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Executive Assistant - Investment Banking Job at Baird in Milwaukee

Business Unit: Corporate Finance Industry: HC - Healthcare Overview Houlihan Lokey, Inc. (NYSE:HLI) is a global investment bank with expertise in mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, financial restructuring, and financial and valuation advisory. Houlihan Lokey serves corporations, institutions, and governments worldwide with offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region. Independent advice and intellectual rigor are hallmarks of the firm’s commitment to client success across its advisory services.The firm is the No. 1 investment bank for global M&A transactions under $1 billion, the No. 1 M&A advisor for the past eight consecutive years in the U.S., the No. 1 global restructuring advisor for the past nine consecutive years, and the No. 1 global M&A fairness opinion advisor over the past 25 years, all based on number of transactions and according to data provided by Refinitiv.Corporate FinanceHoulihan Lokey has extensive expertise in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, activist shareholder and takeover defense, and other related advisory services for a broad range of U.S. and international clients. Our experience in M&A has earned us consistent recognition throughout the industry. In 2023, we were ranked the No. 1 M&A advisor for all U.S. transactions.HealthcareThe Healthcare Group is seeking to complement its team of professionals with an experienced, motivated Associate who will be immediately additive to the group. The composition of transaction work will be approximately 80% sell-side M&A, 10% debt and equity financing, and 10% financial restructuring.Associates are primarily responsible for the creation and oversight of financial models, marketing collateral, and client presentations, in addition to performing research and various analyses in support of new business generation and the execution of M&A transactions. Associates are afforded meaningful responsibility and are generally members of four-person deal teams comprising a Managing Director, Vice President, Associate, and Financial Analyst.As part of our team, you will:• Prepare, analyze, and explain historical and projected financial information• Coordinate and perform business due diligence and execute M&A transactions• Prepare marketing materials, confidential information presentations, management presentations, and other presentations as needed• Perform valuation and ad hoc financial analyses• Assist in the marketing and execution of existing engagements• Build relationships and maintain direct contact with clients, prospective clients, and professional advisors• Communicate effectively with all members of the team, including the supervision and mentoring of junior staff membersThe 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. Associates are given substantial responsibility and are encouraged to help us grow our business.Basic Qualifications• Advanced knowledge of accounting and finance• Undergraduate degree• 3+ years of Investment Banking experience• Strong analytical/technical and qualitative abilitiesPreferred Qualifications• Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Strong financial and computer skills (Excel, Word and PowerPoint)• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple project deliverables simultaneously• Extensive operational financial modeling and valuation experience• Hands-on M&A experience• Transaction experience in Healthcare is a plusSalary RangeHoulihan 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:$175,000.00-$225,000.00Actual 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.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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Are you ready to take your career to the next level as an Executive Assistant at Baird in beautiful Milwaukee? This is a unique opportunity in the fast-paced world of investment banking where you will play a key role in supporting a high-powered team within our Corporate Finance division. With a focus on the Healthcare sector, you will coordinate and execute M&A transactions, handle financial models, and help generate marketing materials and presentations that captivate clients. At Baird, we pride ourselves on our collaborative environment that encourages creativity and fresh ideas. As an Executive Assistant, you will closely work with a Managing Director, Vice President, and other professionals to drive the success of our transactions. Your responsibilities will include conducting business due diligence, drafting in-depth financial analyses, and managing client interactions while mentoring junior staff members. With a desire for excellence, you will thrive in a setting that values your advanced knowledge in finance and accounting, along with your strong analytical skills. We seek someone with at least three years of experience in investment banking, capable of managing multiple projects with finesse. If you have a passion for the healthcare industry and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our storied success in M&A transactions, we invite you to join our Milwaukee team. Let's build the future together!

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As an Executive Assistant at Baird in Milwaukee, you will take on crucial responsibilities such as preparing and analyzing financial information, coordinating business due diligence, and executing M&A transactions. You'll also be tasked with preparing marketing materials and presentations while fostering relationships with clients and advisors. Essentially, your role is central to supporting the Corporate Finance team to drive business success.