.

• Implementation: After designing solutions, the Analyst will oversee the implementation process, ensuring that the new platforms and technology-driven processes are properly integrated into the existing systems.

• Stakeholder Collaboration: Close collaboration with key stakeholders is crucial. The Data Analyst will work closely with various teams, departments, and leaders to understand their needs and demonstrate how technology can drive growth and efficiency.

• Impact Assessment: Once the new solutions are implemented, the Analyst will be responsible for monitoring their adoption and measuring the impact on processes, efficiency, and overall outcomes.

• Reporting: The Analyst will prepare reports and presentations to communicate the results of implemented solutions, showcasing their contributions to the company's growth and streamlined operations.

• Adaptation and Improvement: As the company evolves and new challenges arise, the Data Analyst will need to adapt their strategies and solutions to ensure continued success and improvement.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of working experience using Python, accompanied by an understanding of data structures

• 1-2 years of working experience using SQL

• Experience presenting results and creating story-driven dashboards in Tableau and/or Sigma

• Experience in an analytics or consulting role

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, Statistics, Analytics or related field

• Enthusiastic about identifying and driving efficiencies

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team, comfortable with flexible work arrangements

• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills with strong attention to detail

• Ability to overcome roadblocks on their own with an eagerness to problem solve

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Salary Range

Houlihan Lokey is committed to providing its employees with an exciting career opportunity and competitive total compensation package, which may include other components such as discretionary incentive compensation . The firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible salary range for this role at the time of posting is:

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.

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.