What to Expect

Our three-year professional development programme demonstrates Houlihan Lokey’s commitment to mentorship. The program features scheduled training, constructive feedback, and internal and external networking events. Take a look at a snapshot of your first three years at Houlihan Lokey.

A Financial Analyst's First Year
A Financial Analyst's Second Year
A Financial Analyst's Third Year (Optional)

First Year — focusing on company and industry analysis, financial modelling

Event	Career Development Details
New Hire Training Programme	Our training programme offers an introduction to the firm and an opportunity to meet other Financial Analysts and Houlihan Lokey professionals. In addition to various technical topics that will prepare you to handle your job responsibilities, we will review the goals, milestones and expectations of the Financial Analyst Programme.
Assignment of Mentors	We recognise that mentoring is key to the future success of our Financial Analysts. Following an introduction to our professionals, you will choose a mentor who will assist you throughout the programme.
Mentor Meetings	Your first mentor meeting will take place during the first three months of your employment, and you should plan to meet with your mentor at least quarterly.
Ongoing Training	Periodically we will hold tailored training sessions to supplement your initial and on-the-job training. Topics might include, for example, advanced modelling, comparable company analyses, writing skills, and tax and legal issues.
Firm Events	Firm events can be a great opportunity to meet professionals from other groups and learn about new areas. We encourage our Financial Analysts to spend time with their colleagues outside of the business setting.
Midyear Performance Review	After your first six months as a Financial Analyst, you will receive an informal midyear performance review from your supervisor to pinpoint your strengths and identify areas for improvement.
Year-End Performance Review	Our Financial Analysts are reviewed formally each July and are eligible for a discretionary bonus based on performance. After soliciting feedback from those who have worked with you over the prior 12 months, your Professional Development Co-ordinator will communicate the strengths that have been identified based on your performance as well as areas for future development.

Second Year — focusing on complex financial analysis, joining client meetings, coordinating transaction processes

Event	Career Development Details
Mentor Meetings	An ongoing dialogue with your mentor is important as you work toward your short-term goals and begin to formulate your long-term goals.
Ongoing Training	We will continue to supplement your training with specific topics relevant to your job responsibilities.
Firm Events	A diverse group of professionals participates in firm events, offering valuable interaction that cannot be duplicated at the office.
Midyear Performance Review	You will meet informally with your Professional Development Co-ordinator, who will provide feedback on your performance.
Year-End Performance Review	Your performance will be formally reviewed after soliciting feedback from those you have worked with over the past 12 months. A detailed review session will take place with your Professional Development Co-ordinator to agree objectives and future areas for development.

Third Year — managing less experienced Financial Analysts, writing client offering materials, assisting on client presentations, joining client meetings

Event	Career Development Details
Mentor Meetings	Throughout your third year, your mentor can help you stay on track toward your long-term goals.
Ongoing Training	We will continue to supplement your training with specific topics relevant to your job responsibilities.
Firm Events	Please be sure to provide us with your feedback so that we can continue to improve the programme.
Midyear Performance Review	You will meet informally with your Professional Development Co-ordinator to ensure that you are on track to achieve your stated goals for the year.
Year-End Performance Review	This would represent your final review as a Financial Analyst. Each year we promote a select group of third-year Financial Analysts to Associate.