Business Unit:Corporate Finance
Industry:Technology
Job DescriptionTechnology GroupOur Technology Group is a global team and a recognized leader in providing high-quality, relationship-based advice, guiding clients through M&A and capital raise transactions.
The environment at Houlihan Lokey is both collegial and entrepreneurial. Teamwork is essential to the firm's success, and creativity and new ideas are encouraged.
Houlihan Lokey's Technology Group is the No. 1 technology advisor globally based on number of transactions.
Job DescriptionAs an Associate, you will:
- Work with senior professionals covering Software and Digital Media clients
- Learn about a range of end-markets: supply chain software, proptech, education technology, HCM software, semiconductors, sports tech, etc.
- Support teams working on M&A as well as equity / debt capital raises
- Research economic and industry-specific developments
- Analyze financial statements and other investment attributes of publicly traded as well as private companies
- Help prepare marketing materials and other presentations
- Build relationships with clients and prospective clients
- Supervise and mentor junior staff
Qualifications The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Strong academic track record, with a background in finance, accounting, business or economics
- 3-4 years of investment banking experience (technology coverage preferred)
- Solid understanding of the entire sell-side M&A process, along with proven experience in successfully closing deals
- Advanced financial modeling and analytical abilities, as well as a deep understanding of financial statements
- Advanced knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A high degree of intellectual curiosity and a desire to never stop learning
- Keen attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in work product
- Ability to manage rapid timelines and proactively manage any potential conflicts
- Ability to exercise sound judgment, make informed decisions, and act independently
- Comfort presenting to and engaging with senior colleagues, clients, and counterparties
- Commitment to the firm and our clients
Compensation and BenefitsHoulihan 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:
$175,000
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.
Houlihan Lokey provides a competitive benefits package. Our current benefits offerings can be found here:
2026 Benefits 
