Impact Investment Analyst

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an analytical Impact Investment Analyst to join a remote-first team focused on deploying capital into ventures with measurable social or environmental impact alongside financial returns. You will evaluate opportunities, build memos, and monitor portfolio performance.

In this role you will develop rigorous financial models, apply impact measurement frameworks, and collaborate with fund managers to drive both impact and profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 2–4 years of experience in investment analysis, finance, or impact investing.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills.
• Understanding of impact measurement frameworks and social/environmental metrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on potential impact investment opportunities across various sectors.
• Analyze financial statements, market data, and impact metrics of target organizations.
• Develop investment memos and present recommendations to the investment committee.
• Monitor the performance of existing investments, assessing financial and impact outcomes.
• Support portfolio companies in achieving social and environmental goals.
• Contribute to development and refinement of the organization's impact investing strategy.
• Stay informed about market trends, best practices, and new developments in impact investing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Quantitative analysis

Communication skills

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Business

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and mission-driven Impact Investment Analyst to join their remote-first team. This role is crucial for identifying, evaluating, and managing investments that generate positive social or environmental impact alongside financial returns. You will play a key part in deploying capital into innovative ventures and organizations, working closely with fund managers and portfolio companies to maximize both impact and financial performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional passionate about sustainable development and social change.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct due diligence on potential impact investment opportunities across various sectors.
• Analyze financial statements, market data, and impact metrics of target organizations.
• Develop investment memos and present recommendations to the investment committee.
• Monitor the performance of existing investments, assessing both financial and impact outcomes.
• Support portfolio companies in achieving their social and environmental goals.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of the organization's impact investing strategy.
• Stay informed about market trends, best practices, and new developments in impact investing .

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in investment analysis, finance, or impact investing.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and financial modeling skills.
• Understanding of impact measurement frameworks and social/environmental metrics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment.
• A strong commitment to social and environmental responsibility and the charity sector .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus structure reflective of the market for impact investing professionals.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge investments that drive positive change globally.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous professional development budget and opportunities for further education.