Founded in 2011, CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm committed to unlocking the power of capital to make a substantial return while creating a lasting difference in frontier markets. We take a transaction-centered approach to frontier markets. CrossBoundary provides investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unlea...
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CrossBoundary Advisory is recruiting a full-time Analyst. We seek candidates with 1-3 years of relevant experience working in underserved markets, contacts across the region's financial services sector, and an understanding of the investment landscape. As an Analyst, you will evaluate investment opportunities, conduct macroeconomic markets assessments, and provide transaction support to both investors and capital seekers.
Who We Are
The CrossBoundary team is a unique group made up of people who are genuinely excited by the opportunity to make a difference in some of the most challenging yet exciting markets in the world. Team members come from diverse backgrounds but share several qualities: curiosity, humility, integrity, a drive for excellence, and a bias for action.
Who You Are
Bachelor’s degree required
1-3 years of relevant experience in investment banking, management consulting, private equity, or similar
Experience living and/or working in underserved markets required; experience in the region applied for highly preferred
High tolerance for ambiguity; able to operate effectively in a changing context
Strong quantitative skills and analytical abilities: can think clearly, structure problems logically, and then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issues
Familiarity with company fundraising process, including investor due diligence processes
Great at building and maintaining relationships under stress with colleagues and clients in the sector and/or region
Willing to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervision
Excellent presentation skills: ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
Exceptional attention to detail and ability to deliver high-quality output within time constraints
Self-starter who is humble and passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
Enthusiastic about working, traveling, and living in sometimes challenging environments
Familiarity and comfort with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
Comfort operating in a Business English environment
Primary Responsibilities
Company identification and evaluation
Identify and rigorously assess investment opportunities
Market assessment and ongoing market analysis
Conduct macroeconomic, regulatory, and operational assessments
Provide sector analysis of priority areas for investment
Investor qualification and relations
Assist in identifying qualified investors
Support with managing numerous investor relationships
Transaction support
Assist on complex transactions which include but not limited to due diligence support, detailed financial model preparation including valuation
Team support
Support others on the team to execute on projects
Leverage firms’ tools and share in the power of internal knowledge
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