DIrector/VP CFA

DIrector/VP CFA

ING Group

Brussels, Belgium

We are looking for a Director / Vice President to join the Brussels based Commodities, Food & Agri (CF&A) Sector team within ING Wholesale Banking.

Key attributes for a successful Director/VP in Wholesale Banking are creativity, collaboration and an international mindset. This role is particularly suited to candidates with a strong commercial drive, a clear focus on internal and external relationship building, and solid analytical skills.

Your key responsibilities

This role requires you to invest in building long‑term relationships with clients and prospects, with the objective of positioning ING as their primary banking partner. You will have frequent contact with C‑level executives and finance departments of large Belgian corporates, as well as with banks and legal advisors.

You will be responsible for facilitating and leading (virtual) client teams to deliver the best value to your clients, through close cooperation with Risk Management, Product Specialists and Relationship Managers, both locally and internationally.

The role includes, among others:

• Pitching, originating and executing new transactions
• Managing a portfolio of Belgian clients, both domestically and internationally
• Building and expanding your network within the sector and beyond (internally and externally)
• Developing a strong understanding of dynamics in the food & commodities sectors to enhance client interactions
• Acting as a role model for junior colleagues by coaching them in their professional development and fostering a strong team spirit
• Taking part in broader sector initiatives and local Wholesale Banking Belgium initiatives

We look for

A colleague with a talent for taking ownership and delivering, enthusiasm for helping others succeed, and the ability to stay one step ahead. You bring fresh ideas to the table and embrace challenges in a fast‑changing and complex environment. You are naturally collaborative, listen actively, and invest in others to achieve common goals. You are comfortable challenging the status quo and proposing creative solutions.

As a VP / Director within the CFA Sector, you will need:

• 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
• A 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
• The ability to work autonomously and perform under pressure, while contributing to a positive team environment and demonstrating a clear “One Bank” mindset
• A willingness to coach junior colleagues, including the ability to give and receive constructive feedback