Funding & Capital Markets Specialist

Garanti BBVA International; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 vacation days

Hybrid working

Pension Plan - Defined contribution scheme

Discount on health insurance

Access to Coursera trainings

Job summary

Garanti BBVA International in Amsterdam is looking for a Funding & Capital Markets Specialist to support the bank's funding strategy and manage investor relationships. You will execute projects related to wholesale funding and contribute to the analysis of funding alternatives in a dynamic international environment.

The ideal candidate should possess strong skills in financial markets and a proven track record in capital markets transactions, supported by a relevant university degree.

Offering a hybrid work model, 30 vacation days, and a pension plan, this role is ideal for a proactive and analytical professional.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of professional experience in relevant fields.
• Experience within Treasury Funding or Capital Markets is essential.
• Experience supporting funding transactions or securitization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of the Bank's wholesale funding activities.
• Coordinate funding-related workstreams to ensure timely delivery.
• Monitor developments in funding and fixed income markets.

Skills

Strong understanding of fixed income markets

Knowledge of wholesale funding structures

Understanding of debt issuance processes

Familiarity with securitization concepts

Strong analytical capabilities

Excellent communication skills in English

Ability to manage multiple stakeholders

Education

University degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, Mathematics

Job description

The Funding & Capital Markets Specialist supports the Bank's funding diversification strategy and acts as a subject matter expert within the Asset & Liability Management function for funding and capital markets activities.

Working closely with the Director ALM, the successful candidate will contribute to the development and execution of the Bank's funding strategy, coordinate funding-related projects and transactions, and maintain relationships with investors, key market participants and external stakeholders.

This is a hands‑on specialist role intended for a professional with several years of relevant experience who wishes to remain closely involved in execution, analysis and transaction management while further developing expertise in wholesale funding, securitization and capital markets.

Your Role:

Duties and Responsibilities

Funding & Capital Markets Activities

• Support the development and execution of the Bank's wholesale funding activities.
• Contribute to funding transactions and funding‑related projects across a range of funding instruments and structures.
• Support the development and execution of funding initiatives, including securitization‑related activities.
• Assist in maintaining funding documentation, governance frameworks and related processes.
• Coordinate funding‑related workstreams and ensure timely delivery of key milestones.

Strategy & Market Analysis

• Monitor developments in funding markets, fixed income markets and capital markets.
• Analyze funding alternatives and their impact on the Bank's balance sheet, liquidity profile and funding costs.
• Support the preparation of funding plans and funding recommendations.
• Monitor peer funding activity, investor demand and market trends.
• Prepare market intelligence and analytical materials for senior management.

Stakeholder Management

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders involved in funding and capital markets activities.
• Support interactions with investors, arrangers, legal advisors, rating agencies and other market participants.
• Prepare materials for management discussions and external engagements.
• Act as a central point of coordination for funding‑related initiatives.

Governance & Reporting

• Support the preparation of ALCO materials relating to funding and capital markets activities.
• Assist in maintaining relevant policies, procedures and internal frameworks.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting relating to funding activities and transactions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of funding‑related processes and controls.

Risk & Control

• Ensure activities are conducted within approved risk appetite, regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Monitor relevant regulatory and market developments affecting funding activities.

Who are we looking for

A colleague open-minded, very curious by nature and passionate about your job. You are not afraid to handle various tasks at the same time and meet tight deadlines. You are thinking proactively and always a step ahead, finding solutions with both internal and external stakeholders. You are a cooperating person who listens and invests in the work & persons to achieve common goals. You must naturally think out of the box and navigate in a fast changing and complex environment by questioning the how & the why. You are a commercially aware and analytically strong professional with a strong interest in financial markets and balance sheet strategy.

You combine structured thinking with a results-oriented mindset, and you are comfortable translating complex market dynamics into practical actions and business impact. You are proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced and evolving ALM environment.

You communicate effectively and collaborate across teams, contributing to a high-performing and solution-driven culture.

Skills/Qualifications

• Strong understanding of fixed income markets and bank funding instruments.
• Knowledge of wholesale funding structures and capital markets transactions.
• Understanding of debt issuance processes and investor-driven funding products.
• Familiarity with securitization and structured funding concepts is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and workstreams simultaneously.

Education and Experience

• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Engineering, Mathematics or a related discipline.
• 5-10 years of professional experience.
• Relevant experience within Treasury Funding, Wholesale Funding, Structured Funding, Capital Markets Funding or Debt Capital Markets activities within a bank or financial institution.
• Experience supporting funding transactions, funding programmes, securitization initiatives or other capital markets activities is preferred.

What we offer

• Becoming part of a dynamic team in an international working environment.
• 30 vacation days.
• 13th Month.
• 8% holiday payment.
• Laptop and Mobile phone.
• Hybrid working.
• Annual extra appreciation payment.
• Pension Plan - Defined contribution scheme.
• Collective Health Insurance – discount on additional health insurance.
• Educational budget and access to Coursera trainings.