We are always on the look-out for talented people: people who share our
passion for exploring the potential of development finance; brilliant
people with diverse educational backgrounds, creative ideas and the
means to bring them to life. If you are interested in working in our
young and dynamic, internationally oriented team, we welcome your
application.
Current Job Openings
Associate for Investment Management (Equity) – MENA region
Finance in Motion is an alternative asset management firm exclusively focused on sustainable development finance. On behalf of public and private investors as well as international financial institutions, we develop and advise alternative investment vehicles that cover energy efficiency, renewable energy, microfinance, and the facilitation of employment generation through the financing of micro, small and medium enterprises (“MSMEs”). We manage Funds of approximately EUR 940 million that invest in 26 countries across Southeast and Eastern Europe, as well as the Middle East and North Africa (“MENA”) region and handle relationships with roughly 100 financial institutions and corporates, to whom we provide debt financing, equity and technical assistance. Our international team of 80 employees is located in Frankfurt am Main and across our 9 regional offices.
Finance in Motion has recently been awarded a new fund management mandate for a MSME investment fund in the MENA region. We are therefore looking to strengthen our investment team with an associate that brings a strong background in equity investments or related advisory work, whereby financial institution expertise and regional experience would be an advantage.
The candidate will be based at our head office in Frankfurt am Main, work in a young, international team whose working language is English, and assume the following duties and responsibilities:
- Leading the financial analysis of new potential investments and being a key member of the overall due diligence team;
- Preparing or analysing detailed financial models for the creation and implementation of strong development and value creation strategies;
- Building and managing relationships with key executives at new and existing partner institutions, travelling is therefore an integral part of the position;
- Supporting the structuring, negotiation and legal documentation of investments (debt and equity);
- Contributing to the ongoing development of the fund’s investment strategies and processes.
Qualifications / Skills
- University degree, preferably in economics, finance or business administration;
- A minimum of three years of experience in Investment Banking, Transaction Management, Leverage or Project Finance, Private Equity, Corporate Development or Management Consultancy;
- Expertise in financial and strategic analysis of companies, preferably financial institutions in emerging markets;
- Strong written and spoken English skills, proficiency in Arabic and/or French being an added advantage;
- Sound analytical skills and the ability to approach issues and solve problems in a practical manner;
- Strong communication and intercultural skills as well as being a strong team player.
If you are looking for a new professional challenge and want to be part of a multicultural team of highly committed staff who want to make a difference in development finance, please submit your full application electronically to
Finance in Motion GmbH
Jutta Schaller
Eschersheimer Landstrasse 6
60322 Frankfurt
Tel.: +49 69 977 876 50 24
j.schaller@finance-in-motion.com
www.finance-in-motion.com
Analysts and Senior Professionals / Bankers for Investment Management – Caucasus Region
Finance in Motion is an alternative asset management firm exclusively focused on sustainable development finance. On behalf of public and private investors as well as international financial institutions, we develop and advise alternative investment vehicles. The company covers a broad spectrum of development finance, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, microfinance, and the facilitation of employment generation through the financing of small and medium enterprises. We manage Funds of approx. EUR 750 mio. in 26 countries in Southeast Europe, Eastern Europe and the MENA region handling relationships with roughly 100 clients in the financial and corporate sector, including debt, equity and technical assistance projects. Our international team of 80 employees is located in Frankfurt and several regional offices in South East and Eastern Europe and the MENA region.
