Director, Financial Sponsor Group Coverage

ING Australia’s growing Wholesale Bank has a newly created role in our FSG team, which sits within the Financial Institutions business.  The Director, FSG is a Client Facing role, responsible for building relationships with financial sponsors, originating business opportunities.

A global team, FSG covers ING’s largest financial sponsor (private capital) relationships by income and exposure - managing these relationships, coordinating across products and geographies to maximise cross-buy opportunities. Close working relationships day to day are with Leveraged Finance, Corporate Finance, Fund Finance, Financial Markets, Transaction Services and other Sector teams.

FSG also has a portfolio management function responsible for allocation and performance of capital and for leading reciprocity discussions. This hire will have the opportunity to drive increased revenue production in a high-performance area, as part of our wider wholesale banking growth strategy.

Ready to make an impact?

What you’ll do

• Undertake coverage role for FSG clients, engaging strategic discussions with senior stakeholders

• Drive selected client relationships with stakeholders on a portfolio of clients

• Liaise laterally and vertically with peers and support functions to drive the client dialogue and own the client relationship

• Identify and drive cross-buy opportunities

• Support commercial and credit committee applications

• Organize and set up internal deal teams to drive and coordinate origination

• Provide strong analytical insights on the financial sponsor market in Australia and identify key areas of opportunity.

• Supervise and contribute to account planning and performance reviews

• Helping to create a centre of excellence of financial sponsor activity

• Contribute to KYC onboarding and remediation efforts as part of overall client relationship

• Adhere to all ING policies and compliance

What we’re looking for

• Strong understanding of the commercial FI sector dynamics, relevant trends (including sustainability) and financing structures. Ideally, experienced in capital markets or financial markets 

• Hands-on experience in the sector as a senior originator in all aspects from relationship buildout/management, effective pitching, and transaction execution.

• Excellent Communication skills, verbal and written – including presentation prep and delivery

• Well-developed influencing and interpersonal skills.

• Strong negotiation skills and ability to maintain composure under stress

• Learning Agility

• Team Player!

What’s in it for you?

• Discounted ING Health Insurance

• An additional Rest Day to support your wellbeing

• An IMPACT day to volunteer on approved sustainability activity

About Us

At ING, we’re all about making life simpler and more rewarding - for the people who bank with us, the team members who work with us, and the communities we’re proud to support. Joining ING means stepping into an environment where your individuality isn’t just welcomed - it’s celebrated. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, inclusive, and supportive, giving you the freedom to be yourself, so you can do your thing.

Whether you’re taking ownership of exciting projects, thinking outside the box, or working with global colleagues, you’ll find ING is the kind of place where growth isn’t just a possibility; it’s a promise. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and Family Inclusive workplace, you’ll feel the difference in how we value and champion our people.

We make hiring decisions based on your skills, capabilities, and how you align with our values - not on ticking every box. So, if you’re interested but don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. We’re invested in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong. We’re your allies in helping you do your thing during the recruitment process, so let us know (email below) if you require any support or adjustments when you apply  

Sound like your kind of vibe? We can’t wait to hear from you!

(One last note: We operate using a direct talent sourcing model, so no agency introductions, please.)

ING is Australia’s most recommended bank according to RFI Global’s Consumer Atlas Survey, January–June 2025 (n = 29,510) when compared to customers of the 10 largest ADIs operating in Australia.

Need more?

Contact: Stephen Morgan

For support and adjustments, including DEI, LGBTQI+ confidential application support enquiries: rpoteam.au@ing.com