Manager Lending Transformation

careers-bdobelgium; Zaventem; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Competitive salary package

BDO Academy training

Open culture and collaboration

Job summary

BDO Belgium is seeking a Manager Lending to lead the modernization of lending operations in the banking sector. You will drive process optimization, AI integration, and ESG alignment while guiding clients through regulatory changes and data-driven decision making.

You will manage projects, mentor junior consultants, and help grow BDO's Lending practice across client engagements, delivering measurable improvements and value.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years in banking, consulting or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of lending for B2C and B2B.
• Experience with process optimization, RPA and AI.
• Fluent in Dutch or French, with strong English; other language proficiency a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve existing lending processes.
• Optimize applications and lending systems for efficiency.
• Identify automation and AI opportunities in lending processes.
• Translate business needs into actionable software requirements.
• Integrate ESG principles into lending offerings and processes.
• Stay updated on new legislation and regulatory changes.
• Lead projects, mentor junior consultants, and grow the Lending practice.

Skills

5-8 years exp

Lending expertise

Process optimization

RPA

AI

ESG in lending

Analytical skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Communication skills

Job description

Are you passionate about revolutionizing lending processes in the banking industry? Do you excel in optimizing systems, integrating sustainability principles, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies like AI? Join BDO as a Manager Lending and make a meaningful impact in shaping the future of lending operations. At BDO, we foster a culture of expertise, warmth, and hands‑on pragmatism.

What will you be doing?

As a Manager Lending at BDO, you’ll be at the forefront of revolutionizing lending operations in the banking sector. You’ll have the opportunity to shape the future of lending processes by leveraging your expertise in process optimization, AI integration, and sustainability principles. Your role extends beyond traditional banking practices as you work to uncover innovative solutions and drive efficiency in lending operations.

In this dynamic position, you’ll collaborate closely with clients to analyze and improve existing lending processes, ensuring they remain competitive and compliant in an ever‑evolving regulatory landscape. Your keen insights will guide the optimization of applications and systems, empowering clients to make data‑driven decisions and deliver exceptional customer experiences throughout the lending journey.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Analyzing and improving existing lending processes: Identifying areas for enhancement and implementing strategies to streamline operations.
• Optimizing applications and systems: Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of lending systems to improve overall performance.
• Uncovering potential for automations and AI: Identifying opportunities for automation and leveraging AI to enhance lending processes.
• Translating business needs to software requirements: Collaborating with stakeholders to translate business requirements into actionable software development plans.
• Integrating sustainability (ESG) principles: Advising clients on integrating sustainability principles into their lending offerings and processes.

Your role will also involve staying abreast of new legislation, improving customer experience during the lending journey, and facilitating data‑driven decision‑making through lending‑related data analysis. With your expertise, you’ll lead projects, mentor junior consultants, and contribute to building the Lending practice within BDO to expand our market presence.

What do you bring to the table?

We’re seeking candidates who:

• Have 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in banking, consulting, or a related industry.
• Possess strong knowledge and experience in lending, both B2C and B2B.
• Have experience with process optimization, RPA, and AI.
• Understand the impact of ESG on the lending business and can ensure regulatory compliance.
• Excel in process analysis, business analysis, and communication skills.
• Demonstrate outstanding analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Are fluent in Dutch or French as a native language, with very good proficiency in the other and fluency in English.
• Have strong leadership, project management, and client engagement skills.
• Can proactively identify new clients and projects, participate in the sales process, and support less experienced colleagues during projects.

What do we bring to the table?

According to our own colleagues, it’s got something to do with the great team spirit and atmosphere within our organisation and the focus on their wellbeing… But hey, just take a look for yourself at what we got to offer

• Culture: you will join a team of experts who encourage respect, diversity and teamwork
• Development: you decide the direction of your career, and we support you where necessary.
• Impact: from day 1 you will be given responsibility, with support from your team.
• Growth: you get access to a whole range of training courses through our BDO Academy.
• Network: you can work on different projects and clients, across business practices.
• Flexibility: you choose where you work with flexible working hours.
• Wellbeing: your physical and mental health is important to us.
• Proximity: you work in an open culture, so feel free to speak to anyone, at any level.
• Salary: you receive a competitive salary package with interesting benefits.
• Sustainability: you work within a company with an integrated sustainability policy.

Ready to make your career count at BDO? join us in growing together!