IDB Invest Investment Management Officer- Equity & Mezzanine – Financial Products & Services Division
Based in Latin America or the Caribbean
The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.
About this position
Are you passionate about investing in innovative high growth companies in the Latin American and the Caribbean region to have a positive impact on the lives of millions? If so, we may be looking for you!
You will work in the Equity and Mezzanine Team part of the Financial Products and Services division. This team is responsible for supporting the origination, structuring, negotiation, approval, and closing of equity and mezzanine investment transactions in the region.
What you’ll do:
Participate in industry gatherings and do market research to support the business origination and execution efforts aligned with our investment strategy. Evaluate investment opportunities using appropriate screening criteria, prepare concept notes assessing project risks and advising on appropriate risk mitigation actions. Perform valuations of equity instruments using various valuation methodologies Coordinate due diligence to gather the necessary technical, legal, economic, and financial information to verify the merits of potential investment opportunities. Structure, and implement transactions with the help of external and internal counsel in a way that is consistent with our operating policies. Participate in adding new value to portfolio companies and monitoring their performance. Plan and carry out exit plans. Prepare lessons learned from projects.
What you'll need
Education: You have an MBA or Masters in Finance, International Development, or a relevant field. Experience: You have at least five (5) years of professional relevant experience in equity and mezzanine transactions either on behalf of a principal or mandated advisor. Very strong financial modeling/valuation and analytical skills are required. Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.
Key skills
Mentor and develop Promote Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Focus on clients Communicate and influence Innovate and try new things
Requirements
Citizenship: No requirements Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.
Type of contract and duration
International: International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.What we offer
The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee’s life. These benefits include:
A competitive compensation package
Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when it applies Hybrid and flexible work schedules