ING’s Wholesale Bank is in growth mode, and we have a huge 2025 ahead of us. To support that growth, we are seeking a Head of Portfolio Management to be based in Sydney.This newly created position is a senior portfolio management role within the front office, leading a specialised lending team. As player-coach, you will carry primary responsibility for the ongoing management of a portfolio of corporate style loans, project finance and real estate loans, across varied sectors with an emphasis on credit monitoring, analytics and internal reporting.

You will lead a team of portfolio management specialists and coordinate between sector specialists, offshore portfolio support teams and risk management. The team plays a critical role in the management of our watchlist and identifying opportunities for cross sell opportunities with colleagues in different product and sector teams.Ready to make an impact?What you’ll do

Actively manage all facets of the daily operations of the identified portfolio – such as analysing credit migration trends, idea generation for cross buy opportunities, credit risk management reviews, reviewing risk ratings
Credit monitoring through the review of all covenanted financial data and project information as well as compliance with all regular reporting activities in line with the bank’s policy and procedures
Oversee multiple PMs to ensure proper training and development to ensure the success of efforts within their remit
Interface with relationship managers and sector specialists to ensure an active dialogue on credit trends, challenges and opportunities with individual borrowers
Monitor and identify market developments and proactively manage their potential impact on the portfolio
Coordinate with origination and Transaction Management teams in order to ensure timely and accurate response to internal and external regulatory controls and audits

What we’re looking for

8+ years of relevant experience specifically with project finance loans
BA/BS in finance/economics/accounting/management/engineering (or similar); CFA a plus
Strong financial and credit analysis capabilities as well as modelling capabilities
Ability to take internal credit approval processes from start to finish
Committed and dedicated individual who will continuously improve the way the team works
Collaborative and able to work effectively across functions and regions
Strong presentation and communication skills

What’s in it for you?

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An IMPACT day to volunteer on approved sustainability activity

About UsAt ING, we want to make life simpler and more worthwhile – for everyone who banks with us, for the people who work with us, and the community at large, too. When you come to work at ING, you’re joining a team where individuality isn’t just accepted, it’s encouraged. We’ve built a culture that’s fun, friendly and supportive – it’s the kind of place where you can be yourself and make the most of whatever you have to offer. We give people the freedom to think differently, take ownership of their work, and make great things happen. We’re here to help you get ahead. And with our global network, there’s plenty of scope to take your career in new directions, perhaps even ones you’ve never considered. We are all about celebrating success and as a result we are proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and a certified Family Inclusive workplace. Sound like the kind of place you’d feel at home? We’d love to hear from you. (One last thing, ING operates a direct talent sourcing model. So no agency introductions, please.)

Need more?

Contact Mark Montgomery on mark.montgomery@ing.com

Applications close Friday 11th April 2025 Before you apply Here at ING we consider employee development to be important and encourage existing employees to apply for suitable internal positions. It is expected that any employee applying for a vacant position would have been in their current role for a minimum of twelve (12) months before applying. This may be waived in special circumstances and after consultation with your manager

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