IIX Recovery Specialist

About Impact Investment Exchange (IIX)

Impact Investment Exchange (IIX) is a pioneer in the global impact investing movement, dedicated to reshaping finance for sustainable development with a focus on gender equality and climate action through capital mobilization and data-based solutions.  For over a decade and a half, we've been building the sustainable investing market, from establishing the world's largest crowdfunding platform for impact investing (Impact Partners™), operating award-winning enterprise technical assistance programs, creating innovative financial products such as the  Women's Livelihood Bond™ Series, (6 listed bonds and growing) and establishing an  Impact Institute and  Research & Advisory. While we are very deep with our work in Asia, the Pacific, and Africa, our work spans 60 countries globally where we have mobilized close to $500 million of private-sector capital, positively impacted over 160 million direct and household lives, avoided over 1.9 million metric tons of carbon, and have collected over 90,000+ data points on sustainable micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The base of IIX's work is  IIX Values™, an impact verification tech solution measuring investments' social and environmental impact to the last mile, amplifying the voices of the underserved. In 2022, we, along with global partners, launched the  Orange Movement™ and, within that, created a new asset class, Orange Bonds, to demonstrate the intersectionality of gender equality and climate action and unlock $10 billion in capital markets by 2030, impacting 100 million women, girls, and gender minorities and making them a key player in climate mitigation and adaptation efforts. In 2024, we unveiled our global data hub,  IIX Intelligence™, which aggregates, evaluates, and benchmarks data from sustainable MSMEs, offering unparalleled insights into gender diversity, climate action, ESG performance, and community risk management. IIX Intelligence demonstrates with data the importance of MSMEs as a backbone of sustainable development.  Numerous accolades, including the Oslo Business for Peace Award and the UN Global Climate Action Award, have recognized our efforts. Our team's 'PREM' values—passion, resilience, equity, and mavericks—propel our efforts, bringing meaningful change to Global South communities and the 99%.

www.iixglobal.com 

About a career with IIX:

You will join a highly effective team that provides unparalleled hands-on exposure to the Impact Investing and Social Finance space. You thrive in tackling development issues and excel in creating solutions using structured strategies and unprecedented programs that address and solve the world's most pressing problems, from food security to inclusive finance to clean energy. You aim to become a global development leader who has a passion for international development and to get involved in work that makes a difference.

When you join IIX, you embark on a rewarding career where we are heavily invested in your professional development, as we will build on your strengths and help you gain new skills with training, coaching, encouragement, and guiding you in the right direction. It is a valuable addition to advance your career, providing you invaluable exposure to the rapidly growing impact investing space.

You WANT to instigate change.

Thus, as a successful team member, you should be a PREM:

• Passionate: Commitment to social finance and impact investing as a path to unlock society's potential to effect social change is essential for a happy and successful tenure at IIX.
• Resilient: Similar to our enterprises working in emerging markets, our IIX team members have strong mental and emotional fortitude and can recover quickly from difficulties or setbacks. We look for people with an adaptable and positive attitude and a strong sense of self-worth, which enables them to move forward and continue to strive for their goals even in the face of adversity.
• Equitable: At IIX, we manage toward impact maximization and produce measurable and transparent returns – both social and financial. These results strengthen the ecosystem and transform existing realities by helping impact enterprises magnify their impact and scale. We are fair and impartial in our actions and ensure that we make objective and unbiased decisions based on facts and impact.
• Maverick: While IIX is a seasoned stakeholder in the impact enterprise and impact investing space in Asia, we pride ourselves on creating new opportunities. We look for people with an independent and unorthodox approach to thinking and behaving. If you are someone who is non-conformist, innovative, and independent, often going against the grain, does not like following the crowd, and is not afraid to express your own opinions, we want you.

Our clients and partners span the spectrum of public and private sector including foundations such as the Rockefeller Foundation and Bank of America-Merrill Lynch Foundation, corporations such as Standard Chartered Bank and KKR, international non-profits such as Oxfam and World Vision, multilateral institutions such as the Asian Development Bank, UN Agencies such as UNDP, and government agencies such as USAID and SIDA

Job Overview:

The Recovery Specialist will play a crucial role in managing and recovering those few loans in the Women's Livelihood Bond Series loan portfolios that are experiencing financial stress and require additional attention beyond regular monitoring. This position will involve working closely with both internal stakeholders, including IIX's credit and legal teams and with external stakeholders including borrowers, other providers of finance, and external counsel to ensure timely loan repayments, minimize loan defaults, and maximize loan recoveries. This is a new role at IIX.

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a proven track record in managing stressed and distressed loans. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact by developing and implementing innovative strategies to maximize recoveries. You will work closely with legal, credit, and operations teams to identify and pursue opportunities, negotiate settlements, and minimize losses. This includes developing comprehensive recovery strategies, including legal, financial, and operational measures.

The successful candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a relentless drive to achieve results. You will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and adapting to changing priorities. 

Specific scope includes:

• Asset Identification and Assessment:
  • Identify distressed assets within IIX's portfolio.
  • Conduct thorough financial and legal due diligence to assess the value and recovery potential of each asset.
• Loan Recovery: 
  • Develop and implement effective recovery strategies for delinquent loans.
  • Conduct field visits to meet with borrowers and understand their financial situations.
  • Negotiate repayment plans and provide financial counseling to borrowers.
  • Negotiate restructuring plans with borrowers and other providers of capital
  • Take necessary legal actions to recover outstanding loans, if required.
• Relationship Management: 
  • Build strong relationships with borrowers and field officers to foster trust and cooperation.
  • Provide excellent customer service and address borrower concerns promptly.
  • Collaborate with other team members to ensure smooth operations and efficient recovery processes.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: 
  • Collect and analyze data on loan performance, recovery rates, and other relevant metrics.
  • Prepare regular reports on recovery activities, including key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Identify areas for improvement and propose solutions to enhance recovery efforts.
• Risk Management:
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with distressed asset recovery.
  • Implement risk management strategies to protect IIX's interests.
• Portfolio Monitoring:
  • Monitor the performance of distressed assets and adjust recovery strategies as needed.
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on recovery progress.
• Legal and Regulatory Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, partner requirements, and internal policies.
  • Collaborate with legal counsel to initiate legal proceedings when necessary.

To be a successful candidate with IIX, you should have:

• Strong understanding of financial analysis, accounting, and corporate finance
• Experience in debt restructuring, asset recovery, or insolvency proceedings
• Knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks in relevant jurisdictions
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to be assertive in negotiations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis tools

Requirements: 

• Degree in Business, Law, or Economics preferred.
• Minimum 6 years working experience in a related field.
• Fluency in English, both verbal and written.
• Must possess computer skills, including, but not limited to, use of Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by IIX Talent Acquisition team. Your personal data may be collected, but it will be used for recruitment purposes only.

"IIX is an equal opportunity employer"

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