Job Description: Finance in Motion GmbH is currently looking for Analysts and Senior Professionals/ Bankers with a development finance orientation for the Caucasus region to support the Investment Management team. The candidates will be based in Tbilisi and assume the following duties and responsibilities (with varying degrees corresponding to level of seniority):
- Origination, structuring and negotiation of debt investments in financial institutions for the benefit of Micro and SME or EE and RE finance
- On- and off-site due diligence and monitoring of financial institutions (banks and non-bank financial institutions such as MFIs) and portfolios
- Monitoring/analysis of key market and economic developments in countries of operation
- Monitoring of financial sector regulatory and supervisory framework and policy
- Internal and external reporting regarding investment portfolio and development of the Funds
- Identifying institution building/technical assistance needs for financial institutions or market participants in the area of micro and SME as well as EE and RE finance and developing concepts and designs for the respective measures
- Targeted policy dialogue with relevant stakeholders
- Advancing responsible finance in countries of operations through respective dialogue, investment structuring, workshops and initiatives
Qualifications / Skills
- Experience in lending to financial institutions and portfolio responsibility
- Proven track record in financial analysis and conducting due diligence of financial institutions
- Extensive knowledge of development finance, including Micro/SME finance and/or EE/RE finance
- Excellent working knowledge and practical application of IAS/IFRS
- Degree in economics, business administration, development finance, or a related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Russian or Georgian is considered an asset
- Strong analytical, writing and presentation skills enhanced by intercultural skills and sensitivities
- International experience through professional assignments
If you are looking for a new professional challenge and want to be part of a multicultural team of highly committed staff who want to make a difference in development finance, please submit your full application electronically to
Finance in Motion GmbH
Jutta Schaller
Eschersheimer Landstrasse 6
60322 Frankfurt
Tel.: +49 69 977 876 50 24
j.schaller@finance-in-motion.com
www.finance-in-motion.com
Analyst / Banker / Senior Professional for Investment Management - Eastern Europe
Finance in Motion is an alternative asset management firm exclusively focused on sustainable development finance. On behalf of public and private investors as well as international financial institutions, we develop and advise alternative investment vehicles. The company covers a broad spectrum of development finance, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, microfinance, and the facilitation of employment generation through the financing of small and medium enterprises. We manage Funds of approx. EUR 750 mio. in 26 countries in Southeast Europe, Eastern Europe and the MENA region handling relationships with roughly 100 clients in the financial and corporate sector, including debt, equity and technical assistance projects. Our international team of 80 employees is located in Frankfurt and several regional offices in South East and Eastern Europe and the MENA region.
Job Description: For our expanded investment operations in Eastern Europe in the area of micro and SME finance and energy efficiency and renewable energy we are looking for dedicated professionals to work out of our head office in Frankfurt or the regional offices. The candidates will assume the following duties and responsibilities (with varying degrees corresponding to level of seniority):
- Development and management of diversified country and regional portfolios and strategies
- Origination, structuring and negotiation of debt investments in financial institutions for the benefit of Micro and SME or EE and RE finance
- On- and off-site due diligence and monitoring of financial institutions (banks and non-bank financial institutions such as MFIs) and portfolios
- Monitoring/analysis of key market and economic developments in countries of operation
- Monitoring of financial sector regulatory and supervisory framework and policy
- Internal and external reporting regarding investment portfolio and development of the Funds
- Identifying institution building/technical assistance needs for financial institutions or market participants in the area of micro and SME as well as EE and RE finance and developing concepts and designs for the respective measures
- Targeted policy dialogue with relevant stakeholders
- Advancing responsible finance in countries of operations through respective dialogue, investment structuring, workshops and initiatives
Qualifications
- Experience in risk assessment of financial institutions and/or portfolio management
- Proven track record in financial analysis and conducting due diligence of financial institutions
- Extensive knowledge of development finance, including Micro/SME finance and/or EE/RE finance
- Degree in economics, business administration, development finance, or a related field
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in other languages of countries of operation is considered an asset
- Working knowledge and practical application of IAS/IFRS is considered an asset
- Strong analytical, writing and presentation skills enhanced by intercultural skills and sensitivities
- International experience through professional assignments and experience in developing and transition countries
If you are looking for a new professional challenge and want to be part of a multicultural team of highly committed staff who want to make a difference in development finance, please submit your full application electronically to
Finance in Motion GmbH
Jutta Schaller
Eschersheimer Landstrasse 6
60322 Frankfurt
Tel.: +49 69 977 876 50 24
j.schaller@finance-in-motion.com
www.finance-in-motion.com
Analysts and Senior Professionals / Bankers for Investment Management - MENA region
Finance in Motion is an alternative asset management firm exclusively focused on sustainable development finance. On behalf of public and private investors as well as international financial institutions, we develop and advise alternative investment vehicles. The company covers a broad spectrum of development finance, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, microfinance, and the facilitation of employment generation through the financing of small and medium enterprises. We manage Funds of approx. EUR 750 mio. in 26 countries in Southeast Europe, Eastern Europe and the MENA region handling relationships with roughly 100 clients in the financial and corporate sector, including debt, equity and technical assistance projects. Our international team of 80 employees is located in Frankfurt and several regional offices in South East and Eastern Europe and the MENA region.
