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HL RX SA2025
Wanted to start a thread. Anyone interview yet?
Houlihan Lokey Recruiting Starting in November?
I'm a current sophomore, and I just noticed that Houlihan Lokey posted 2025 Summer Analyst positions in LA, but we're only in November. Is there something I'm not understanding here or is HL really recruiting this early? I thought the earliest firms recruited in February
Financial Restructuring
I recently came across some postings for financial restructuring roles at HL and haven't been able to find much about it on WSO. Hoping someone in the field can provide some insights. How are the hours compared to normal IB? From my knowledge, these roles are at investment banks, but aren't actually...
Lazard Fires Top Restructuring Banker Accused of Inappropriate Behavior
Lazard fired Reid Snellenbarger this week after a 4th of July party gone wrong. He had just joined the firm in April.
PLEASE HELP: Houlihan Lokey Financial Advisory And Valuation Group
Hello guys, I am in the process with HL for a Financial Analyst position in London in their Financial Advisory And Valuation Group - Portfolio Valuation Group. I really need Inside on the group to make up my mind especially about exit opportunities. I come from a target school and I have previous...
HL is Increasing the Salaries for Analysts
I work in a main HL office (think NY or London) and some MDs have confirmed, informally though, that analysts will receive base salary bumps in August to align base compensation with the rest of the street. Any of you monkeys have further insights on this? I excpect base in NY to be bumped to An1...
HL RX NY vs LA
I'm a sophomore looking into 2024 SA programs and noticed that HL's NY and LA RX offices seem to run very independently from one another. Curious as to which one may be a better destination as a SA and Analyst regarding lifestyle, comp (if different at all), and exit opportunities? From what I...
HL 2024 Summer Analyst
Just wanted to open a thread for SA 2024 since havent seen one
Houlihan Lokey Rx 2024 SA
Hey everyone, just trying to set up a thread for discussing HL Rx 2024 summer analyst related things. I know first rounds came out a while ago (and apparently a second batch came out today). Hoping that people can share things related to how the recruitment process goes as well as keep each other...
2024 HL Rising Leaders
Hi. Has anyone heard the decision for in-person 2024 Houlihan Lokey Rising Leaders program in New York?
HL Rising Leaders Program
Has anyone heard back about the in-person HL Rising Leaders Program program?
HL Restructuring
Hey fellow monkes, Have heard HL is hiring analysts for their restructuring team in Singapore. Anyone have any information on their team structure/culture/dealflow and willing to share? Thanks
Houlihan 2-Hour Modeling Test
Hi, I have an upcoming modeling test for an Associate position in HL's consumer group. Was told it would be a 2-hour DCF modeling test. Anyone have any experience with this specific test or any pointers? Wondering if it's more focused on building out a three statement model and simple DCF at the...
What should I do after I connected with the HR of Houlihan Lockey on Linkedin
Hey guys, I'm a fresher who wants to get into IB and I'm preparing to apply to a bunch of Spring Insight Programmes. Last Thursday there was a presentation on Houlihan Lokey at my uni, I was really fascinated by this boutique. And at the end of the presentation, I connected with the recruiter, the...
Prestige level of new HLHZ logo
Old version had retro chic, looked badass strapped to the back of an HP-12C (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/th…) New one is very generic. Globe = not America = weak, no freedom (https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/3/…) HLHZ analysts how does it feel to be cucked by...
HL Drug Test
Incoming AN1- does HL drug test? Thanks for the help in advance!
HL Bonus Numbers?
Incoming AN1- wondering what bonus numbers were this year for CF. Heard they came out / are coming out today. Any info would be much appreciated.
HL CorpFin (M&A) LA insights
How is HL CorpFin (M&A) in terms of Culture / Rep / Deal Flow / Comp / Exits? I know they are known for RX but how does the M&A group compare to the street. Was more specifically wondering about the LA office (HQ).
Houlihan Lokey (M&A)
Wasn't able to find much info on HL CF (M&A) and was wondering what their rep is like on the street. What is Comp / Deal Flow / Culture / Exit like? Was wondering more specifically about the LA office (HQ).
Houlihan Lokey 2022 Outlook
Hey all, current analyst at lower MM firm (think Stifel / Raymond James / Truist). I just got a first round interview for a non-RX (CF) role at Houlihan Lokey in NYC and am curious on overall outlook of the firm. I know they are a volume shop and closed the most deals last year but want to know more...
HL Bonuses
Everyone except analysts at HL should be getting their bonus numbers this week and if the Litquidity post is to be believed, seems like it went poorly for the record year 2021 was. Post your Position and #s below.
Houlihan Lokey CFR
Any insight into HL's Consumer food and retail group (I think its based in Chi?). culture-wise, exit, comp, office size?
Houlihan Lokey SF Tech M&A
Does anyone know anything about Houlihan Lokey SF Tech M&A? Would love to hear the broader community's thoughts.
Houlihan Lokey SF Tech M&A
Does anyone know anything about Houlihan Lokey SF Tech M&A? Just got an offer for 2023 SA and have liked my conversations with them but only have a couple of weeks to decide.
Houlihan Lokey Debt Advisory / Financial Restructuring Prep
Got an interview lined up for a debt advisory / financial restructuring analyst position in Europe and was wondering if any RX professionals could guide me on how to best prepare. Are there any guides out there that are dedicated to RX? Coming from a IBD, and Big4 restructuring background I am aware...
Converting Spring Week at Houlihan Lokey
It's the first time HL is doing a (convert to summer int) spring week, albeit virtually. I'm a first-year at Cass. I'm one of 5 (i think?) other candidates. I'm legible for Diversity stuff. How do I maximise my chances of converting the spring week to a summer internship (M&A not RX)
Associate Lateral from WF Worth it?
