Senior Officer, Risk Management

Calvert Impact

$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, International Development, or related field; advanced degree or certification preferred.
  • 5-7 years of experience in risk management, credit analysis, portfolio management, impact investing, or development finance.
  • Experience in reviewing debt investments, including underwriting and financial analysis; familiarity with equity investments preferred.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills to synthesize complex financial data.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment in complex or evolving situations.
  • Proven collaborative skills and relationship-building capabilities with stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting risk considerations.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.

Responsibilities

  • Support portfolio and enterprise risk management activities to enhance risk oversight processes.
  • Review due diligence memoranda for new proposals, ensuring risks are identified and aligned with investment policies.
  • Evaluate transaction structures and credit considerations for investments.
  • Review annual risk score updates and escalate material concerns appropriately.
  • Advise on strategies for workout and reviews of classified assets.
  • Monitor and manage the portfolio, reviewing performance and emerging risk indicators.
  • Prepare risk analyses and exposure reporting for stakeholders, monitoring compliance with internal frameworks.
  • Enhance risk management tools and operational practices for greater efficiency.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Exposure to diverse portfolio management and investment strategies.
  • Collaborative and cross-functional work environment.
  • Commitment to mission-driven impact investing.
  • Strong emphasis on ethical practices and integrity.
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities:

The Senior Officer, Risk Management supports portfolio and enterprise risk management activities and serves as a key contributor to the organization's risk oversight processes. This role exercises independent judgment, supports cross-functional decision-making, and helps strengthen risk management frameworks and practices as the organization continues to grow.

Investment & Credit Risk Review
  • Review due diligence memoranda for new loan and investment proposals to ensure key risks are appropriately identified, analyzed, mitigated, and aligned with Calvert Impact's investment policies and risk appetite.
  • Evaluate transaction structures, credit considerations, covenant compliance, and portfolio implications associated with new and existing investments.
  • Review annual risk score updates, waiver requests, amendments, and modifications, highlighting key considerations and escalating material concerns where appropriate.
  • Advise on workout strategies and classified asset reviews, including recommendations related to provisioning adjustments and portfolio actions.
  • Apply sound credit judgment and analytical rigor in assessing complex transactions and evolving portfolio risks.

Portfolio Risk Monitoring & Reporting
  • Support ongoing monitoring and management of the Calvert Impact Capital portfolio, including review of investee performance, compliance metrics, emerging risk indicators, and portfolio quality trends.
  • Prepare portfolio risk analyses, exposure reporting, and quarterly summaries for internal stakeholders and committees, while monitoring country exposure, concentration limits, and alignment with internal risk frameworks.
  • Partner with Investments and Portfolio Management teams to support portfolio reviews, thematic analyses, and proactive risk mitigation efforts.

Risk Operations & Cross-Functional Support
  • Contribute to the enhancement of risk management tools, methodologies, reporting processes, and operational practices to improve efficiency, transparency, and consistency across the organization.
  • Support special risk management projects, portfolio analyses, strategic initiatives, and other cross-functional business priorities as needed.

Required /Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, International Development, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certification, a plus.
  • Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant experience in risk management, credit analysis, portfolio management, impact investing, banking, development finance, or related financial services sectors.
  • Experience reviewing and analyzing debt investments, including underwriting, due diligence, financial statement analysis, and ongoing portfolio monitoring; familiarity with equity investments strongly preferred.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex financial and portfolio information into clear insights and recommendations.
  • Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and operate effectively in complex, ambiguous, or evolving situations.
  • Experience working collaboratively across functions and building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to clearly present risk considerations and recommendations.
  • Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools; familiarity with portfolio management systems and risk reporting platforms preferred.
  • High attention to detail, intellectual curiosity, and a continuous improvement mindset.
  • An individual of the highest integrity, professionalism, and trustworthiness.
  • Commitment to Calvert Impact's mission and impact-focused investment approach.

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