Job Description
The Natural Capital team at CrossBoundary is recruiting MBA Associates to join our teams. As a member of this team, you will actively help unlock capital in underserved markets by working with a broad range of investors, donors, and companies seeking capital to facilitate investment in the regions where we work. As an MBA Associate, you will identify and evaluate investment opportunities, conduct macroeconomic market assessments, and provide transaction support. Experience in developing countries is preferred.
MBA Associate positions begin in early June and continue until early August, with some flexibility. This is a 12-week commitment.
Who You Are
4+ years in top tier banking, project finance, consulting, private equity, or similar
Current MA or MBA candidate
Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets and natural ecosystems
Excellent analytical ability and discipline; ability to think clearly, structure problems logically, and then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issues
Ability to build strong relationships with partners and colleagues in challenging environments
Exceptional presentation skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
Demonstrated leadership skills; preferably in fast-moving and entrepreneurial environments
Proficient in basic accounting, financial forecasting, and budget development, with specific experience in financial modelling
Deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities businesses face in frontier markets, as well as the macro-economic trends that impact them
Past exposure to Development Finance Institutions and/or development agencies is particularly relevant
Willing to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervision
Enthusiastic about working, traveling, and living in a challenging environment
Comfortable with ambiguity; able to operate effectively in a changing context
Humble
Direct experience working in Latin America or Southeast Asia is a plus
Spanish or Portuguese language proficiency is a plus
Primary Responsibilities
Leading natural capital-focused transaction advisory work by:
Sourcing and evaluating potential investment opportunities
Sourcing and leading investor reach outs on behalf of companies' management
Supporting transactions through due diligence and post-investment strategy
Conducting market assessment and ongoing trend analysis by:
Undertaking macroeconomic, regulatory, and operational assessments
Providing sector analysis of priority areas for investment
Driving CrossBoundary's growth in new markets by:
Pitching and overseeing proposal responses for strategic new business opportunities which are aligned with CrossBoundary's mission
Identifying and synthesizing key trends amongst our clients and the geographies which we serve
Managing investor relationships