Job Description

ING’s Wholesale Bank is in growth mode.To support that growth, we are seeking a Head of Sectors & Specialised Lending to be based in Sydney.

This newly created position is a senior lending role within our front team. As player-coach, you will carry primary responsibility for some of the key processes related to lending transactions, along with guiding a team of juniors that executes new lending transactions and works closely with the client relationship managers and sector experts to originate new lending transactions.

It is a critical role ensuring newly originated opportunities are delivered smoothly, ensuring our clients have a first-class experience with ING. This team also play a key role in identifying cross sell opportunities within a client.

Ready to make an impact?

What you’ll do

• Lead the team involved with every new lending transaction and take primary responsibility for some of the key processes including preparing credit approval packages, financial models and reviewing legal documentation

• Work closely with the client relationship managers and/or the Deal Principle on the origination and deal structuring

• Ensure a consistent level of quality and policy compliance through training and development activities

• Stay up-to-date on organizational operating policies and procedures (i.e. Risk, Legal) to ensure appropriate protocols are implemented and followed, and facilitate accordingly

• Guide a team of juniors by supporting them in their personal and professional development as lending professionals

What we’re looking for

• Senior relevant lending experience

• Expertise in corporate and project finance loan origination and execution

• Strong credit skills and understanding of debt capital markets

• Strong financial and credit analysis capabilities as well as modelling capabilities

• Leadership and coaching skills to continuously improve the way the team works

• Collaborative and able to work effectively across functions and regions

• Strong presentation and communication skills

What’s in it for you?

• Discounted ING Health Insurance

• An additional Rest Day to support your wellbeing

• An IMPACT day to volunteer on approved sustainability activity

About Us

At ING, we want to make life simpler and more worthwhile – for everyone who banks with us, for the people who work with us, and the community at large, too.

When you come to work at ING, you’re joining a team where individuality isn’t just accepted, it’s encouraged. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, friendly and supportive – it’s the kind of place where you can be yourself and make the most of whatever you have to offer.

We give people the freedom to think differently, take ownership of their work, and make great things happen. We’re here to help you get ahead. And with our global network, there’s plenty of scope to take your career in new directions, perhaps even ones you’ve never considered.

We are all about celebrating success and as a result we are proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and a certified Family Inclusive workplace.

Sound like the kind of place you’d feel at home? We’d love to hear from you.

(One last thing, ING operates a direct talent sourcing model. So no agency introductions, please.)

Need more?

Contact Stephen.morgan@ing.com