What you’ll do
The Investment Director will serve as the foundation of our investment team, overseeing all aspects of deal origination, structuring, and portfolio management within our target markets. Reporting directly to the Head of Fund, this role will leverage extensive experience to assess intricate, often pioneering transactions, while also shaping fund strategy and mentoring junior team members.
This position is an ideal fit for an investor who excels in uncertain conditions, is driven by advancements in sustainable finance and natural capital, and combines strong analytical precision with the interpersonal abilities necessary to finalize agreements and enhance value in complex market landscapes.
Oversee a comprehensive range of duties encompassing strategic planning and seamless execution of core business operations to drive organizational success. Develop and implement robust policies, frameworks, and procedures that enhance operational efficiency, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Lead cross-functional teams through clear delegation, performance management, and mentorship to achieve established goals and objectives while maintaining alignment with the company’s long-term vision and mission.
Proactively uncover and cultivate investment prospects in reforestation, blue carbon, and sustainable agriculture and land use within emerging markets. Establish and nurture a robust proprietary pipeline by leveraging direct connections with project developers, governmental entities, and ecosystem facilitators. Implement and refine a stringent evaluation methodology to systematically assess opportunities against the fund’s financial and impact benchmarks.
Investment execution and due diligence will involve spearheading comprehensive investment evaluations for corporate and project-level opportunities, encompassing financial modelling, carbon methodology assessment, legal and regulatory scrutiny, community and environmental safeguards, as well as country and political risk analysis. You will be responsible for structuring and negotiating investment terms, as well as developing investment committee materials that present a clear, well-justified recommendation. Additionally, you will ensure all investments align with specified portfolio return targets, impact goals, and risk tolerance parameters.
Take ownership of portfolio investments post-close by actively managing performance, monitoring against KPIs, and proactively identifying risks while offering direct support to investees as required. Collaborate with project teams to enhance operational resilience, optimize carbon credit issuance results, and identify additional opportunities to drive follow-on value creation.
As a senior relationship manager, you will spearhead the identification and cultivation of pivotal strategic partnerships—such as carbon credit offtakers, co-investors, and technical or research collaborators—to enhance the fund’s investment appeal and mitigate transaction-specific risks. In this role, you will oversee key partner relationships throughout the entire deal lifecycle, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering long-term value creation.
Investor relations support involves preparing and disseminating precise, prompt, and analytically rich updates regarding deal advancements and portfolio performance to facilitate investor reporting and engagement. Additionally, the role assists in fundraising efforts by furnishing credible, deal-specific evidence that substantiates the fund’s investment thesis.
Who you are
We seek candidates with a proven track record of relevant professional experience, demonstrating expertise in [specific field or industry]. The ideal applicant will possess hands-on experience with [key tools, technologies, or methodologies], along with a minimum of [X years] in a comparable role. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, as the position requires frequent collaboration with cross-functional teams. Additionally, familiarity with [specific processes, regulations, or standards] is highly desirable.
Candidates should possess a decade or more of investment experience, with a significant focus on emerging markets, and prior involvement in infrastructure, project finance, and/or private equity is advantageous.
Proven expertise in overseeing the complete investment lifecycle, from initial sourcing and thorough due diligence through strategic execution and ongoing portfolio management.
Professional rewrite:
Applicants must possess practical exposure to emerging markets, demonstrating a nuanced grasp of the political, regulatory, and operational challenges inherent in such environments.
A graduate degree in business, finance, environmental science, or a related discipline is preferred, with a CFA certification or equivalent qualification considered advantageous though not mandatory.
Seeking a highly skilled professional with proficiency in a range of technical competencies, including programming languages, software development methodologies, and system design principles. The ideal candidate must possess expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues, implementing scalable solutions, and optimizing performance across various platforms. Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous learning are essential to excel in this role. Additionally, familiarity with cloud computing, cybersecurity best practices, and DevOps practices is preferred.
Proven expertise in financial modelling, specifically within the realm of project finance, is essential. Candidates must possess advanced capabilities in building and interpreting financial models to support robust project evaluations and decision-making processes.
Proficient in evaluating environmental and social safeguards, with a strong emphasis on community engagement and land tenure factors pertinent to nature-based initiatives.
A strong asset would be prior knowledge of voluntary carbon markets, encompassing carbon methodology frameworks, Measurement, Reporting, and Verification (MRV) processes, additionally and permanence considerations, as well as credit issuance risk.
We are seeking candidates who excel in building and nurturing professional relationships, as well as expanding and leveraging networks to drive strategic outcomes. The ideal applicant will possess strong interpersonal skills, the ability to foster connections across diverse groups, and a proven track record of cultivating meaningful partnerships. Responsibilities include identifying key stakeholders, maintaining ongoing engagement, and collaborating effectively to achieve shared objectives. Proficiency in networking strategies, relationship management, and the ability to navigate complex organizational dynamics are essential. Prior experience in a role that required extensive relationship-building or network development is highly desirable.
Developed a robust network of contacts across key emerging market regions.
A solid understanding of or ongoing engagement with carbon credit offtakers, project developers, and co-investors within the nature-based solutions sector would be highly beneficial.
Effective interpersonal skills and sound decision-making abilities are essential to succeed in this role. Candidates must demonstrate strong communication proficiency to collaborate seamlessly with teams and stakeholders, ensuring clarity and alignment in all interactions. The ability to assess situations thoughtfully and make well-informed judgments is critical for driving efficient outcomes and maintaining organizational integrity.
Proficient in articulating complex and ambiguous investment scenarios with clarity and precision, both in written and verbal English, enabling the delivery of compelling recommendations to senior stakeholders and investment committees.
Sound commercial acumen is essential, enabling the ability to effectively balance the need for financial returns with meaningful impact goals.
Fluency in languages pertinent to key markets—especially French, Spanish, and Portuguese—constitutes a significant asset for this role.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
10 years
