Financial Development Specialist

Job Title: Financial Development Specialist

This role is for a skilled professional to support the development of innovative financial solutions and drive impactful investments in the manufacturing, agribusiness, and services sectors in Europe.

Main Responsibilities:

• Assist in identifying and assessing high-potential investment opportunities, conducting integrity due diligence, and reviewing financial statements and projections of companies within relevant sectors.
• Develop a deep understanding of the manufacturing, agribusiness, and services sectors in Ukraine and the region to effectively support broader World Bank Group initiatives aimed at creating new opportunities and unlocking growth through private sector investments.
• Lead the execution of multiple upstream transactions, spanning across advisory services, early-stage project development, and investments, to ensure quality execution and strong client service.
• Conduct technical, financial, and commercial assessments, oversee technical, legal, and regulatory assessments, develop complex financial models, manage the drafting and negotiation of legal agreements, and drive upstream engagements to financial close.

Requirements:

• A Master's degree in business, finance, or economics, with at least 7 years of experience in corporate and project finance, investment banking, industrial economics, or business consulting, particularly in Ukraine.
• Deep understanding of MAS sectors, experience in different sub-sectors, and a strong track record of financial and contractual closings of investment transactions.
• Proven experience in engaging and working with private sector companies, investors, and multiple stakeholders in MAS sectors, as well as successfully managing diverse project teams across multiple transactions.
• Strong financial, analytical, and modeling capabilities, with sound business judgment and the ability to develop creative solutions. Experience in reviewing legal documents and technical studies.
• Experience in successfully developing bankable projects and securing financing for them. Expertise in project management, including strategic planning, risk management, and stakeholder engagement, combined with a strong track record of securing financial close through effective negotiation and financial modeling.
• Excellent English language skills (Ukrainian proficiency is a plus), strong written and verbal communication skills, leadership, coaching, and mentoring abilities, as well as strong teamwork and relationship-building skills.
• Motivated and enthusiastic about sustainable development, with a willingness to travel extensively as needed.

World Bank Group Culture Attributes:

• Sense of Urgency – Anticipating and quickly reacting to the needs of internal and external stakeholders.
• Thoughtful Risk Taking – Taking informed and thoughtful risks and making courageous decisions to push boundaries for greater impact.
• Empowerment and Accountability – Engaging with others in an empowered and accountable manner for impactful results.

Benefits:

• The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; and paid leave, including parental leave, as well as reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Selection Criteria:

• Educational background and professional experience should be aligned with the requirements mentioned above.
• Ability to demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new ideas and technologies.
• Candidates must be willing to work closely with colleagues from various backgrounds and cultures.