I’m currently in a top group at WF and contemplating lateraling to a top MM, think Blair/Baird/HL. Does this move seem worth it as an associate if I’m not sure I want to do banking long term? Would my exit ops be different?
Worth Lateraling from WF as an Associate?
I’m currently in a top group at WF and thinking of lateraling to a top MM, think Blair/Baird/HL. Would this move be worth it or am I better just staying at WF? Would it change my exit ops? How do the lifestyles compare?
Houlihan Lokey update?
New to the industry and doing some research on mid-market IB's although there doesn't seem to be as much info on Houlihan Lokey compared to other firms (Baird, WB, Jeff etc.). How is the deal flow for the M&A group (have heard they work their analysts to the bone)? And how's the comp? According to a...
Will Houlihan Lokey Bump Salaries?
All banks are bumping again, but no news on HL. Does anybody know something? I want more money $$$$$
Houlihan Lokey SA Pay Increase
Incoming 2022 Corp Fin SA. Was wondering if HLs base pay increase will apply to SAs as well / if anyone has gotten an updated offer letter.
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HL NYC Modeling Exam
Just had my excel modeling exam for HL (analyst). 3 statement model, DCF and a sensitivity analysis for WACC. Got through the 3 statement and DCF fine, but ran out of time on the sensitivity analysis and slapped some hard coded numbers down in tabular form. Not sure what to think, Am I a certainty...
Rothschild (LDN) M&A or Debt Advisory/Restructuring?
Hi guys, I've been fortunate enough to get a summer internship at Rothschild and I have to choose between either M&A or Debt Advisory/Restructuring (Rothschild put DCM and restructuring under the same group), but I don't know what to pick! I'm drawn towards restructuring as I find the debt analysis...
Houlihan Lokey Corporate Finance in London
I have seen comments on this forum that Houlihan Lokey is only an EB for RX and is MM for the rest. Does anyone have any more insight on how their Corporate Finance team compares to other MM firms, e.g. RBC, Gleacher Shacklock, HSBC. Or is it more comparable to LMM firms like Lincoln International,...
HL Biz Services M&A in LA
Does anyone have experience with the HL Biz Services team in LA? Been seeing their job postings on LinkedIn recently for lateral hires and want to see what the general thoughts and opinions of the team/culture/hours/etc. are before really throwing my hat into the arena. Anything helps. Thanks
Seeking interview advice
Dear WSO friends, Just got an interview for an entry-level role next week with an SVP at Houlihan Lokey. Could anyone share a bit about your experience interviewing at Houlihan? Also, any information about Houlihan's culture and working environment will be much appreciated! Thanks:)
Never Heard Back from a Superday
Hey everyone. I had a superday for HL FVA Summer Internship three weeks ago and have yet to hear back from anyone about whether I got the offer. By now I assume I didn't, but find it strange that no one reached out. I emailed the HR person who organized the interview, and got no response. Moving...
Houlihan Lokey Perks?
Incoming SA in Corp Fin, wanted to know what some of Houlihan's perks are for both SA's as well as for full time just out of curiosity. Can't seem to really find anything online.
HL RX (Real Estate) NY
Can anyone provide some insights on HL's FRG RE group (NY)? What does the group do and how are the exit ops? An upperclassman I know was in the process but didn't make it far. He mentioned he got grilled with Rx and real estate technicals in the second round and got cut after that. I am very...
Houlihan Lokey Boston TMT SA
Has anyone heard anything from HL Boston TMT superday? .............................................
Houlihan RX Cycle
Does anyone know if Houlihan RX Superdays are out yet? Saw a few people posting about first rounds and know those started a while ago.
HL 2022 SA IB Corp Fin
I heard first rounds are already out? But I'm at a target and haven't received anything so am I dinged? Only applied to NY Office. Can anyone confirm, thanks.
Houlihan Lokey Phone Interview + Technical Assessment
Hi all, I was offered an interview for Houlihan Lokey's Portfolio Valuation group and told that I would be completing a 1 hour technical assessment. I was wondering if anyone had any idea what to expect as I have no idea what to study. Thanks in advance
Houlihan Lokey - office/groups with best culture?
A lot of the info covering the culture and hours at HL seems to be conflicting and out of date. Can we get an update on the best groups and office locations for culture and quality of life? I've heard that the guys in NYC, DAL, and LA get absolutely worked while the Midwest offices (CHI/MN) are...
Houlihan Lokey - Post-MBA Associate - Modeling Case Study
I'm a 4th year M&A attorney at an elite law firm looking to pivot into investment banking. I'm interviewing for a post-MBA associate role in Houlihan's New York office in their Debt Capital Markets group. I'm expected to perform a modeling case study over a few hours in my next session. Anyone have...
2020 Canadian Stock Pitch Competition
Register for UWFA's 9th Annual Stock Pitch Competition in partnership with BMO Capital Markets! The competition will be held through Zoom on Saturday, November 14th to Sunday, November 15th. If you are interested in participating, groups of 1-3 are encouraged to sign up before the registration...
Houlihan Lokey Chicago - Culture and Groups
Does anyone know what the culture is like in the Chicago office? Does it vary at all by coverage groups? Work-Life Balance? Have heard RX is sweaty but haven't heard much about the other groups...
HL LA RX Phone Screen
I was just wondering if anyone has heard back from the Houlihan Lokey RX phone screen for the LA office for a super day. Had my screen last week if that helps.
Need Help Comparing SA Offers: Raine Group, HL Corporate Finance SF, DBO Partners, Union Square Advisors
Thoughts on these boutiques? What are the reputations of these firms? Also want to know about deal flow, people, pay, and exit opps.
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