Senior Associate - Structured Finance

Role Overview: Kaleidofin, a fintech platform dedicated to providing financial solutions for low-income customers and informal economy businesses, is looking for a skilled individual to join their team as a Structured Finance Specialist in Chennai. As part of the team, you will be responsible for structuring and executing local currency debt transactions in East African markets, originating and pitching deals to investors, collaborating with various financial institutions to build investor confidence, and contributing to fundraising initiatives. Your role will also involve leveraging Kaleidofin's risk intelligence and credit tech to design scalable solutions and actively participating in proposal writing, investor outreach, and sales processes. Key Responsibilities: - Structure and execute local currency debt transactions in East African markets - Originate and pitch deals to local and international investors - Work closely with DFIs, financial institutions, and capital market players to build investor confidence - Be involved in fundraising initiatives, focusing on securing grants and delivering technical assistance to enhance proposal quality and compliance - Utilize Kaleidofin's risk intelligence and credit tech to design scalable solutions - Contribute to proposal writing, investor outreach, and sales processes Qualifications Required: - CA / CFA / MBA Finance with a minimum of 5-8 years of experience in Structured Finance, preferably in NBFCs/finance/fintech sector/MFIs - Strong understanding of structured finance, credit analysis, economic evaluation, strategic cost-benefit analysis, valuation analysis, and partnership thesis - Experience in designing or executing securitization, local bonds, or blended finance transactions - Strong sales and proposal writing skills - Passion for inclusive finance and emerging markets If you meet the above qualifications and are willing to travel up to 20% within East Africa, Kaleidofin encourages you to apply for this opportunity by sending your resume to careers@kaleidofin.com.,