Equity Investment Managing Director
IDB Invest
IDB Invest is an international financial institution and the private sector arm of the IDB Group that aims to solve development needs in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our mission is to support sustainable enterprises and projects that achieve financial results while maximizing regional social and environmental development.IDB Invest operates in 26 countries grouped into four regions and three industries (Infrastructure and Energy, Financial Intermediaries, and Corporates).
IDB Invest's shareholders recently approved a $3.5 billion capitalization to support a transformative business model, "Originate to Share," to attract greater private investment that drives development and climate impact in Latin America and the Caribbean.This will enable IDB Invest to nearly double its annual regional investments from approximately $8 billion to $19 billion.
IDB Invest has reorganized its structure to implement this new business model, creating the Financial Solutions, Mobilization, and Asset Sharing (FSM) Department. This department will support the industries and regions department in structuring transactions, mobilizing assets for investors, and managing the equity business.
About this position
We seek a dynamic and experienced leader to join as Equity Investments Managing Director.
The candidate should be an experienced banker with significant expertise in direct equity or mezzanine investments, M&A, and a strong knowledge of the market in the region.
As Equity Investments Managing Director, you will be responsible for originating and managing the portfolio of the equity investment. You will report directly to the Chief Products Officer and be responsible for achieving the equity performance targets.
Main Responsibilities:
- Manage the equity investment business, including origination and portfolio management.
- Develop and execute the strategic vision for the equity and mezzanine investment products, ensuring alignment with the bank's overall mission and objectives.
- Lead the design and structuring of equity and mezzanine financial instruments that meet the needs of various markets while maximizing developmental impact.
- Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify opportunities for equity and mezzanine investments in emerging markets and sectors.
- Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including private investors, government agencies, and industry experts, to foster collaboration and co-investment.
- Oversee structuring investment deals to optimize risk-adjusted returns, ensuring appropriate terms and conditions for the bank and its partners.
- Establish frameworks for tracking the performance of equity and mezzanine investments, ensuring alignment with developmental and financial targets.
- Implement robust risk assessment and management strategies to identify and mitigate potential risks associated with equity and mezzanine investments.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a skilled team, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and innovation within the unit.
- Advocate for policies that facilitate equity and mezzanine financing, promoting an enabling environment for investment in priority sectors.
- Promote knowledge management and best practices within the organization, facilitating the exchange of insights and experiences related to equity and mezzanine financing.
- At least 10 years of relevant experience as a banker with a proven business track record. Expert in equity and mezzanine investment, and M&A transactions. Strong market relationships.
- Master's degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or another relevant field.
- Proficiency in English and one of the other Bank's official languages (Spanish, French, or Portuguese) is required.
- There are no citizenship requirements.
- Consanguinity: 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.
What we offer
Our institution is committed to offering a competitive remuneration package that reflects the value and expertise of our candidates. This comprehensive package includes attractive cash compensation, performance-based variable pay, robust insurance coverage, and a pension plan.We believe in rewarding talent and ensuring our employees feel valued and supported in all aspects of their professional journey.
We offer an international staff contract, initially 36 months, renewable upon mutual agreement.
Our culture
At IDB Group, we work so that everyone brings their best and most authentic selves to work, is willing to try new approaches without fear, and is accountable and rewarded for their actions. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization.We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request a reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.
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