Houlihan Lokey’s Aerospace/Defense/Government (ADG) Group provides M&A advisory as well as capital raising, restructuring, and financial advisory services to leading aerospace, defense and government services companies. With approximately 25 investment bankers located in Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., our ADG Group is among the largest of its kind on Wall Street and our clients include some of the industry’s most impressive companies.

Job Description

New associates work on a variety of transactions that provide exposure to various investment banking services, including mergers and acquisitions, private placements of debt and equity, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts.

In the ADG Group, responsibilities include supporting new business development and investment banking engagements, as well as:  

• Preparing, analyzing and explaining historical and projected financial information; 
• Coordinating and performing business due diligence; 
• Preparing confidential information memoranda, management presentations, marketing pitches, and other presentations; 
• Valuing companies and businesses; 
• Assisting in the marketing and planning of engagements; and
• Building relationships and maintaining direct contact with clients and prospective clients as well as professional advisors.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should a strong work ethic and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. The environment at Houlihan Lokey is both collegial and entrepreneurial.  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, outgoing, and possess strong skills in financial analysis. Candidates must have a strong knowledge of accounting and applied financial theory, keen analytical capabilities, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

ADG experience is preferred, but not required. One to two years of prior investment banking experience is required. Course work in accounting and finance is highly recommended.

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V