Houlihan Lokey SF Tech
Any recent insight on HL’s SF Tech team? Curious about culture, comp/bonus, hours/WLB, deal flow, exits, and overall reputation.
Have seen a lot on HL broadly/RX, but less on NY Tech specifically.
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, there isn't specific recent insight on Houlihan Lokey's SF Tech team. However, here are some general takeaways about HL and its various groups:
Culture: HL is known for having a generally positive culture, though it can vary by group and office. The SF office, particularly in tech, has been described as having a laid-back yet sharp team dynamic, with senior members often coming from strong BB backgrounds.
Compensation/Bonus: While specific numbers for SF Tech aren't detailed, HL overall is competitive in the middle-market space. Bonuses and comp are generally solid but may not match the top-tier BBs or EBs.
Hours/Work-Life Balance: Hours can be demanding, as is typical in investment banking, but HL has been noted for caring about its employees, offering better-than-average work-life balance compared to some peers.
Deal Flow: HL is a volume shop, focusing on execution rather than just pitching. While RX is their flagship, their Corporate Finance (CF) groups, including tech, are strong and focus heavily on M&A. The SF Tech team has been involved in notable deals, including billion-dollar transactions.
Exits: Analysts from HL's tech teams, particularly in SF, have been seen interviewing at top-tier private equity (PE) and growth equity funds, especially on the West Coast. The SF office works closely with the LA office, which is well-regarded for tech-related deals.
Reputation: HL is considered one of the best middle-market banks, with a strong reputation in RX and growing credibility in tech M&A. While it may not have the prestige of GS or MS, it offers excellent deal exposure and learning opportunities.
If you're looking for more specific details about the SF Tech team, reaching out to current or former employees via LinkedIn or networking events might provide additional clarity.
Sources: Moelis SF (tech) info + exit ops?, Houlihan Lokey NY Corporate Finance Groups/Culture/Outlook?, Houlihan Lokey Reputation, Houlihan Lokey reputation (2020)
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