Financial Analyst Consultant - Financial Institutions

Job Posting Organization:
IDB Invest is the private sector arm of the IDB Group, dedicated to supporting sustainable development in Latin America and the Caribbean through private sector initiatives. Established to finance, structure, and mobilize capital for projects that foster economic growth and resilience, IDB Invest operates in 26 countries across four geographic regions and three industry verticals: Infrastructure and Energy, Financial Institutions, and Corporates. With a capitalization of $3.5 billion from its shareholders, IDB Invest is enhancing its capacity to mobilize private capital and scale development impact, focusing on high-quality asset origination and innovative financial solutions.

Job Overview:
The Financial Analyst Consultant will play a crucial role in supporting the Financial Institutions Division (FLI) and the Andean Region Division (RAN) in managing relationships with financial institutions committed to sustainable development. The position involves engaging with banks, microfinance, and non-bank financial institutions to facilitate transactions that align with IDB Invest's operational policies. The consultant will assist in the origination, structuring, negotiation, and closing of impactful transactions, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and contributing to the financial and risk analysis of potential clients. This role requires collaboration with project teams throughout the transaction approval process and participation in due diligence and industry research.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The consultant will be responsible for supporting Team Leaders and project teams in various capacities, including:

• Assisting in the origination, structuring, negotiation, and closing of high-impact transactions with financial institutions.
• Supporting project teams during the transaction approval process, coordinating with credit risk management, environmental and social safeguards, legal, and other internal units.
• Conducting financial and risk analysis of potential clients and advising on project viability.
• Participating in due diligence processes and conducting industry research on the financial sector.
• Negotiating transaction contracts and related legal documents in collaboration with project teams.
• Preparing project-related presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and memos as required.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is considered an asset. Additionally, candidates should have between two to four years of relevant experience as a financial analyst or in a similar role within a financial institution or consultancy firm. Proficiency in both Spanish and English, spoken and written, is mandatory, while knowledge of French and Portuguese is advantageous.

Educational Background:
The educational requirement for this position includes a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Economics or Business Administration. An advanced degree, such as a Master's or MBA, is preferred and will enhance a candidate's profile.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have between two to four years of relevant employment experience. This experience should ideally be in roles such as a financial analyst or associate, particularly within financial institutions or consultancy firms, where they have developed skills in financial analysis and transaction management.

Languages:
Proficiency in Spanish and English is required for this position, both in spoken and written forms. Additional language skills in French and Portuguese are considered a plus and may enhance a candidate's application.

Additional Notes:
This is a national consultant position, offered as a full-time role with a contract duration of 36 months, extendable up to 48 months if applicable. The IDB Group offers a competitive compensation package, including health insurance, a savings plan, and development support. Employees are entitled to 2 days of leave per month, along with gender-neutral parental leave. The position is primarily on-site, with occasional flexibility for teleworking. The IDB Group is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applications from underrepresented groups and ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the interview process.