Portfolio Associate (Project & Corporate Finance)  

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.

AIIB’s Portfolio Management Department (PMD) is responsible for monitoring AIIB’s rapidly growing investment portfolio, which includes loans and equity investments with or without sovereign guarantees and assisting management and project teams to ensure portfolio quality. PMD’s main functions include: (1) monitoring the entire Investment Operations portfolio and providing portfolio reports and data analytics; (2) managing the non-sovereign-backed financing (NSBF) assets that have been transferred to PMD; (3) coordinating the design and implementation of IT systems for Investment Operations (IO); and (4) providing Secretariat services to the Investment Committee.  

PMD is recruiting a Portfolio Associate (Associate) for PMD’s Project & Asset Management (PAM) function. The Associate, reporting to a Portfolio Officer (PO), will carry out an analysis of the Bank’s loans, bonds, guarantees, and risk participation facilities (Loan) in its portfolio, primarily in the private sector, to ensure portfolio quality through monitoring.  The provision of analysis and delivery of analytical outputs is critical to the effective management of Bank investments that support the attainment of strategic objectives in terms of development impact and financial sustainability. 

Responsibilities:

• Analyze financial statements of project/ borrower companies and assess the performance and progress of projects to determine key implementation issues, prepare and/or adapt existing financial models for scenario analysis, and conduct periodic credit analysis of the borrower/ guarantor(s).
• Review and assess project documentation (progress, technical, insurance, environmental, social reports), and assess compliance with conditions precedent during the disbursement processes in line with the Bank’s reportorial requirements, policies, and sectoral strategies. 
• Monitor the financial performance of Loans against facility agreements, including financial, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting requirements, and ensure compliance and satisfactory progress with project objectives.
• Carry out analytical tasks on a wide range of operational, country, and sectoral issues in the Loan portfolio, review and interpret information/data, and propose actions to address identified issues.
• Assist POs in optimal approaches to address identified operational, country, and sectoral issues, effectively mitigating emerging risks and ensuring that Loan projects remain aligned with objectives and priorities.
• Assist POs in assisting borrowers, sponsor companies, and other external stakeholders on loan agreement covenants and reporting requirements, providing insight into developing remedial or corrective measures and fostering cooperative engagement to ensure the successful execution of deliverables.
• Deliver services, project analyses, and other analytical outputs in a timely manner that supports the broader execution of the Bank’s investment pipeline.  
• Assess the effectiveness of processes, policies, and systems related to the management of the Bank’s Loan facilities in maintaining service standards, creating efficiencies, and reducing operational risks that sustain portfolio quality.

Requirements:

• 3 to 5 years of general experience as a fully qualified professional with experience in due diligence/ monitoring of projects and corporate entity loans.
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, business administration, chartered accountancy, or similar field relevant to AIIB’s operations. 
• Fluency in English is essential to communicate in writing and speaking.  Knowledge of a second language is desirable. 
• Knowledge of major infrastructure sectors, (i.e., energy, transport, water, and/or urban development), experience in lending to infrastructure and wholesale banking borrowers, ability to collaborate with others, strong analytical and financial modeling skills for projects and corporate entities are essential in the performance of this role.

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.

How cinfo Can Support You in the Application Process for This Position

• Application and Interview Preparation: Whether you’re preparing your application documents or getting ready for an interview, you can book a Job Application Support session to receive tailored guidance.
• For Swiss nationals invited to the first round of the selection process (e.g., written test, interview, assessment center): Notify us at [email protected], and we will inform our HR partners in the respective organization and the Swiss Government to help increase your visibility.