Overview
The Senior Investment Officer will be responsible for business development, execution, and client relationship management of large exposures in the manufacturing, agribusiness, and services sectors within Europe.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead origination, evaluation, structuring, and negotiation of new transactions.
- Shape business leads into actionable concepts by identifying and screening opportunities.
- Bring lessons learned into transaction design and structuring.
- Use networks to advance projects and collaborate with internal stakeholders.
- Develop assigned staff and team members through mentoring and coaching.
- Coordinate with colleagues to add value to clients’ businesses and achieve sustainable development impact.
- Mobilize additional investors and funding.
- Contribute to knowledge management, strategy development, and sharing of best practices.
- Engage with external stakeholders for sector development and advocacy.
Required Experience
- Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in finance, investment, or banking.
- Proven track record in sourcing, structuring, closing, and monitoring investments.
- Experience in mobilizing third-party capital (e.g., B-loans, parallel loans, syndications) and working with co-investors.
- Demonstrated knowledge of relevant industries, market trends, and regulatory environments in target countries/regions.
- Experience in knowledge management, strategy development, and sharing best practices.
Qualifications
• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent qualification).