Investment Officer

Finance in Motion is a global impact asset manager focused exclusively on sustainable development in low and middle-income countries. The company develops and advises impact investment funds whose blended finance structures bring together public and private investors to address climate change, strengthen biodiversity conservation, foster the sustainable use of natural resources, improve livelihoods, and promote economic opportunities.

Over the course of its operations, Finance in Motion has unleashed a cumulative total of over EUR 5.4 billion toward these goals in Southeast Europe, the Caucasus, Latin America, the Middle East and North Africa, and sub-Saharan Africa. In addition to investment activities, the funds also provide technical assistance to support investees, foster responsible finance, and maximize impact in the countries they serve.

Since its foundation in 2009, the company has consistently recorded year-on-year growth and expanded into new regions and topics. Due to this ongoing success, Finance in Motion is seeking an

Key responsibilities

• Deal Origination: Proactively source and identify investment prospects within the renewable energy sector (focus on wind and solar in the CEE region) through market research, networking, and industry connections
• Due Diligence: Conduct thorough due diligence on potential investments, including financial analysis and modelling, operational assessment, risk evaluation and summarizing/presenting investment proposals to the Investment Committee
• Investment Execution: Lead end-to-end deal execution in direct equity investments, from structuring (debt and equity) and negotiation to closing transactions in greenfield, repowering and late-stage development assets across renewable and energy transition technologies in targeted CEE jurisdictions
• Negotiation of contracts for projects in the CEE region including SPA, O&M, TCMA, MSA, TSA, EPC
• Portfolio Management: Collaborate with asset management to drive operational improvements, strategic growth initiatives, and value creation.
• Market Analysis: Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive landscapes, and macroeconomic factors affecting classic sectors.
• Investor Relations: Engage with limited partners and stakeholders, providing insights into investment strategies and portfolio performance.
• Lead a team of Investment Management Associates and Analysts

What we expect

• Strong affinity and experience in renewables ideally in CEE region
• Relevant experience in early and greenfield stage renewable energy projects preferably with a leading investment firm, industry strategic developer or IPP or bank (buy-side)
• Successful and proven track record in direct alternative investments
• Experience in private equity
• Entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to achieve results
• Strong negotiating and problem solving skills
• Excellent analytical skills
• Experience in leading teams
• Degree in business, economics, finance, or other investment related area
• Business English, CEE region language desirable

What you can expect:

• An agile, widely diverse international working environment with over 60 nationalities that is keenly interested in making a positive difference through their work and who share a collaborative, can-do spirit
• A job that allows you to fully utilize and expand your skills within an innovative, hands-on company culture
• A purpose-driven, performance-oriented company that rewards above-average results
• An organization dedicated to providing effective training and upskilling to its employees
  We are 300 plus employees working from our 16 offices worldwide are dedicated to promoting sustainable development through market-based finance solutions. If you enjoy tackling complex challenges in a hands-on manner and are seeking an adaptable and motivating work environment, we would very much like to hear from you.