US.020 Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisors, Inc. · New York, NY

Associate - Financial Restructuring, New York — New York, NY

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Full job description

Business Unit:

Financial Restructuring GroupIndustry:

General

Overview

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

An 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. These services include debt and equity financings, distressed M&A advisory services, and special situation principal investing. These services can include.

  • 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

Associates are typically members of deal teams comprising at least one managing director, vice president, associate, and financial analyst.

Basic Qualifications

Teamwork is essential to the firm’s success. At the same time, creativity and new ideas are encouraged. Associates are given substantial responsibility and are encouraged to help us grow our business. The ideal candidate should be motivated, creative, and outgoing in addition to the qualifications below.

  • Demonstrated knowledge of accounting and finance
  • An undergraduate degree, including an exemplary academic record, from an accredited institution
  • 3+ years of relevant work experience in similar roles within investment banking
  • Strong analytical/technical and qualitative abilities
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong public speaking and presentation skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple project deliverables simultaneously
  • Extensive operational financial modeling and valuation experience
  • A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff
  • Very strong work ethic and careful attention to detail

Compensation and Benefits

$175,000 - $225,000

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.

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