Investment Analyst, Finnfund

Finnfund is a Finnish development financier and impact investor. Finnfund builds a sustainable future and generates lasting impact by investing in businesses that solve global development challenges with Finnish added value. Each year, we invest 200–250 million euros in 20–30 companies in developing countries. Our focus is particularly on digital infrastructure and solutions, clean energy, forestry, agriculture, and on providing funding for small and medium-sized enterprises through financial institutions. Today, Finnfund’s investments, commitments, and investment decisions total about 1.2 billion euros. The company has about 100 employees based in Helsinki and Nairobi. For more information, please visit https://www.finnfund.fi/en.

We are now looking for an

Investment Analyst

to join our Investment Analysis team in Helsinki for a full-time, fixed-term position until January 2028.

The Investment Analysis team, part of Investment Operations, plays a central role in Finnfund’s investment process. The team is involved in all transactions, from initial screening through to exit or final repayment. Operating independently of the sector teams, it provides advisory support to decision-makers throughout the investment process. The team consists of eight professionals.

What you will be doing

As an Investment Analyst, you will work with project teams to prepare new investment proposals and analyse selected portfolio companies. Your responsibilities will include conducting financial analyses, preparing financial projections, performing valuations, and gathering information on customers, industries, markets and operating environments to support investment proposals and portfolio management.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for a candidate with a university degree in a relevant field, such as finance, economics or accounting, and either 1–3 years of relevant professional experience or relevant internship experience. Experience in corporate or investment banking, private equity, transaction services, financial consulting, accounting, corporate finance or investment analysis is preferred. International experience, particularly in developing markets, is also valued. Applicants must have the right to work in Finland for the full duration of the employment.

To succeed in this position, we expect you to have:

· a solid understanding of financial statements, corporate finance, valuation and investment fundamentals

· demonstrated financial analysis and financial modelling capabilities, supported by advanced Excel skills

· strong analytical thinking, attention to detail and the ability to identify key risks and assumptions with support as needed

· high integrity and the ability to provide unbiased, well-supported analysis and recommendations

· a structured, persistent and comprehensive approach to solving analytical challenges

· strong written and verbal communication skills, effective presentation skills, and the ability to work effectively in project teams

· experience with AI tools and an interest in, or experience with, AI development

· fluent written and spoken English; command of other languages is an advantage

· a proactive and goal-oriented approach, readiness to learn, and preparedness to travel to developing countries, sometimes at short notice

What’s in it for you

We are based in Helsinki, the capital of Finland – the world’s happiest country. Our modern office in Ruoholahti was designed in collaboration with our employees. Everyone has their own desk at the office, while our hybrid working model allows many of us to work from home 2–3 days a week.

Flexible working hours, comprehensive occupational healthcare services and recreational activities are among the ways Finnfund supports employees’ well-being, work-life balance and job satisfaction. We promote and monitor equality and encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Read more about working at Finnfund https://www.finnfund.fi/en/finnfund/working-at-finnfund/

Get in touch

For more information about the position, please contact Markus Pentikäinen, Head of Investment Analysis, at +358 50 339 7726, preferably on 29 October 2026 between 13.00 and 14.00 or on 4 November 2026 between 13 and 14.30. At other times, Martti Kangas will respond to enquiries at +358 40 700 7754 or [email protected].

We look forward to receiving your application by 8 November 2026. Please also include your CV and salary expectations. If you have a disability and require assistance during the recruitment process, please contact the person mentioned above. We can make reasonable adjustments to the process based on your support needs.

We welcome applications from qualified individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and are committed to building a team with diverse skills, experiences and perspectives.