Associate Fund Manager

Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.

We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

Impact Private Debt and Equity

The Impact Private Debt and Equity (IPD&E) department manages seven article 9 funds investing in debt, equity and growth capital instruments along the themes of Financial Inclusion, Energy Transition and Food Transition, in emerging markets and Europe. The funds are managed by a fund management team. The investments for the funds’ portfolios are originated and managed by five investment teams and the KYC team.

Currently we are looking for an Associate Fund Manager with a specific focus on our energy transition funds. The Triodos Energy Transition Europe Fund, Triodos Groenfonds and Triodos Emerging Markets Renewable Energy Fund are three of the 7 funds within the Impact Private Debt & Equity (IPD&E) domain of Triodos Investment Management. The Funds are primarily focused on providing equity, mezzanine and senior debt financing for projects and growth equity for companies active in the energy transition in Europe and Emerging markets. As an Associate Fund Manager you will work on the strategic positioning and the development of these uniquely positioned funds together with the lead fund managers. In this broad role you will represent the funds and Triodos IM and work closely together both with sales and the investment management teams to generate impact and solid returns within the prospectus guideline of the fund.

Profile

How you will make a difference

You will support the fund managers in the management of three energy transition funds covering a wide range of tasks and responsibilities, such as:

• Portfolio construction and maintaining a well-diversified portfolio in line with the strategic asset allocation and impact-risk-return profile of the funds
• Monitor the financial return of the fund and test it against the long-term return target. You also periodically make a return analysis to test the fund’s results compared to the market
• Monitor market developments, assess the consequences for the fund and – if necessary – identify an adjustment to the investment policy or the selection criteria of the underlying investments
• Play a key role in the strategic development of the fund, in collaboration with the Fund Manager, Sales team, Triodos IM management board and other stakeholders
• Supporting reviews of the fund, considering how to improve the structure and potentially support the launch of new mandates / fund structures
• Be involved in investor meetings, presentations and due diligences
• Coordinating with staff departments providing services to the fund, including finance, control, portfolio administration, marketing & communication, legal, tax, risk and compliance

This is you

You have a strong analytical background and a keen interest in the energy transition. You understand developments in the energy transition beyond traditional wind and solar. You are comfortable working in an international environment. Within a team you are delivering on an agreed timeline through quality assurance, coordination and where necessary a deep dive. You have affinity and personal connection with the mission and values of Triodos Bank as well as the capacity to communicate these and translate them into daily activities.

• High potential with the ambition to grow into a fund management position within 1-3 years depending on work experience
• Experience in the Energy Transition
• Commercial drive, able to build relationships and the ability to present specialist knowledge convincingly.
• Entrepreneurial drive in growing the funds, coupled with the ability to be a cooperative team player
• Inquisitive by nature with an eye for new developments in the sector and the ability to convert this into opportunities for the energy transition funds
• A solution focused attitude, pragmatic and with good business acumen
• A flexible and “hands on” approach
• Affinity with the food transition and/or financial inclusion is a plus

The position requires:

• 5 years’ work experience in a fast-paced result driven environment (e.g. consulting, energy industry or finance);
• Affinity with maintaining and developing investors relations and attracting new investors
• Expertise and experience in the field of project debt, project equity and/or growth equity
• Highly organized individual, capable of liaising with multiple stakeholders and managing multiple workstreams in parallel while working to deadlines and managing time effectively
• University degree with a master’s in finance, Economics, Corporate Finance, accounting degree or equivalent. CFA, or MBA would be an additional advantage
• Applicants must be residents of the Netherlands

Offer

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture

The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• Find a sense of meaning in your work
• Create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• Build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• Enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

A comfortable working environment

Our award-winning sustainable head office is based in Driebergen-Zeist, the Netherlands at the Reehorst Estate, just a 3 minutes’ walk from the train station. Combined with working from home, it is an inspiring place to work and connect with your colleagues. We expect you to live in the Netherlands.

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions:

• A salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• An attractive pension policy
• A mobility card (including free private travels)
• Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
• Reimbursement of a company bicycle to the max of € 1,500
• 30 holiday days with a 40-hour working week, plus the option of buying 2 weeks of extra holiday days
• Extra leave to contribute to voluntary work
• A range of education and training opportunities
• The option to join our collective health insurance
• A working from home allowance per home office day
• Suitable home office equipment up to € 750 every 5 years

Sounds interesting?

If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.

Everyone is welcome to join us. Our culture is built on values that aim to benefit both society and individuals. We are committed to equity and diversity, and we value everyone’s perspective. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.