Sr Relationship Banker Construction & Real Estate

Rabobank; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 115,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thirteenth month salary

8% holiday allowance

10% Employee Benefit Budget

Development budget €1,400/year

Mobility budget

Job summary

Rabobank in the Netherlands seeks a Senior Relationship Banker for Construction & Real Estate to manage strategic client relationships, originating deals, and coordinating Rabobank’s delivery across teams. You will identify opportunities and translate sector developments into client-focused solutions.

The role emphasizes expanding Rabobank’s portfolio outside The Netherlands, with a focus on the Nordic countries, and leveraging a broad banking network to deliver sustainable results.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in international wholesale banking.
• Proven track record in strategic product originating and structuring complex financing solutions.
• Strong network and market knowledge within the European Construction & Real Estate sector is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business and grow strategic client relationships.
• Solid credit risk management expertise and strong commercial judgement.
• Experience leading complex transactions and managing senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage at C-level.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive and results-driven mindset.
• Strong team player with the ability to mobilise multidisciplinary teams and deliver outstanding client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow the Construction & Real Estate portfolio in targeted European markets, focusing on new business, deepening existing relationships, and identifying growth opportunities that contribute to Rabobank’s green asset expansion.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across branches, risk, product groups, and the broader European Construction & Real Estate team on commercial opportunities and innovative solutions.
• Act as a sector specialist, championing innovation and sustainability, and contributing to Rabobank’s mission to build a resilient, future-proof Europe.

Skills

International wholesale banking

Strategic product originating

Structuring financing

European network

New business development

Credit risk management

Senior stakeholder management

C-level communication

Entrepreneurial mindset

Team leadership

Job description

• Salary: Gross monthly salary between EUR 10,330 and EUR 17,708 (senior kader A)for a 40-hour work week.
• Extras: a thirteenth month, 8% holiday allowance, and a 10% Employee Benefit Budget.
• Development budget: EUR 1,400 development budget per year for your growth and development.
• Hybrid working: a balance between home and office work (possible for most roles).
• A mobility budget: with this, you can tailor your transportation according to your own needs. For example, by leasing a car or receiving the full amount and arranging your own transportation.
• Pension: decide for yourself the amount of your personal contribution.

As a Senior Relationship Banker for Construction & Real Estate, you are a strategic point of contact for Rabobank’s largest wholesale clients in these sectors. You build andmaintainsustainable C-level relationships,identifycommercial opportunities, and translate sector developments into concrete, client-focused solutions. You coordinate Rabobank’s delivery service and ensure a seamless collaboration of our internal teams.

You & Your Function

As Senior Relationship Banker Construction & Real Estate, you continually look for opportunities within your existing portfolio and contribute to expanding Rabobank’s portfolio outside The Netherlands, with an additional focus on the Nordic countries. You will build new client relationships, originate deals, and act as a sector specialist, leveraging your broad banking experience and network to deliver sustainable results.

The (sub)sectors you will work with are:

• Construction (Equipment).
• Design & Construction – Engineering and project delivery.
• Built Assets – Real Estate investments and property development, technical services and asset management.

Practical Examples

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with leading corporates, prospects, and clients in the broader (European) Construction & Real Estate sector.
• Originate and manage strategic cross-selling opportunities across Rabobank’s full product suite, including working capital finance, leasing, risk management solutions, M&A and capital markets (debt and equity).
• Execute deals and deepen client relationships to develop a robust client portfolio, driving (sustainable) growth and innovation.

Top 3 Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow the Construction & Real Estate portfolio in targeted European markets, focusing on new business, deepening existing relationships, and identifying growth opportunities that contribute to Rabobank’s green asset expansion.
• Collaborate and align with internal and external stakeholders—including international branches, risk, product groups, other coverage bankers, and the broader European Construction & Real Estate team—on commercial opportunities and innovative solutions.
• Act as a sector specialist, championing innovation and sustainability, and contributing to Rabobank’s mission to build a resilient, future-proof Europe.

Together We Achieve More Than Alone

We believe in the power of difference. Bringing together people’s different perspectives is what makes us an even better bank. Working together is the way wework;asonepassionate team at Rabobank. We look forward to the unique perspective andexpertiseyou will bring to our team.

"Building a portfolio in new markets is a fantastic challenge. Together with our European Branches we create opportunities and achieve sustainable growth in our sector."

The Construction & Real Estate team is responsible for expanding Rabobank’s presence in the sector, focusing on strategic growth and collaboration. As one driven team within Rabobank, we combine expertise and ambition to deliver results.

We foster a collaborative culture where everyone’s input is valued, and we strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers our people to thrive.

Work on Yourself & the World Around You at the Same Time

At Rabobank, your development and that of society go hand in hand. We invest in you and work together to create a better world. This is reflected in your own development budget, our hybrid working environment, and a good work-life balance.

Why Everyone Is Welcome at Rabobank

At Rabobank, we believe that we become stronger through people who complement each other. By embracing our differences, we bring out the best in each other. We look for diversity in knowledge, skills, experience, gender, background, and culture. We strive for diversity and the space to be yourself in every department – whoever you are. That’s what diversity and inclusion at Rabobank is all about.

You & Your Talent

• 10+ years of experience in international wholesale banking.
• Proven track record in strategic (product) originating and structuring complex financing solutions.
• Strong network and market knowledge within the European Construction & Real Estate sector is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business and grow strategic client relationships.
• Solid credit risk management expertise and strong commercial judgement.
• Experience leading complex transactions and managing senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage at C-level.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive and results-driven mindset.
• Strong team player with the ability to mobilise multidisciplinary teams and deliver outstanding client outcomes.