Empowering Financial Professionals to Lead Sustainable Transformation 

  

The BwB Fellows Programme offers an exceptional opportunity for experienced financial professionals to contribute to innovative, high-impact projects, receive mentorship from respected industry leaders, and join a driven global community that is dedicated to advancing environmental and social good.  

 

Aim and Scope 

This exclusive two-year programme is designed to nurture future leaders in sustainable finance by empowering them to employ their existing skills in new ways and gain new knowledge and experience through strategic-level engagement with BwB’s innovative initiatives. The programme’s focus is on strategic input, high-level advisory work, and thought leadership, rather than operational execution. 

 

What to Expect from the BwB Fellows Programme 

• Meaningful Engagement with Sustainability Projects: Fellows contribute up to 10 hours per month to support transformative projects that employ innovative strategies, instruments, and structures to mobilise capital for social and environmental impact across a diverse range of sectors and geographies.  

 

• Mutual Mentorship and Knowledge Exchange: Fellows will receive direct mentorship from BwB’s leadership, senior ambassadors, and members of the Global Expert Group, who are recognised experts in finance, policy, and sustainability. At the same time, Fellows will be asked to provide mentorship to BwB analytical team members, drawing on their practical, market-driven experience. 

 

• Access to Exclusive Networking Opportunities and Events: Fellows will have opportunities to interact with members of BwB’s Global Expert Group through events such as small group sessions and roundtable discussions. Fellows will also be invited to BwB’s annual retreat – an immersive gathering designed to foster collaboration, develop new ideas, celebrate progress, and exchange experiences and insights.  

 

• Lifelong Membership in BwB Alumni Group: Upon completing the two-year programme, Fellows transition into the BwB Alumni Group, enabling them to maintain valuable connections and draw on the collective expertise of individuals at the forefront of sustainable finance. 

 

Eligibility 

• Applicants must: 

• Be currently working in investment banking (sell-side), asset management (buy-side), public finance, or a development finance institution. 

• Have a minimum of eight years of relevant experience. 

• Have a demonstrable passion for sustainability and financial innovation and a strong rationale for becoming a BwB Fellow.  

• Time commitment: Up to 10 hours per month over the two-year programme, with flexibility to accommodate full-time employment. 

• Compliance requirements: Formally commit to upholding BwB’s compliance standards, including adherence to NDAs, conflict of interest policies, and fit and proper requirements. 

• Employer engagement: Fellows are encouraged to discuss participation with their employers to ensure alignment with internal policies. 

• Financial contribution: A one-time fee of £10,000 (or equivalent in USD/EUR) is required upon acceptance to the programme. 

 

Applications, Selection, and Intake 

The BwB Fellows Programme is an unparallelled opportunity for driven individuals to help shape the future of sustainable finance and make a meaningful contribution to positive change.  

 

Applications are accepted on an rolling basis, with Fellows joining in spring and autumn each year. The programme is highly selective, offering limited placements annually to ensure Fellows enjoy meaningful, individualised experiences. 

 

Eligible individuals who wish to be considered for this unique programme should submit the following information to begin the candidate review process: 

 

• A detailed statement of interest outlining their passion for sustainability. 

• A record of relevant experience and achievements.