Data Analyst - Financial Restructuring, New York
Business Unit:Financial Restructuring GroupIndustry:GeneralOverviewHoulihan 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.Financial RestructuringHoulihan Lokey has the largest worldwide financial restructuring practice of any investment banking firm, with offices and experienced professionals located across the globe. Since its inception in 1988, the restructuring group has advised on more than 1,900 restructuring transactions with aggregate debt claims in excess of $4 trillion. With nearly 300 dedicated restructuring professionals worldwide, our group has a significant global presence. We serve clients domestically and around the world, providing extensive resources to staff each case. Our broad base of clients and extensive experience allow us to understand the dynamics of each restructuring situation and the needs, attitudes, and positions of all parties in interest.Houlihan Lokey (NYSE: HLI) is seeking a detail-oriented, analytically driven Data Analyst to join our Financial Restructuring Group’s Operations Team. This role reports to a Senior Vice President within the FR Ops Team. In this role, you will drive enhancements to the group’s data collection infrastructure and translate raw information into actionable competitive intelligence. You will streamline marketing initiatives, sharpen go-to-market strategies, and build performance-tracking frameworks that support the most active restructuring practice in the world - while developing and maintaining benchmarking data that global deal teams rely on every day.ResponsibilitiesAs a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to:Develop and refine competitive intelligence reporting and market-facing analytics to inform go-to-market strategy and business development effortsConduct in-depth analysis of Houlihan Lokey’s market share, win rates, and client hiring patterns across the private equity and credit landscapeSupport the development and continuous improvement of screening tools that drive our origination efforts within Financial RestructuringMaintain and enhance our proprietary benchmarking information for the Financial Restructuring Group, including Pitchbooks and various studies (Fee, DIP, MIP, etc.) relevant to deal teams on a regular basisPrepare internal management analyses, including capacity reports, revenue tracking, and other performance metrics to support FR leadership and executive decision-makingSupport the preparation of materials for CEO, CFO, and Board-level reporting, with the understanding that certain analyses may be incorporated into public company filingsDevelop ad-hoc reports, in-depth analyses, and high-impact materials to support global bankers and senior leadershipIdentify and implement AI-driven workflows to enhance data analysis, marketing, and reporting efficiencyMaintain a strong working knowledge of financial markets, macroeconomic trends, and credit market developmentsCollaborate cross-functionally with corporate departments – including Accounting, Legal, IT, Marketing, and Human Capital Management - to support management infrastructure, analytics capabilities, and group-level alignmentEnsure the highest standards of data integrity and accuracy in all reporting and analysis, while monitoring data enrichment practicesQualificationsWe are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications and attributes:Bachelor's degree is required1–3 years of investment banking experience; Financial Restructuring background preferredExpert proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is essentialExperience with financial data platforms and CRM systems (e.g., Bloomberg, Octus, Debtwire, CapIQ, PitchBook, Salesforce)Familiarity with financial markets, macroeconomic indicators, and credit/restructuring market dynamicsProficiency with AI tools for financial research and productivity (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini); ability to apply AI workflows to data analysis and document synthesisA demonstrated ability to work cooperatively and effectively with all levels of staffThe ability to professionally represent the group within internal and external settingsStrong analytical abilities with attention to detailExcellent organizational and time management skillsExceptional verbal and written communication skillsStrong work ethic and commitment to excellenceActual 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.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-$200,000Actual 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 BenefitsWe 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.