b Overview /b p As an Associate in INGs Acquisition Finance Portfolio Management team in London, you will support day-to-day management of leveraged finance clients and transactions, focusing on credit monitoring, performance reviews, and capital optimisation. You will collaborate with Origination, Capital Markets, Legal, and other lending teams to drive portfolio growth and risk control. You’ll contribute to reporting, risk reviews, and process improvements while developing relationships across regions. This role offers hands-on exposure to front-office lending, with opportunities to influence credit decisions and support junior colleagues. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Private medical, dental and health cover /li li Competitive pension and financial wellbeing benefits /li li Hybrid working and flexibility to work abroad for up to 30 days /li li Generous annual leave and family-friendly policies /li li Learning, mentoring and international career development opportunities /li li Employee wellbeing programmes, social clubs and volunteering initiatives /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Support Portfolio Managers in day-to-day management of Acquisition Finance clients and transactions /li li Conduct ongoing credit analysis, covenant monitoring, and financial performance reviews /li li Assist with refinancings, amendments, waivers, and other credit modifications /li li Identify and escalate potential credit concerns and early warning indicators /li li Support restructuring and workout situations when required /li li Prepare portfolio reports, risk reviews, and management information /li li Contribute to quarterly Credit Risk Management, Watchlist, and Loan Loss Provision reviews /li li Maintain portfolio databases, trackers, and performance metrics /li li Support lending limit management and capital velocity initiatives, including loan sales and risk transfer programmes /li li Work closely with Relationship Managers and sector specialists to support client discussions and identify business opportunities /li li Contribute to cross-sell initiatives and portfolio-driven growth opportunities /li li Collaborate with offshore support teams and internal stakeholders across functions and regions /li li Support process improvement and transformation initiatives /li li Help enhance credit monitoring and operational efficiency /li li Contribute to the development of junior colleagues and new joiners /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li University degree (CFA and/or MBA advantageous) /li li 3+ years experience in lending, leveraged finance, credit analysis, or portfolio management /li li Strong financial analysis and cashflow modelling skills /li li Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; Power BI is beneficial /li li Exposure to Acquisition Finance, Project Finance, Infrastructure, Energy, Transport, Technology, or other specialised lending sectors is desirable /li li French and/or Spanish language skills are beneficial but not essential /li /ul ul li Strong credit and analytical capabilities /li li Excellent communication and presentation skills /li li Collaborative team player with the ability to work across functions and regions /li li Power BI /li li Excel /li li PowerPoint /li /ul
Acquisition Finance Portfolio Management - VP employer: ING Banking
At ING, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, particularly for the ALM Risk Associate role in our dynamic London office. Our collaborative work culture fosters innovation and professional growth, offering employees opportunities to engage with senior stakeholders and contribute to critical risk management initiatives. With a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and a commitment to employee development, we provide a supportive environment where your expertise in financial risk can truly make an impact.
