Lead Investment Officer

Overview

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Join Our Mission to Foster Prosperity in Asia. Are you ready to make a difference in the future of Asia and be a catalyst for positive change? We are thrilled to offer a unique opportunity to become an important part of the prestigious Asian Development Bank (ADB). At ADB, our mission is simple yet powerful: to alleviate poverty and promote sustainable development in the Asia-Pacific region.

The position of Lead Investment Officer is assigned to the Risk Analytics Unit under the Office of the Director General (OPSD-RAU) within the Private Sector Operations Department (PSOD). You will be based at our Headquarters in Manila, Philippines. You will report to Unit Head, OPSD-RAU and/or Designated International Staff and will oversee junior staff members.

Your Role

As a Lead Investment Officer, you will independently lead, undertake and conduct risk assessments and related due diligence work for ADB's new nonsovereign transactions (loans, guarantees, debt instruments), and assess risks in existing transactions. You will independently (i) review client materials, such as financial statements or technical reports, (ii) identify key risks and how to assess them (e.g. sensitivity analysis), (iii) recommend risk mitigation measures and transaction structuring inputs; (iv) prepare risk ratings and valuations; and (v) lead or provide support for thematic or inter-departmental risk analytics projects, such as sector review work or development of benchmarking tools.

• Risk Appraisal of New Transactions
• Lead, review, assess, and provide recommendations for key transaction risks, covering, inter alia, sponsor, commercial and structure risks in proposed financing transactions.
• Lead and provide advice and recommendations to deal origination teams on appropriate risk mitigation measures, deal structuring, and financial covenants throughout the risk appraisal process.
• Participate in drafting risk appraisals for nonsovereign debt & guarantee transactions in both the concept review and final approval stages.
• Transaction Monitoring
• Lead and reviews monitoring documents for nonsovereign debt & guarantee transactions, including transactions in remedial or recovery state, and supports the preparation of relevant risk appraisals.
• Lead, evaluate and recommend approval for waivers, amendments, and consents related to proposed changes to loan covenants and terms.
• Lead and recommend risk mitigation measures including those relevant to covenant structures and security arrangements, as applicable.
• Others
• Within designated area of specialization, lead and coordinate RAU's peer analysis and risk rating consistency.
• Lead and shares knowledge with junior team members to enhance their analytical and technical capabilities.
• In designated area of specialization, acts as back-up and mentor for junior staff working on transactions.
• Manage and mentor junior analysts and consultants engaged in risk appraisal.
• Provide ideas for, coordinate and lead thematic projects.
• Support Head, RAU in tasks related to management of the unit.
• Be a leader for enhancing the team's processes and efficiency in supporting increased deal flow and portfolio of nonsovereign operations.
• Participate in selected due diligence missions.
• Assume and undertake ad hoc project tasks and other forms of assignments.
• Lead and provide support to other divisions and units in PSOD as and when needed for special projects and tasks.

• Master's Degree, or equivalent in Business Administration, Finance, or relevant fields, or Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, or relevant fields and at least 5 years specialized experience relevant to the position can be considered.
• Advance training and/or qualification as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA).
• At least 12 years work experience in international bank, rating agency, or multilateral/bilateral development organization, in risk management, deal origination or investment appraisal, and at least 7 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong familiarity with risk rating tools, and developments in the area of risk management.
• Strong computer skills with sound knowledge of common word-processing, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, financial modeling and macro.
• Strong report-writing and communication skills in English.
• Please refer to the link for ADB Competency Framework for Technical Local Staff grade TL8.

ADB offers a rewarding salary and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary will be based on ADB's standards and comparator markets, taking into account your qualifications and experience.

• Retirement plan
• Medical and health benefits
• Paid leave (including parental)
• Life and other insurance plans
• Staff development

This appointment is open to internal and external applicants. This is a fixed-term appointment for an initial fixed period of 3 years. At the end of the initial period, this appointment may, at the option of ADB, be extended once for up to 2 years, converted to a regular appointment, or ended on its expiration date. This decision will be made in the overall interest of ADB that: (a) it will require Staff's particular blend of skills and experience in the foreseeable future; and (b) Staff's performance is satisfactory and they are suitable for further employment.

Asian Development Bank (ADB) is an international development finance institution headquartered in Manila, Philippines and is composed of 69 members, 50 of which are from the Asia and Pacific region. ADB is committed to achieving a prosperous, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable Asia and the Pacific, while sustaining its efforts to eradicate extreme poverty. ADB combines finance, knowledge, and partnerships to fulfill its expanded vision under our Strategy 2030. ADB only hires nationals of its 69 members. To view ADB Organizational Chart, please click here. ADB wants to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. ADB encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities. Women are highly encouraged to apply. Visit ADB Careers FAQ for more information.

Primary Location: Asian Development Bank Headquarters-Philippines-Manila

Department: Private Sector Operations Department

Division: Risk Analytics Unit

Staff Category: Technical Local - HQ

Position Level: TL8

Job Posting: 19-Sep-2025, 4:40:38 AM

03-Oct-2025, 8:59:00 PM