Career stories

“I believe that an investor can have a big impact on a country’s financial development and equality progress, especially in developing countries. Smart money can make a change.”

“My journey has gone from risk management trainee to working as a portfolio analyst and risk analyst. You never stop learning at Finnfund. The company gives you a possibility to develop at your work as well as attend trainings.”

“I got to work at the Dutch entrepreneurial development bank FMO in Netherlands for a year through our secondment program. I’m very grateful that Finnfund offers this kind of possibilities and that I have been able to advance my career at Finnfund.”

"The job is about so much more than just numbers and Excel sheets. The best part for me is connecting with people from different places and learning about their unique approaches to challenges."

“My time in Africa taught me how important job creation is to both individuals and society. Skill training and salary give independence, allows people to improve their living conditions and to educate their children.”

” I find it inspiring to work for a company that approaches development from various perspectives. Visits to project countries help better understand the realities of our investees.”

“I was originally supposed to become an actress. That did not quite happen.”

“It’s important for me to learn new things, and there have been many opportunities for that here. Who knows what will come up in the future?”

“Travelling to our target countries is an important part of my work. To be successful, it’s essential to get to talk with people de visu, face-to-face and see the projects’ locations.”