Structuring & Advisory III

Job title:          Vice President (f/m/x) CMA / Corporate Finance

Business:        ING Wholesale Banking

Department:    Corporate Finance (part of Capital Markets and Advisory (CMA) which also includes Global Capital Markets, Loan Distribution Group, Acquisition Finance, Corporate Investments)

Why ING?

The world of banking is changing faster than ever. At ING, our strategy is to be a step ahead in life and in business and we are always broadening our horizons. Our people have a forward-thinking mentality, a strong can-do spirit and enjoy working in an agile environment.

ING Wholesale Banking is part of ING Group with an international network in more than 35 countries supporting clients. The Corporate Finance team is part of the larger ING’s Capital Markets and Advisory (CMA) business area.

Your Duties and Responsibilities comprise tasks, such as

(In cooperation with a senior CF colleague), advise the client and assist in every step of the CF process :

• actively involved in client interaction at senior level and creating a relation of confidence (=trusted advisor) between ING and (potential) clients
• hold a helicopter view on and have an in-depth understanding of each transaction step
• able to carry out or coordinate autonomously different CF transaction steps or take up accountability in drafting transaction documents such as process letter, information memorandum, valuation reports, etc.
• able to run financial models (discounted cash flow model, leveraged buy-out model) in the context of company valuation assignments, able to gather, analyse and interprete complicated numerical information
• coordinate collaboration between the customer, potential investors and other external advisors (lawyers, auditors, etc.)
• participate to (negotiation) meetings with potential buyers or sellers and support the client during their negotiations
• assist in preparing documentation for and coordination of Equity Capital Markets related transactions (IPOs, SPOs, etc)
• Work on several transactions simultaneously within a tight timing, implying setting priorities and respecting tight deadlines
• Lead and/or motivate autonomously a functional deal team, while also coaching the Associates and Analysts of the Corporate Finance team
• contribute to the continuous education of the team as a whole by motivating and sharing knowledge on products & market developments

(Assist in) originating Corporate Finance transactions by (pro-actively) developing ideas and assist in the preparation of and participate in pitches towards potential clients :

• coordinating/drafting tailored pitches for potential clients
• in-depth industry analysis as well as review of companies’ strategy and financials
• drafting valuation reports or strategic recommendations for potential clients that might become the basis for the client’s decision making process regarding these specific investment or disposal opportunities
• take part in presentations towards clients/third parties
• gather data/information regarding potential acquisition opportunities
• analysis of & feasibility judgement on acquisition opportunities

The Team, The Role, and Your Tasks

• You will become a Vice President in the Brussels Corporate Finance team & be involved in Belgian & cross border Mergers & Acquisitions or Equity Capital Markets transactions within a challenging professional corporate environment.
• ING Corporate Finance - a leading Belgian Corporate Finance house - employs c. 10 professional advisors. As part of a deal team, you will get into contact with key decision takers at a broad range of medium & large companies, financial sponsors as well as other external advisors, such as law firms, auditors, other corporate finance houses.
• Proper record keeping, preparing transaction files for compliance and other internal control purposes. Ensure you and your team complies with all legal, regulatory and ethical standards including ING policies, procedures and Orange Code.

You recognize yourself in the following

• Master’s Degree, ideally in Business, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or any other relevant field such as civil or bio engineer with an additional degree (MBA/Finance or other relevant education).

• 5 to max 9 years of professional experience in an analytical function within the financial sector/consultancy/audit with commercial affinity including a proven track record in Corporate Finance (M&A and/or ECM transactions) of at least 3 years

• Deep knowledge of corporate financial analysis and strong modelling skills mastering different corporate finance models in practice as well as familiar with specific financial databases

• Demonstrates analytical & problem-solving skills and able to digest much information & handle complex situations

• Strong communicator with good interpersonal skills and ability to present in a coherent, convincing and confident manner.

• Pro-active mentality with a strong work ethic, flexibility of approach, the willingness to work under tight timelines, the ability to multi-task and with an attention for detail.

• Stress resistant & able to meet stringent deadlines

• Enthusiastic team player with high level of self-motivation and professionalism with ability to multi-task and able to coordinate transactions/processes efficiently

• Knowledgeable about / has contacts within Belgian corporate environment

• Good command of spoken and written English, Dutch and French.

• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.