Finance in Motion has recently been awarded a new fund management mandate for a micro and SME investment fund in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and is therefore building up a dedicated investment team with professional experience in the region.
We are looking for Analysts and Senior Professionals/Bankers with a development finance orientation to be part of our Investment Management team. The candidates will be based at our head office in Frankfurt, Germany and our new representative office in Cairo, Egypt and will assume the following duties and responsibilities (with varying degrees corresponding to level of seniority):
- Origination, structuring and negotiation of innovative debt, guarantee and equity investments in financial institutions for the benefit of micro and SME finance
- On- and off-site due diligence and monitoring of financial institutions (banks and non-bank financial institutions such as microfinance institutions) and portfolios
- Monitoring/analysis of key market and economic developments in countries of operation
- Monitoring of financial sector regulatory and supervisory framework and policy
- Internal and external reporting regarding investment portfolio
- Identifying institution building/technical assistance needs for financial institutions or market participants in the area of micro and SME and developing concepts and designs for the respective measures
Qualifications
- Degree in economics, business administration, development finance, or a related field
- Experience in originating and structuring investments in financial institutions
- Proven track record in financial analysis and conducting due diligence of financial institutions
- Knowledge of development finance, including micro or SME finance
- Good working knowledge and practical application of international accounting standards (IFRS)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; high proficiency in Arabic; proficiency in French is considered an additional asset
- Strong analytical, writing and presentation skills enhanced by intercultural skills and sensitivities
- International experience through professional assignments and experience in developing or transition countries
- Demonstrated capacity for creative problem solving, particularly with regard to complex financing structures would be recognised as a valuable asset
If you are looking for a new professional challenge and want to be part of a multicultural team of highly committed staff who want to make a difference in development finance, please submit your full application electronically to
Finance in Motion GmbH
Jutta Schaller
Eschersheimer Landstrasse 6
60322 Frankfurt
Tel.: +49 69 977 876 50 24
j.schaller@finance-in-motion.com
www.finance-in-motion.com
Credit Risk Managers (Financial Institutions) / Senior Bank Analysts - MENA region
Finance in Motion is an alternative asset management firm exclusively focused on sustainable development finance. On behalf of public and private investors as well as international financial institutions, we develop and advise alternative investment vehicles. The company covers a broad spectrum of development finance, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, microfinance, and the facilitation of employment generation through the financing of small and medium enterprises. We manage Funds of approx. EUR 750 mio. in 26 countries in Southeast Europe, Eastern Europe and the MENA region handling relationships with roughly 100 clients in the financial and corporate sector, including debt, equity and technical assistance projects. Our international team of 80 employees is located in Frankfurt and several regional offices in South East and Eastern Europe and the MENA region.
Finance in Motion has recently been awarded a new fund management mandate for a micro and SME investment fund in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. We are therefore looking to strengthen our team with a dedicated Credit Risk Manager / Senior Bank Analyst with professional experience in the region.
