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

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.

We want everyone at BII to feel respected, supported and able to contribute. The different backgrounds and perspectives of our colleagues help us make better investment decisions and understand the businesses, communities and markets we serve.

Our three-year diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging roadmap supports fair and transparent recruitment, development and progression. We consult colleagues on our initiatives, monitor their impact and adapt our priorities in response to feedback and evidence.

We are 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.

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.