2026 Summer Financial Analyst – Capital Solutions,

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hogan Lovells Full time £40,000 - £80,000 per year

Business Unit:

Capital Solutions

Industry:

Capital Markets Group

Overview

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, 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 years, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past 10 years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past 11 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.

Capital Solutions

Houlihan Lokey's Capital Solutions Group comprises more than 170 professionals globally and offers clients a broad range of tailored financing alternatives and strategic financial advice. Our team has deep senior-level relationships across the capital markets and a long track record of raising capital across varying market conditions. With deep expertise in both private and public markets, we are committed to delivering innovative, value-enhancing solutions that support long-term success for our clients.

Equity Private Placements

Within Capital Solutions, Equity Private Placements is a product area in which Houlihan Lokey has a best-in-class track record and market reputation globally.

Following new senior hires in EMEA, the Equity Private Placements team is experiencing rapid growth. We advise some of the most ambitious private companies on the origination and structuring of private equity capital, including primary & secondary fundraisings, hybrid and structured equity. We operate across multiple EMEA geographies, in a range of industries supporting both high-growth disruptors and established market leaders. To meet the growing demand for our expertise and services, we are seeking to hire ambitious people who want to work on the frontier of a fast-evolving space in the financial landscape.

Scope
 

As a Summer Financial Analyst in our Equity Private Placements team, you will work alongside experienced professionals dedicated to providing innovative capital solutions for businesses in need of strategic growth funding. You will gain valuable exposure into how capital is structured and raised.

Your role will be to support the team in the execution of transactions, raising capital across various equity and equity-linked financing types, applicable across diverse situations including growth capital, direct minority secondary share sale, acquisition financing and recapitalizations for high-growth companies.

In this role, you will perform market research, assist in preparing client-ready presentations, financial models and transaction materials, coordinating communications with clients and investors, gaining live deal insights into what investment banking and the world of minority equity financing entails.

Houlihan Lokey provides a collegial, entrepreneurial work environment. We reward our Summer Financial Analysts with substantial responsibilities, interaction with senior-level professionals, and live engagements. People who join the team will develop valuable expertise in a fast-growing capital market segment, and build relationships both across Houlihan Lokey and in the wider market.

Requirements/Qualifications

  • Must be in your penultimate year of study at a highly regarded university – completing your final university assessments in Spring or Summer 2027
  • Some knowledge/understanding of Private Capital Markets or Equity Capital Markets
  • A high-level understanding of valuation methodologies and financial modelling (e.g. LBO or DCF models)
  • Strong financial knowledge and understanding of Excel and PowerPoint
  • Strong quantitative and analytical skills with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail
  • 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.



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