Associate Business Management

BlueOrchard was founded in 2001 by initiative of the UN as the first commercial manager of microfinance debt investments worldwide and has since evolved into a leading global impact investment manager. The firm is dedicated to fostering inclusive and climate-smart growth while providing attractive returns for investors. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, BlueOrchard has offices in Cambodia, Georgia, Peru, Kenya, Luxembourg, Singapore and Geneva. To date, the company has invested over USD 6bn across 80 emerging and frontier markets, enabling tangible social and environmental impact. Become part of this unique success story and join our fast-growing company in Zurich, Switzerland as

Associate Business Management

In this role you will be working at the intersection of strategic and sales activities, reporting to the COO.   

Key tasks

• Lead and support strategic and cross-functional projects;
• Keep track of strategic initiatives, ensure progress, follow-up and timely decision-making;
• Coordinate key topics for the Senior Management Team;
• Manage client relationships and engage in client meetings;
• Work closely with the CEO, COO and the Senior Management Team.

Required skills and experience

• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in management consulting, investment advisory, sales or business development;
• Excellent problem-solving, conceptual and communication skills;
• Excellent spoken and written English and German (necessary); Swiss German would be a plus;
• Master’s degree desirable in Economics, Business Administration or Finance.

Your personal profile

• Proactive attitude and strong drive to develop business relationships;
• Self-starter with strong work ethics and positive energy;
• Excellent team player, responsive and with a strong customer focus;
• Entrepreneurial attitude.