DIrector/VP CFA

ph3Overview /h3 pWe are looking for a Director / Vice President to join the Brussels based Commodities, Food Agri (CFA) Sector team within ING Wholesale Banking. The Belgian CFA team is part of a global franchise covering companies active in the food industry, agricultural sector and commodities (including metals mining). We provide large Belgian and international corporates with creative, multi-product solutions, offering a broad range of services from financing and advisory to daily banking services. The team aims to play a key role in financing a leading sector for Belgium in which our clients operate at the heart of the international food and commodity value chain. /p ul liOur global reach combined with local expertise /li liSector expertise /li liLeadership in sustainability /li /ul h3Key Responsibilities /h3 pInvest in building long‑term relationships with clients and prospects, positioning ING as their primary banking partner. Frequent contact with C‑level executives, finance departments of large Belgian corporates, as well as banks and legal advisors. Facilitate and lead (virtual) client teams to deliver the best value to clients, working close with Risk Management, Product Specialists and Relationship Managers, locally and internationally. /p h3The Role Includes, Among Others /h3 ul liPitching, originating and executing new transactions /li liManaging a portfolio of Belgian clients, both domestically and internationally /li liBuilding and expanding network within the sector and beyond (internally and externally) /li liDeveloping a strong understanding of dynamics in the food commodities sectors to enhance client interactions /li liActing as a role model for junior colleagues by coaching them in their professional development and fostering a strong team spirit /li liTaking part in broader sector initiatives and local Wholesale Banking Belgium initiatives /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liA master’s degree in economics, management, law or a comparable field, with minimum 7 years of relevant experience, including a proven track record in banking and client management /li liExperience in corporate banking (ecosystem building, deal origination and structuring) is strongly preferred /li liA strong understanding of Debt Structuring, Financial Markets, Debt Capital Markets and Corporate Finance /li liStrong commercial and negotiation skills /li liExcellent written and verbal communication skills in English /li liExcellent written and verbal communication skills in Dutch (preferred) and/or French /li liThe ability to work autonomously and perform under pressure, while contributing to a positive team environment and demonstrating a clear "One Bank" mindset /li liA willingness to coach junior colleagues, including the ability to give and receive constructive feedback /li /ul h3Benefits /h3 ul liPersonal growth and challenging work, with ample opportunities to realise your ambitions in a global and forward looking organisation /li liAn informal and dynamic working environment with innovative colleagues who support your initiatives /li liA progressive and agile way of working, where new ideas are valued over convention /li liHybrid way of working: autonomy to organise work flexibly while ensuring business continuity, customer service and employee wellbeing /li liOpportunities to participate in training and professional development programs /li liExposure to challenging projects with a steep learning curve /li liThe possibility of an international assignment /li liThe opportunity to build a strong network within the Belgian C-suite landscape by making a tangible difference and impact for clients, yourself and ING /li /ul /p