CrossBoundary Group is a mission-driven investment and advisory firm that works to attract investment to underserved markets for sustainable growth and strong returns. CrossBoundary Advisory provides transaction and investment advisory services, having developed a specialized expertise in unleashing investment across all sectors in these markets. CrossBoundary has advised on over US$11B worth of transactions across 75 countries globally, serving our clients from 23 offices across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Our advisory clients include governments, development finance institutions, private equity firms, Fortune 100 companies, and research institutions.
Learn more at
CrossBoundary is recruiting a full-time Analyst to assist with the entire value chain across investment advisory in Iraq.
As an Analyst, you will be tasked with evaluating investment opportunities, conducting macroeconomic market assessments, and providing transaction support to both investors and capital seekers. This may include identifying and evaluating investment opportunities, supporting investment exits, conducting financial analysis, performing due diligence, conducting business development, managing client & investor relationships, and representing CrossBoundary at conferences and similar events This role will also include administrative responsibilities such as managing the relationship with local legal and tax consultants, invoicing and bank accounts in Iraq, managing the office premises, and other operational activities.
Prior experience working in high-caliber investment banking and/or management consulting institutions will be regarded favorably.
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
Self-starter who is passionate about creating lasting change in underserved markets
Willing to take on new types of work, even without prior experience or direct supervision
Enthusiastic about working, traveling, and living in a challenging environment
Comfortable with ambiguity; able to operate effectively in a changing context
Humble
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
Provide team local context by keeping updated on local political and financial news and by maintaining relationships with a broad range of stakeholders in Iraq
Investor qualification and relations
Assist in identifying relevant, qualified investors
Assist in managing numerous investor relationships
Transaction support
Prepare sell- and buy-side investment memoranda and pitch decks
Develop company valuation and forward-looking financial models
Support investor due diligence and transaction execution through financial close
Support management of client relationships
Operational and administrative support
Managing the relationship with local legal and tax consultants
Invoicing and bank accounts in Iraq
Managing the office premises
Qualifications
Required skills and qualifications:
Bachelor\'s degree required
Fluent written and spoken English and Arabic, with excellent Kurdish an added bonus
Strong quantitative skills and finance background; basic familiarity with company evaluations, accounting, and financial modeling, and enthusiasm to learn more about these topics
Excellent analytical ability and discipline; ability to think clearly, structure problems logically, and then design and implement solutions that focus on the core issues
Understanding of business dynamics in Iraq
Ability to build strong relationships with partners and colleagues
Excellent presentation skills; ability to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences
Think you have what it takes, but not sure you check every box? Research shows that while men apply to roles when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women often only apply when they check every box. If you\xe2\x80\x99re passionate about what we\xe2\x80\x99re building, send us your resume and a note to . We\xe2\x80\x99re always looking to meet great people!
Location
The Analyst will conduct most of their work in Erbil, Iraq, but can be based in a nearby region with frequent travel.
Equal Opportunity Employer
CrossBoundary is an equal opportunity employer. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to our
Contact
Interested candidates should apply at https://www.crossboundary.com/careers/