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Managing Director, Nature Finance

USA The Nature Conservancy
New York, NY
What We Can Achieve Together:

The Managing Director, Nature Finance leads NatureVest's team of impact finance professionals in developing and executing on impact investment and sovereign debt products. This senior finance expert provides oversight of and input into the development of both sovereign and non-sovereign transactions and new product lines, with accountability for managing teams to originate and close transactions, source investment capital and structure transactions to deliver conservation outcomes aligned with TNC's 2030 Goals. They also provide financing expertise to inform the development of new private equity, corporate finance and other finance mechanisms to deliver impact. They oversee numerous projects across relevant geographies in coordination with TNC Global Strategy and Regional Leadership colleagues, cultivate new partners and opportunities, and manage external relationships with finance institutions, NGOs, country governments, and other key stakeholders within NatureVest's mandate. The Managing Director, Nature Finance directly manages NatureVest's Impact Investments and Sustainable Debt teams. They report to the Managing Director of NatureVest.

Location: New York City TNC office

What You'll Bring:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field and 9 years related work experience in a private sector environment, such as investment banking, multilateral finance or government entity, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Debt and structured finance experience and experience structuring, negotiating and closing debt and equity transactions, including in emerging markets.
  • Experience with debt swap structures, terms and mechanics.
  • Experience with impact investing structures.
  • Track record of ensuring programmatic commitments, policies and procedures, financial standards and legal requirements are met and managed for compliance.
  • Ability to direct the design and implementation of complex and diverse projects, setting deadlines and ensuring program accountability.
  • Ability to make strategic decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgment.
  • Experience negotiating complex legal agreements from a business and financial perspective.
  • Experience working at a senior level.
  • Written and verbal fluency in English.
Desired Qualifications:
  • 15 to 20+ years experience in financial services and transactions.
  • Experience managing a team of finance professionals to close financial transactions.
  • Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience.
  • Strong team player who can build relationships and work collaboratively across the organization in an unstructured environment and with Conservancy partners; prior experience working with NGOs a plus.
  • Experience both in and outside the U.S. strongly preferred. Demonstrated commitment to developing and practicing global literacy.
  • Acts independently and exercises judgment to identify and solve complex problems.
  • Outstanding analytical and project management capabilities.
  • Superior written and oral communications.
  • Skills in a language in addition to English a strong plus (Spanish and/or French).
Salary Information:

The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $250,000- $300,000. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment.

Who We Are:

The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world's toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We're rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it's career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there's many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor.

One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant's unique experience. Please apply - we'd love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, "you'll join for the mission, and stay for the people."

What We Bring:

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible.

Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub.

The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process.

Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings!

TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.
Posted 2026-05-30

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