British International Investment |

British International Investment (BII) is the UK’s leading development finance institution, wholly owned by the UK Government. We’ve been at the forefront of supporting companies that help developing and emerging countries grow for over 75 years. Our primary mission is to address global development challenges through strategic investments that promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth.

BII focuses on catalysing economic development, creating jobs, and building resilient economies in some of the world's most complex and underserved markets. We invest in businesses and projects that prioritise inclusive development, environmental sustainability, and innovation.

We currently partner with over 1,600 businesses in emerging economies, and we have total assets of £9.9 billion. We work with our investee partners to support them to succeed and grow impactful businesses.

Our approach is characterised by rigorous investment standards, high governance principles, and a commitment to delivering measurable development impact.

We foster a collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment that values curiosity, innovation, and professional growth. Our culture balances high performance with a strong emphasis on wellbeing, ensuring our employees can achieve their full potential while contributing to our mission.

We look for team members who aspire, as we do, to work at our best and to be:

• Impact-led and commercially rigorous
• Tenacious in the face of challenges
• Collaborative and caring

British International Investment is committed to diversity and inclusion and welcomes all applicants regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or educational background.

• The starting salary for the programme is £47,500 (with an increment after completion of the first rotation)
• Learning and development opportunities, including a structured professional and technical skills training programme
• Buddy & mentor scheme
• International travel
• 38 days annual leave, including bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Mental wellbeing support, including psychological coaching, and talking therapies
• Private medical insurance
• Health screenings
• Remote GP, virtual physiotherapy, and medical second opinions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Interest free season ticket loan
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme – providing you with access to 24-hour confidential telephone counselling and a comprehensive online source of information on a range of issues, including mental health

At British International Investment, we embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental pillar of our organisational ethos. We recognise that our strength lies in the unique perspectives, backgrounds and talents that our diverse workforce brings to the table.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every individual, regardless of their diversity characteristics feels valued and respected. We view diversity as including age, physical or mental disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, socio-economic background or parental/caring responsibilities. We want every individual to feel that they belong in our diverse community of colleagues around the world. Together, we strive to create a workplace where every individual feels empowered to contribute their best, driving our collective success, and making a positive impact in our markets.

Our commitment to diversity goes beyond simple acknowledgment; it is an integral part of our business strategy. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace both enhances our creativity and innovation and reflects the international nature of our operations. By embracing diversity, we ensure that our decisions and actions are informed by a broad range of perspectives, enabling us to better understand and serve the diverse needs of our investees, partners, and stakeholders.

We actively promote equality of opportunity for all employees, striving to create a workplace that is free from discrimination and bias. Our recruitment, retention, and promotion practices are designed to be fair and transparent, providing equal access to opportunities for career growth and development. We encourage a culture of continuous learning, where individuals are supported in expanding their skills and knowledge, regardless of their background.

The development of a 3-year DEIB roadmap is further recognition of our long-term investment in our people and our communities and an example of our transparency and willingness to optimise a growth mindset. Our plans will be iterative and flexible to maintain pace with our ambitions, the needs of our workforce and the reality of our operating environment.

We will actively engage with our people about how our DEIB interventions and initiatives are received, and we will monitor the impact the actions are having from a variety of perspectives, reprioritising where and when required.

As an organisation, we are committed to measuring and improving our diversity and inclusion initiatives regularly. We understand that fostering inclusion and belonging requires ongoing effort and a commitment to learning and evolving. We welcome feedback from our employees, investees, and partners as we work towards creating a workplace that is equitable, respectful, and fair.

Graduates are supported with structured technical and professional training programmes as part of our L&D offering. The Graduate programme starts with an eight-week immersive training programme designed to set you up for success - with a mix of external financial training and internal training sessions to develop a deeper understanding of the organisation and our processes.

Throughout the first year of the programme, Graduates take part in professional skills training sessions to help them build resilience, strengthen their wellbeing, and develop the confidence and skills needed to perform at their best and accelerate their careers.

British International Investment places sustainability at the heart of its investment strategy, with it being one of three key factors they assess the impact of their investments. Through its Climate Change Strategy, BII aims to support developing economies in their transition to low-carbon, climate-resilient growth while recognising the importance of creating jobs, reducing poverty and improving living standards. The organisation has committed to achieving net zero emissions across its portfolio by 2050 at the latest, and plans to direct at least 40% of its annual commitments towards climate finance over the next five years.

Beyond climate action, BII embeds responsible investing throughout the investment lifecycle. The organisation works closely with portfolio companies to strengthen environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices, helping businesses manage issues such as environmental impacts, labour standards, community wellbeing, business integrity, anti-corruption and corporate governance. BII believes that strong ESG standards create long-term business value while supporting sustainable development outcomes.

The organisation also plays a leadership role in promoting sustainability across the wider investment industry. Through its ESG toolkits, resources and training programmes, BII shares practical guidance with businesses, fund managers and financial institutions to encourage responsible investment practices and drive positive impact at scale.