The candidate will assume the following duties and responsibilities (with varying degrees corresponding to level of seniority and relevant experience):
- Participate in due diligence visits of new or existing financial institutions together with the in-country investment team
- Review and sign off investment proposals for financial institutions
- Contribute to the overall development of credit risk management policies and procedures
- Continuous observation and analysis of the development of regional financial markets to identify possible risk factors negatively impacting either new investments or the repayment of current investments
- Use other information sources as part of an early-warning system for financial institutions to identify possible risks to the investments
- Undertake best efforts to protect and recover investments at risk
Qualifications / Skills
- University degree in economics, finance or business administration. Advanced degrees or professional designations will be considered an asset
- Relevant professional experience (3–8 years) in banking and finance, ideally in credit risk management of financial institutions, banking supervisory authority, research or rating agencies
- Industry specialization in supervising or analyzing financial institutions in emerging markets preferably in the MENA region.
- Excellent working knowledge and practical application of financial analysis and accounting standards (IFRS) as well as understanding of legal and regulatory environments for financial institutions
- Advanced written and spoken English skills; proficiency in Arabic and/or French is considered an asset
- Sound analytical skills and the ability to approach issues and solve problems in a practical manner
- Strong communication and intercultural skills
The position is based at our head office in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. Flexible arrangements between Frankfurt and Cairo office are possible. Travelling to countries of operations (primarily Egypt, Lebanon and Jordan) is an integral part of the position. If you are looking for a new professional challenge and want to be part of a multicultural team of highly committed staff who want to make a difference in development finance, please submit your full application electronically to
Finance in Motion GmbH
Jutta Schaller
Eschersheimer Landstrasse 6
60322 Frankfurt
Tel.: +49 69 977 876 50 24
j.schaller@finance-in-motion.com
www.finance-in-motion.com
Project Manager Technical Assistance - MENA region
Finance in Motion is an alternative asset management firm exclusively focused on sustainable development finance. On behalf of public and private investors as well as international financial institutions, we develop and advise alternative investment vehicles. The company covers a broad spectrum of development finance, including energy efficiency, renewable energy, microfinance, and the facilitation of employment generation through the financing of small and medium enterprises. We manage Funds of approx. EUR 750 mio. in 26 countries in Southeast Europe, Eastern Europe and the MENA region handling relationships with roughly 100 clients in the financial and corporate sector, including debt, equity and technical assistance projects. Our international team of 80 employees is located in Frankfurt and several regional offices in South East and Eastern Europe and the MENA region.
Having been awarded the fund management mandate for a new micro and SME investment fund for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, we intend to further strengthen our Technical Assistance team.
We are looking for a Project Manager with a strong background in consulting/advisory services for financial institutions. The candidate will be based at our head office in Frankfurt, Germany, with short-term travel to the MENA Region, and will assume the following duties and responsibilities:
- Conceptualize and structure capacity building and training projects for financial institutions (banks and microfinance institutions), primarily related to the SME lending
- Initiate and facilitate financial sector support measures
- Oversee selection and hiring of external service providers/consultants
- Administer project implementation and coordination
- Ensure quality control and impact monitoring of training and capacity building projects
- Steer design and implementation of impact assessments and other research projects
- Contribute to strategy formulation for the MENA Fund’s technical assistance facility
- Ensure reporting on project activities vis-à-vis the Fund’s technical assistance committee and internally
- Coordinate activities with investment and risk departments as well as regional offices and counterparts in the Fund’s partner institutions
Qualifications
- Degree in economics, business administration, development finance, or a related field
- Extensive knowledge of development finance, including micro or SME finance
- Experience in structuring and implementing capacity building projects for financial institutions
- Demonstrated capacity in supporting banks in developing their SME lending business (“downscaling”)
- International experience through professional assignments and experience in developing or transition countries
- Excellent project management and organizational skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic and/or French is considered an asset
- Strong writing and presentation skills enhanced by intercultural skills and sensitivities
If you are looking for a new professional challenge and want to be part of a multicultural team of highly committed staff who want to make a difference in development finance, please submit your full application electronically to
Finance in Motion GmbH
Jutta Schaller
Eschersheimer Landstrasse 6
60322 Frankfurt
Tel.: +49 69 977 876 50 24
j.schaller@finance-in-motion.com
www.finance-in-motion.com
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