DIrector/VP CFA

ING Belgium NV/SA; Brussel Hoofdstad; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Opportunities for training and professional development

Exposure to challenging projects

Possibility of international assignment

Flexible working environment

Résumé du poste

ING Belgium NV/SA is seeking a Director / Vice President for their Brussels-based Commodities, Food & Agri (CF&A) Sector team. This pivotal role involves building relationships with clients, managing a portfolio of Belgian corporates, and leading transaction executions. Candidates must have a master’s degree and at least 7 years in banking with a strong commercial drive.

The position offers opportunities for personal growth in a dynamic environment that values innovation. The ideal candidate should excel in communication and possess strong analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in banking and client management.
• Strong understanding of debt structuring and finance.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Dutch and/or French preferred.

Responsabilités

• Build and invest in long-term relationships with clients.
• Facilitate and lead client teams to deliver value.
• Pitch and execute new transactions.

Connaissances

Commercial drive

Analytical skills

Client management

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Formation

Master’s degree in economics, management, law or comparable field

Description du poste

Your Role & Work Environment

We are looking for a Director / Vice President to join the Brussels based Commodities, Food & Agri (CF&A) Sector team within ING Wholesale Banking. The Belgian team is part of a global CF&A franchise covering companies active in the food industry, agricultural sector and commodities (including metals & mining). The Belgian CF&A team provides 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.

Our ambition is built on ING’s three key pillars: our global reach combined with local expertise, sector expertise, and leadership in sustainability. The role is for a candidate with a strong commercial drive, clear focus on internal and external relationship building, and solid analytical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and invest in long‑term relationships with clients and prospects, positioning ING as their primary banking partner.
• Frequent contact with C‑level executives and finance departments of large Belgian corporates, banks and legal advisors.
• Facilitate and lead (virtual) client teams to deliver the best value in close cooperation with Risk Management, Product Specialists and Relationship Managers.
• Pitch, originate and execute new transactions.
• Manage a portfolio of Belgian clients, both domestically and internationally.
• Build and expand your network within the sector and beyond (internally and externally).
• Develop a strong understanding of dynamics in the food & commodities sectors to enhance client interactions.
• Act as a role model for junior colleagues by coaching them and fostering a strong team spirit.
• Take part in broader sector initiatives and local Wholesale Banking Belgium initiatives.

Desired Profile

• A 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.
• Experience in corporate banking (ecosystem building, deal origination and structuring) is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of debt structuring, financial markets, debt capital markets and corporate finance.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Dutch (preferred) and/or French.
• Ability to work autonomously, perform under pressure and contribute to a positive team environment; demonstrate a clear “One Bank” mindset.
• Willingness to coach junior colleagues and provide constructive feedback.

We Offer You

Personal growth and challenging work with ample opportunities to realise your ambitions in a global and forward‑looking organisation. An informal and dynamic working environment with innovative colleagues who support your initiatives. A progressive and agile way of working where new ideas are valued over convention. A hybrid way of working that offers flexibility while ensuring business continuity, customer service and employee wellbeing.

Additional benefits:

• Opportunities to participate in training and professional development programmes.
• Exposure to challenging projects with a steep learning curve.
• The possibility of an international assignment.
• The opportunity to build a strong network within the Belgian C‑suite landscape by making a tangible difference and impact for clients, yourself and ING.