(Associate) Investment Officer - Private Equity Funds (PE)

IFC; Fatih; On-site; TRY 2,494,000 - 3,743,000; Full time

Job summary

A global development institution is seeking an Investment Officer for their Private Equity Funds group in Istanbul. The role involves due diligence, portfolio management, and analyzing fund manager alignment with investment criteria. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s degree and significant experience in fund investments. The organization offers competitive benefits and values diversity in its workforce.

Benefits

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Paid leave including parental leave

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in fund investments, equity investments, corporate finance or consulting.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Demonstrated teamwork skills across multicultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform due diligence and structuring of private equity fund investment projects.
• Actively monitor the assigned portfolio of funds and prepare internal reports.
• Assist Global Managers with assignments relating to corporate strategy.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Teamwork skills

Client service orientation

Communication skills in English

Education

Master’s or equivalent degree in economics, finance, or accounting

MBA from a leading international institution

Job description

Overview

(Associate) Investment Officer - Private Equity Funds (PE)

Location: Istanbul, Turkiye. Job #: req34458. Organization: IFC. Sector: Investment. Duration: 3 years. Recruitment Type: Local Recruitment. Closing Date: 10/9/2025 (MM/DD/YYYY) at 11:59pm UTC.

Description

Build a career with impact. The World Bank Group (WBG) provides a unique opportunity to help countries solve development challenges. IFC is the largest global development institution focused on the private sector in emerging markets. IFC’s PE Funds group plays an integral role in this mission, focusing on growth equity, venture capital, small business funds in frontier regions, and selectively sector funds. IFC seeks a PE Funds Investment Officer based in Istanbul to assess fund managers in the Middle East & Central Asia and Europe regions to determine alignment with IFC investment criteria for financial returns, development impact, and environmental and social responsibility, and to conduct portfolio monitoring analyses for IFC’s existing portfolio. The role may include corporate assignments and global portfolio analyses.

Roles and Responsibilities

• New Business
  • Perform due diligence and structuring of private equity fund investment projects as a transaction leader.
  • Coordinate with internal IFC stakeholders – including Legal; Risk; Environmental and Social; Development Impact; and Macroeconomics – to process and present investment projects and ensure compliance with IFC standards.
  • Conduct industry research, network at regional and global industry conferences, and assist with country-focused and regional market mappings.
• Portfolio Management
  • Actively monitor the assigned portfolio of funds, including reviewing quarterly and annual reports and preparing internal reports and valuations based on financial statements and progress reports.
  • Participate in annual meetings and other meetings with fund managers; coordinate with IFC’s Legal department and Portfolio Manager to make portfolio decisions as needed.
  • Take Advisory Committee positions in portfolio funds as an IFC representative.
  • Build and maintain client relationships to ensure responsive client service and enhance new business opportunities.
  • Prepare documentation for IFC internal processes and perform portfolio analyses at regional and global levels.
• Corporate Strategy
  • Assist Global Managers with assignments relating to global team and corporate strategy as needed.
  • Analyze development impact of IFC’s funds’ portfolio; perform deep dives on target regions and sectors; ensure data accuracy in internal systems.

Qualifications

• Master’s or equivalent degree from a reputable university; preferably with economics, finance, or accounting. MBA from a leading international institution preferred.
• Minimum 5 to 8 years of experience in fund investments, equity investments, corporate finance or consulting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; sound business judgment to identify issues and present practical solutions.
• Ability to work effectively in multi-cultural teams and across boundaries; demonstrated teamwork skills.
• Strong client service orientation with openness to feedback and new ideas.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability and willingness to travel.

WBG Culture Attributes

• Sense of urgency: Anticipate and respond quickly to stakeholder needs.
• Thoughtful risk-taking: Challenge the status quo to achieve greater impact.
• Empowerment and accountability: Empower yourself and others to act and hold each other accountable for results.

World Bank Group Core Competencies

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.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, and do not discriminate based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability.

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