Job Description
(across direct buyout, secondaries and private credit) and hybrid solutions combining the two approaches.
The FF EMEA team is now looking to hire a Director into the team to support continued growth of the business as it looks to deliver on growth targets, drive product epansion into NAV financing and support wider ING sponsor relationships. The role will sit within the EMEA Sectors team, which is made up of eperienced fund finance professionals focused on relationship management, origination and structuring of transactions.'
Role Overview
Primary Objective: Support growth targets, drive product epansion into NAV financing, and enhance ING sponsor relationships.
Team Environment: Work within the EMEA Sectors team, alongside eperienced fund finance professionals focused on relationship management, origination, and structuring transactions.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead Origination and Eecution: Manage fund finance transactions as the Deal Principal.
Structuring and Pricing : of fund finance transactions working with the Transaction Management team on eecution and documentation negotiation.
Identify opportunities to drive client value, enhance ING's lead bank proposition and increase ESG-related lending volumes.
Sponsor Relationships: Maintain and develop senior-level sponsor relationships, delivering comprehensive banking solutions.
Originateall manner of fund financing products, including capital call facilities and structured lending from NAV to hybrid solutions.
Mentoring: Develop team members' product epertise and technical skills.
Industry Knowledge: Maintain high professional standards in fund finance industry and products.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications:
Essential: Fluent English (written and verbal), degree-level education.
Desirable: Relevant professional qualifications (CFA, CIMA), broader language skills.
Eperience/Knowledge:
Essential:
10+ years in Funds Finance industry, 2+ years at Director level.
Proven track record in originating and e
ecuting subscription and NAV fund finance transactions.
E
perience in structuring and negotiating transactions.
Client-facing and relationship management e
perience in sponsor coverage'
E
posure to ancillary products for funds (hedging instruments, cash management, depositary services).
Teamwork and mentoring e
perience.
Established network within the financial sponsor and fund finance sector.
Desirable: E
perience leading fund finance transactions in an arranger/agency capacity.
Private Credit NAV / ABL Finance
Distribution/syndication track record in a bank.
Technical understanding of capital relief instruments (SRTs, e
ternal ratings).
In-depth understanding of the regulatory environment affecting Fund Finance.
Personal Competencies:
Client relationship management and origination focus.
Strategic mindset with big-picture considerations.
Technical understanding of comple
structures and issues.
Team player and mentor for junior colleagues.
ING’s purpose is ‘Empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business’. Every ING colleague is given the opportunity to contribute to that vision. We champion self-reliance and foster a collaborative and innovative culture. The Orange Code is our global manifesto for how we stay true to our purpose and our tradition of reinvention and empowerment. It is made up of ING Values (we are honest; we are prudent; we are responsible) and ING Behaviours: (you take it on and make it happen; you help others to be successful; you are always a step ahead)
For us, success will only be achieved if we act with Integrity.
Some companies see diversity as a bo to be ticked. We see it as fundamental to our success and we encourage a proper work/life balance. At ING, you will be judged on your performance in line with the Orange Code. And that’s a promise.
ING Privacy Statement
To operate ING’s recruitment process, we will collect and store personal data you provide. Please request the privacy statement to understand how ING UK uses and protects this information. Visit our website for more information.
The FF EMEA team is now looking to hire a Director into the team to support continued growth of the business as it looks to deliver on growth targets, drive product epansion into NAV financing and support wider ING sponsor relationships. The role will sit within the EMEA Sectors team, which is made up of eperienced fund finance professionals focused on relationship management, origination and structuring of transactions.'
Role Overview
Primary Objective: Support growth targets, drive product epansion into NAV financing, and enhance ING sponsor relationships.
Team Environment: Work within the EMEA Sectors team, alongside eperienced fund finance professionals focused on relationship management, origination, and structuring transactions.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Lead Origination and Eecution: Manage fund finance transactions as the Deal Principal.
Structuring and Pricing : of fund finance transactions working with the Transaction Management team on eecution and documentation negotiation.
Identify opportunities to drive client value, enhance ING's lead bank proposition and increase ESG-related lending volumes.
Sponsor Relationships: Maintain and develop senior-level sponsor relationships, delivering comprehensive banking solutions.
Originateall manner of fund financing products, including capital call facilities and structured lending from NAV to hybrid solutions.
Mentoring: Develop team members' product epertise and technical skills.
Industry Knowledge: Maintain high professional standards in fund finance industry and products.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications:
Essential: Fluent English (written and verbal), degree-level education.
Desirable: Relevant professional qualifications (CFA, CIMA), broader language skills.
Eperience/Knowledge:
Essential:
10+ years in Funds Finance industry, 2+ years at Director level.
Proven track record in originating and e
ecuting subscription and NAV fund finance transactions.
E
perience in structuring and negotiating transactions.
Client-facing and relationship management e
perience in sponsor coverage'
E
posure to ancillary products for funds (hedging instruments, cash management, depositary services).
Teamwork and mentoring e
perience.
Established network within the financial sponsor and fund finance sector.
Desirable: E
perience leading fund finance transactions in an arranger/agency capacity.
Private Credit NAV / ABL Finance
Distribution/syndication track record in a bank.
Technical understanding of capital relief instruments (SRTs, e
ternal ratings).
In-depth understanding of the regulatory environment affecting Fund Finance.
Personal Competencies:
Client relationship management and origination focus.
Strategic mindset with big-picture considerations.
Technical understanding of comple
structures and issues.
Team player and mentor for junior colleagues.
ING’s purpose is ‘Empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business’. Every ING colleague is given the opportunity to contribute to that vision. We champion self-reliance and foster a collaborative and innovative culture. The Orange Code is our global manifesto for how we stay true to our purpose and our tradition of reinvention and empowerment. It is made up of ING Values (we are honest; we are prudent; we are responsible) and ING Behaviours: (you take it on and make it happen; you help others to be successful; you are always a step ahead)
For us, success will only be achieved if we act with Integrity.
Some companies see diversity as a bo to be ticked. We see it as fundamental to our success and we encourage a proper work/life balance. At ING, you will be judged on your performance in line with the Orange Code. And that’s a promise.
ING Privacy Statement
To operate ING’s recruitment process, we will collect and store personal data you provide. Please request the privacy statement to understand how ING UK uses and protects this information. Visit our website for more information.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Fund Finance Director position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in London offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
