Associate, Primary Capital Advisory

Business Unit: Capital Solutions

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Overview

Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a leading global investment bank recognized for delivering independent strategic and financial advice to corporations, financial sponsors, and governments. With uniquely deep industry expertise, broad international reach, and a partnership approach rooted in trust, the firm provides innovative, integrated solutions across mergers and acquisitions, capital solutions, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Our unmatched transaction volumes provide differentiated, data-driven perspectives that help our clients achieve their most critical goals. To learn more about Houlihan Lokey, please visit HL.com.

Capital Solutions

Houlihan Lokey’s Capital Solutions Group was named World’s Best and Europe’s Best for Capital Markets Advisory at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026. The group comprises more than 240 professionals globally and offers clients a broad range of tailored financing alternatives and strategic financial advice in the public and private capital markets through the issuance of debt, equity, or hybrid securities. Our team has raised ~$42 billion across over 140 transactions in the past 12 months* and has a presence in 18 offices and eight countries globally. 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. The European Capital Solutions team is comprised of more than 100 professionals in Europe operating out of offices in London, Paris, Frankfurt, Munich, Milan, Madrid, and Zurich. The European team continues to grow, advising clients across numerous industries and sectors, and has dedicated teams providing PE and Corporate Debt Advisory, Infrastructure Capital Advisory, Real Estate Advisory, Hybrid Capital Advisory, Equity Private Placements, Direct Equity, GP- and LP-led Secondaries, Primary Capital Advisory, and GP Advisory. *LTM as of September 30, 2026.

Houlihan Lokey Primary Capital Advisory (“PCA”) is an established but growing player in the private equity fund placement and advisory space. PCA has an experienced team of approximately 40 people across seven offices in the U.S. and Europe who have collectively worked on over 300 fundraises since 2010 across a wide array of private equity strategies.

We are looking for an experienced Associate to join our team in London as we continue our growth journey.

Responsibilities

As an Associate in the primary capital advisory team, you will be involved in:

• Transaction Execution
  • Support the execution of primary fundraising mandates, taking a day-to-day lead on core project management workstreams.
  • Coordinate due diligence processes, including preparation of marketing materials (PPMs, DDQs, investor presentations).
  • Manage workstreams across investor outreach, pipeline tracking, and closing processes.
  • Assist senior team members in client dialogue and relationship management.
• Analytical & Marketing Support
  • Develop bespoke financial models for fund performance, portfolio analysis, and investor return scenarios as required for active and pipeline mandates.
  • Conduct market research, benchmarking, and investor mapping to support fundraising strategy.
  • Draft marketing materials and investor communications with precision and clarity.
• Team Leadership
  • Oversee Analysts in preparing materials and managing data rooms.
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
• Business Development
  • Support senior professionals in origination efforts and marketing initiatives.
  • Contribute to thought leadership and maintain awareness of private market trends.

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. Financial Analysts are given substantial responsibility and access to clients and investors and are encouraged to help us grow our business.

Basic Qualifications/ Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Education & Experience
  • Strong academic background (2:1 or equivalent degree minimum).
  • 3-4 years of experience in private capital advisory, placement agent, or related roles in investment banking or asset management.
• Technical Skills
  • Proven ability to execute fundraising processes and manage investor interactions.
  • Strong analytical skills, particularly in private markets.
• Soft Skills
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present confidently to senior stakeholders.
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple workstreams under pressure.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong work ethic and proactive approach.
• Industry Knowledge
  • Familiarity with private equity, private credit, and alternative investment strategies.
  • Understanding of LP dynamics and fundraising best practices.

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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