Wedgetail aims to fundamentally change the systems through which we value nature, by backing the people and ideas bold enough to reimagine how nature, economies and communities thrive together.
We invest in projects that regenerate ecosystems, strengthen communities and reshape financial systems. From rainforest corridors to regenerative farms, our work demonstrates what's possible when finance works for nature and people.
Role purpose
Wedgetail deploys capital across a range of regenerative finance products, including nature-linked loans, equity investments, grants, blended finance and other innovative capital structures.
Our nature-linked loans provide flexible debt capital to businesses, with financial terms linked to outcomes for ecosystems and communities. These loan partners are primarily agricultural businesses working closely with communities and smallholder farmers to improve biodiversity, livelihoods and land stewardship.
We are seeking a Portfolio Lead to help scale our nature-linked loans and support the broader growth of Wedgetail Ventures. This role is the primary operator of the portfolio, responsible for running investments end to end – from pipeline and due diligence through structuring, deployment, monitoring and renewal. It is highly relationship driven and requires comfort working in complex, real world operating contexts across cultures and geographies. This role is for someone who believes finance can be a tool for regeneration.
Key responsibilities Portfolio and relationship management
* Lead the progression of opportunities from pipeline and assessment through approval and deployment and oversee the ongoing management of the loan portfolio.
* Actively source and develop a pipeline of potential loan partners.
* Monitor repayments, reporting requirements and key milestones.
* Build trusted relationships with loan partners and understand the realities of their businesses and operating contexts.
* Identify risks early and work constructively with partners to address challenges.
Due diligence, loan structuring and monitoring
* Financial due diligence including cashflow analysis and assessment of financial risks, working closely with finance and legal specialists where appropriate.
* Structure debt facilities including pricing, tenor, repayment mechanics and security, working with internal and external specialists where appropriate.
* Prepare and present investment committee papers.
* Work with legal counsel to draft and negotiate documentation.
* Monitor loan performance and compliance, working with finance teams to ensure accurate tracking and reporting.
Impact integration
* Work with the Head of Impact to embed regenerative milestones into loan partnerships.
* Ensure nature outcomes remain central to the program.
* Support partners in delivering biodiversity and livelihood outcomes.
* Monitor and report on loan performance (finance and impact).
Program development
* Help refine and improve the nature-linked loan model and identify operational and strategic improvements as the program grows.
* Contribute to the design and evaluation of future investment products and blended capital structures.
About you
We recognise that strong candidates may come from different backgrounds and may not meet every criterion listed. If this role excites you, we encourage you to apply.
Relevant experience
* Experience managing investment processes, partnerships or projects.
* Experience working with financial structures such as loans, investments, or financing arrangements or strong familiarity with financial concepts and willingness to work closely with finance specialists.
* Comfortable working with legal documentation and negotiations.
* Experience in agriculture, supply chains, conservation, sustainability, livelihoods or impact driven sectors and existing networks / connections is highly regarded.
Program and project management
* Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage complex processes involving multiple stakeholders.
* Comfortable driving initiatives from early exploration through to implementation and ongoing management.
* Able to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities in a fast moving environment.
Relationship management
* Strong relationship management skills and the ability to build trust with partners.
* Comfortable working across cultures and geographies.
* Able to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Fluency in Spanish is highly regarded.
Impact alignment
* Genuine interest in supporting businesses that regenerate ecosystems and strengthen communities.
* Motivated by work that sits at the intersection of finance, nature and livelihoods.
Ways of working
* Clear communicator.
* First-principles thinker and comfortable navigating ambiguity.
* Digitally fluent and comfortable working in geographically distributed teams.
Practicalities
* Location: Tasmania or remote within the AEST timezone
* Domestic travel: Periodic travel to Tasmania (if not located there) for team engagement and on occasion for site visits to domestic loan partners.
* International travel: On occasion for site visits to international partners.
How to apply
If this role resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send a short application (no more than two A4 pages) outlining how your skills, experience, passions and qualifications make you a strong fit for the role, along with your current CV.
Email your application to by the closing date.
We also welcome referrals, so please feel free to share this opportunity with people in your network who may be a great fit.
Closing date for applications
11.59pm AEST, Wednesday 8 April 2026.
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