Vice President/ Associate, Real Estate Sector Coverage

Vice President / Associate – Real Estate Sector Coverage

Shape the future of real estate finance in Asia

Looking to grow your impact in a dynamic, fast-evolving sector? Join ING’s expanding Real Estate team in Asia and help clients navigate opportunities across Hong Kong, China, Singapore, and beyond. You’ll work at the intersection of strategy, finance, and sustainability—delivering solutions that matter.

Role summary

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to ING’s growing real estate franchise across APAC. You’ll support client relationships, originate new business, and help structure transactions—working closely with global product and sector teams. It’s a hands-on role requiring curiosity, ownership, and a strong client-first mindset.

About the team

You’ll be part of a collaborative, growth-oriented team focused on expanding ING’s real estate coverage across Asia-Pacific. The team works closely with cross-border stakeholders and product specialists, combining sector expertise with global capabilities to deliver tailored client solutions.

What you’ll do

• Build and manage client relationships, acting as a trusted point of contact
• Support and originate new business opportunities across lending, markets, and advisory
• Lead structuring and execution of straightforward deals; support more complex transactions
• Partner with internal teams (risk, legal, product) to ensure smooth deal execution
• Develop client pitches, presentations, and strategic materials
• Monitor market trends, industry developments, and sustainability transitions in real estate
• Contribute to team performance across financial and non-financial KPIs

What you’ll bring

• Experience in real estate banking, including deal origination and structuring
• Background in client relationship management within a financial institution
• Understanding of financial products (lending, capital markets, transaction banking)
• Strong knowledge of commercial real estate sector dynamics and trends
• 3+ years (Associate) or 5+ years (VP) in a front-office banking role
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Collaborative mindset with strong learning agility and resilience
• Degree in a relevant field (postgraduate qualification is a plus)
• Additional language skills are an advantage

What we offer

• Exposure to regional and global deal-making across a growing sector
• Opportunities to work on cross-border transactions and strategic initiatives
• A collaborative, inclusive environment that values growth and innovation
• The chance to make an impact in sustainable real estate financing

How to apply

Click the apply button on our careers site and submit your application through Workday.

Equal opportunity

Don’t meet every requirement? Studies show some candidates hesitate unless they meet all criteria—but your potential matters more. If you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply.

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About ING

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