Graduate Financial Analyst – Corporate Finance (Consumer Group)

About the role

Houlihan Lokey's Consumer Group is looking for a Graduate Financial Analyst to join its Zurich team as part of the 2027 graduate class. You will support corporate finance engagements for the Consumer M&A advisory team, which covers sell-side and buy-side M&A transactions in the consumer sector. The work is done alongside a team of professionals with broad exposure to the issues facing companies and investors.

Key responsibilities

• Research and analyse financial statements, general economic conditions, industry-specific developments, acquisitions and divestitures, and investment attributes of publicly traded and private companies.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of capital raisings and financing structures.
• Support the transaction team on corporate finance assignments, working with senior-level professionals on live engagements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree, or final year of university (graduating in Summer 2027).
• Fluency in German and English; additional languages are an advantage.
• Available to start full-time employment no later than July 2027.
• Ideally 6+ months of internship experience in M&A, private equity or another relevant field.
• Dedicated, team-oriented candidate with a strong work ethic.

Required skills

• Understanding of valuation theory, methodologies and applications.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Strong financial and computer skills, including proficient use of Excel and PowerPoint.