Fund Manager

BlueOrchard is a leading global impact investment manager and member of the Schroders Group. As a pioneer of impact investing, the firm is dedicated to generating lasting positive impact for communities and the environment, while aiming at providing attractive returns to investors. BlueOrchard was founded in 2001, by initiative of the UN, as the first commercial manager of microfinance debt investments worldwide. Today, the firm offers impact investment solutions across asset classes, connecting millions of entrepreneurs in emerging and frontier markets with investors with the aim to make impact investment solutions accessible to all and to advance the conscious use of capital. Being a professional investment manager and expert in innovative blended finance mandates, BlueOrchard has a sophisticated international investor base and is a trusted partner of leading global development finance institutions. As of December 2024, BlueOrchard supported over 300 million people in emerging and frontier markets with its investments. Become part of this unique success story and join our fast-growing company in Zurich, Switzerland as:

Fund Manager

The Blended Finance team at BlueOrchard is responsible for the design and set up of impact investment strategies where both public and private investors are contributing capital. The team works on new initiatives as well as on existing ones, where it is in charge of the relationship with the Development Finance Institutions and of the corporate governance/fund management activities of such mandates.

Alongside the majority of these so called “blended” funds there is a technical assistance facility meant to support investees through capacity building projects to address specific end clients’ needs, in line with the strategy impact objectives.

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the team’s fund management activities. The successful candidate will ensure best in class services to investors, effective internal coordination among the BlueOrchard team and contribute to research and publications.

Key Responsibilities

• Fund management of existing BF mandates, including meetings material preparation and relationship management with governing bodies;
• Support structuring, and launch of new blended finance products;
• Conduct BF market research;
• Liaise with stakeholders (investors, DFIs, partners);
• Support knowledge sharing and team processes.
  

Required Skills and Competencies

• 3-5 years of previous experience in consulting, banking, asset management;
• Strong analytical skills;
• High proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint;
• Understanding of impacting investing, blended finance principles and products;
• Clear written and verbal communication;
• Organizational and time management abilities;
• Collaborative attitude and willingness to learn.

Your personal profile

• Highly motivated, ambitious self-starter, willing to go the extra mile to achieve results in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment;
• Resourcefulness to ensure customer satisfaction at all times and excellent communication skills;
• Passion to innovate and to be a leading contributor in impact investing.

What we offer

• The opportunity to work for a global, purpose-driven company committed to tackling global poverty, climate change, and driving sustainable impact;
• An entrepreneurial and inclusive culture that encourages strategic thinking and supports continuous learning and development;
• Collaborate with a diverse, high-performing, and multicultural team from various regions, bringing together a rich mix of perspectives and expertise.

Desired Start date: 13 April 2026

Please apply in ENGLISH, including CV and cover letter via http://www.blueorchard.com/about-us/careers/

Kindly note that only online applications received through our career website will be taken into consideration and that BlueOrchard is not sponsoring work permits for the candidates.

By applying to this position you agree to the terms as described in the Schroders-Job-Application-Notice.pdf (blueorchard.com) and confirm that you have read and understood the legal provisions contained therein.