Job Location Symbiotics is the leading market access platform for impact investing, dedicated to private markets in emerging and frontier economies. The group offers investment, asset management and capacity building services. Since 2005, we have originated over 7,800 investments representing more than USD 9.8 billion for 590 companies in 96 countries. We manage an aggregate portfolio of USD 2.9 billion spread across 23 funds and mandates. Our portfolio companies have also benefited from over 145 technical assistance projects worth more than USD 18 million. Symbiotics is a certified B Corporation. Symbiotics currently employs 172 people and is headquartered in Geneva, with further offices in Zurich, London, Amsterdam, Paris, Mexico City, Singapore, Cape Town, Delhi and Yerevan. Symbiotics Asset Management is part of the Symbiotics Group and offers tailored sustainable portfolio management services for investors, with close to USD 3 billion of assets under management. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) investments are at the heart of what we do, and all our funds are classified as "Article 9" under the framework of the European regulation SFDR, the highest level of ESG disclosure. Who we are looking for We are looking for a dynamic professional who will be responsible for a fixed term assignment (estimated duration: 6 months) to evaluate a pipeline of private debt and private equity funds, due diligence and portfolio monitoring. The position will be based in our offices in Cape Town, South Africa - remote work can also be considered - start date: as early as possible. About the Job The job will consist of the following tasks:Perform market research and sector analysis.Identify and screen prospective private equity and private debt funds investment opportunities.Perform full due diligence on new private equity and private debt fund investment opportunities.Draft and coordinate investment documents preparation (Deal Teasers, DD report, Investment Memorandum, investment legal documentation) to be validated by the Head of Third -Party Origination.Collaborate in the presentation of investment opportunities to clients.Cater for post investment portfolio monitoring and reporting.Your Qualification Requirements More specifically, you have the following skills and competencies: University degree or equivalent, preferably in a finance related field.Minimum 5 years of work experience.Minimum 1 year of work experience in private debt and private equity industry, including due diligence experience.Strong financial and fund analysis skills.Good understanding of private debt and equity environment and trends.Network within the industry.Familiar with impact and ESG investment is a plus.Highly motivated, well-organized with a strong work ethic and a high degree of integrity;Ability to work independently.Ability to follow established processes and work with deadlines.Willingness to travel (up to 10%).Full English proficiency; French, Spanish, Russian, or other language a plus.Valid Work Permit for South Africa.Job Offer The chance to contribute to improving the lives of people in emerging and frontier countries, to work towards supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals. A flexible work environment with colleagues from 41 countries. The opportunity to become part of a growing business that pushes you to excel every day while having a positive impact on others.
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