Fund Investment Manager

Social Investment Manager Location: Hybrid working, with office presence required (Prescot, Merseyside) Reports to: Head of Foundation A leading UK-based foundation, part of a well-established and respected organisation in the social impact and ESG space, is seeking a Social Investment Manager to join its growing team. This foundation focuses on deploying capital into funds providing debt and/or equity solutions that drive measurable social outcomes across the UK and beyond. This is a rare opportunity to join a mission-driven team at a pivotal time, with the remit to help shape and deliver a dynamic social investment strategy , while contributing to meaningful, sustainable change. As Social Investment Manager , you will lead the day-to-day management of the foundation’s social investment portfolio , ensuring it delivers both strong social impact and financial returns. You will work closely with senior leadership to identify investment opportunities, oversee due diligence, and monitor portfolio performance. Your work will play a vital role in scaling the foundation’s investment activities—identifying opportunities, managing relationships with fund managers, and representing the foundation in key social finance networks. Investment Strategy & Portfolio Management Manage and grow the foundation’s portfolio of social investments Present investment proposals to senior stakeholders and investment committees Identify and evaluate fund-level investments (debt/equity) in line with ESG and social impact criteria Oversee due diligence including financial analysis, impact evaluation, and risk assessment Maintain close working relationships with fund managers to support governance, sustainability, and impact measurement Performance Monitoring & Reporting Track portfolio performance, providing regular impact and financial reports to internal stakeholders Develop and manage relationships with fund managers, co-investors, and social investment networks Represent the foundation at industry events, fostering collaborations and identifying new pipeline opportunities Significant experience in social investment , impact investing , or fund management Strong analytical capabilities, with experience in due diligence , impact evaluation , and risk assessment Professional or academic background in finance, economics, or a related field (e.g. CFA, ACA) Knowledge of ESG and responsible investment principles