Senior Investment Solutions Specialist – Finance Solutions

Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank AIIB

The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is a multilateral development bank whose mission is Financing Infrastructure for Tomorrow in Asia and beyond-infrastructure with sustainability at its core. We began operations in Beijing in 2016 and have since grown to 110 approved members worldwide. We are capitalized at USD100 billion and AAA-rated by the major international credit rating agencies. Collaborating with partners, AIIB meets clients' needs by unlocking new capital and investing in infrastructure that is green, technology-enabled and promotes regional connectivity.

The Sectors, Themes, and Finance Solutions Department (STF) fosters technical excellence and expands the Bank's financing expertise across all sectors and themes to support both sovereign and nonsovereign investment operations. It spearheads the development and implementation of innovative investment projects and leads the introduction and operationalization of new products and financing modalities - often ahead of their mainstream adoption by the Client Departments (CDs). In close collaboration with the CDs, the STF conducts upstream work to support and incubate new initiatives in frontier technologies, public-private partnership (PPP) advisory, and other productive sectors. It also guides the Bank's Corporate Strategy by setting thematic priorities such as: Green infrastructure, Technology-enabled infrastructure, Private capital mobilization (PCM), and Cross-border cooperation. In addition, the Department supports the Bank's efforts on cross-cutting themes including climate, gender and inclusivity, and nature. The STF further represents the Bank in international forums to address sectoral, thematic, and financing issues, actively networks with other development partners, and reinforces AIIB's reputation as a premier development institution contributing to the global development agenda.  

The STF is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Finance Solutions Specialist. This position is crucial in driving the development of new products and innovative finance solutions for the Bank. The ideal candidate will provide advice on structuring and execution of products to the CDs and actively recommend measures to maximize PCM for the Bank's investment operations.

Responsibilities:

The Senior Investment Solutions Specialist will provide technical expertise and advisory support for the CDs, ensuring that new products and technologies meet client needs, generate development impact, and align with AIIB's mandate. The incumbent will assist in demonstrating proof of concept through pilot projects when needed and support the CDs' project teams in developing and implementing investment projects. Key responsibilities include:

- Product Development and Management
- Product identification. Identify new product opportunities by assessing market trends, analyzing the industry landscape, and communicating actively with CDs to understand their needs. 
- Product planning. Prioritize the product development requests and propose a comprehensive product development plan through strategic assessments, including alignment with the Bank's objectives, market sizing, and cost-benefit analysis.
- Product design. Collaborate with CDs and relevant departments to lead the preparation of new or amended product proposals for approval. 
- Product monitoring. Evaluate existing products to identify opportunities for enhancement, such as integrating new features that align with business objectives and the Bank's overall strategy.
 
- Operational Solutions Support
- Assist CDs in developing new products, financing approaches, and client solutions by providing strategic, technical, and financial analysis across the product range.
- Provide in-depth technical and financial expertise to support Product Team Leaders in structuring and executing both new and existing products, including engaging with clients on product options and suitability.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions for CDs on new products and innovative financing solutions to enhance their understanding and application.
- Manage corporate product communications to effectively set client expectations through various channels, including the website and promotional materials.
 
- Private Capital Mobilization Implementation
- Analyze and identify PCM potential for each financial product and propose strategies for achieving the Bank's PCM objectives.
- Work closely with CDs to identify PCM opportunities and recommend measures to enhance PCM at the project level and ensure effective implementation.
- Monitor and evaluate the impact of PCM initiatives, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
 
- Others
- Undertake any other job functions, duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time, contributing to the overall objectives of the STF.

Requirements:

- Master's degree or equivalent in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Development Studies or related fields. 
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in investment operations, product development and operationalization, ideally with multilateral or bilateral development financial institutions. 
- Proven track record in managing product development cycles and best practices, particularly in financial products and services offered by multilateral development banks and bilateral development financial institutions.
- Understanding of current trends in innovative financing instruments utilized by multilateral development banks and bilateral development financial institutions.
- In-depth product-specific knowledge of methodology, trends and effective strategies for PCM.
- Strong technical and analytical capabilities to quickly assess and respond to diverse product development opportunities.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a constructive team member in a multicultural environment, fostering a culture of teamwork and inclusivity.
- Proficient oral and written communication skills in English. Knowledge of additional languages spoken by AIIB Members is an advantage.
AIIB is committed to diversity, transparency and inclusion. We believe our strength comes from having a team with the right diverse skills, experiences and abilities selected through a merit-based competitive process. We actively encourage applications from people from both within and outside AIIB members, regardless of nationality, religion, gender, race, disability or sexual orientation.

Previous experience and qualifications will determine the grade and job title at which successful applicants will enter AIIB.

Join us and help create a prosperous and sustainable Asia while growing your career in a diverse and innovative environment.

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