Director, Loan Syndications - Project Finance

ING•New York, NY

22h•Onsite

About The Position

ING is a leading European bank, recognized for its innovative financial products and services for corporate and institutional clients. They are committed to sustainability, empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and business, and fostering a culture that values individuality, ownership, and career growth. In Americas, ING’s Wholesale Banking division offers a broad range of innovative financial products and services to domestic and international corporate and institutional clients. The Loan Distribution Group (LDG) Capital Markets Director is a senior origination and execution role within ING’s Wholesale Banking franchise, focused on leading and distributing complex debt financings across Infrastructure, Power, Renewables, Data Centers, and broader Energy-related sectors in the Americas. The role combines senior client coverage, capital markets execution, and internal leadership, with accountability for originating mandates, structuring transactions, leading syndication and distribution strategy, and delivering strong risk-adjusted returns and cross-buy outcomes for ING. The Director will act as a senior deal captain and trusted client advisor, working closely with Sector Coverage, Financial Markets, DCM, Advisory, and Portfolio Management teams, while providing leadership and mentorship to junior team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline
10+ years of relevant experience in loan syndications, project finance, infrastructure finance, or leveraged/corporate lending within an investment or corporate banking environment.
Strong track record of originating and executing complex syndicated loan and project finance transactions.
Deep understanding of credit analysis, financial modeling, loan documentation, and syndication processes.
Established relationships with sponsors, corporates, lenders, and institutional investors in the Americas.
Proven ability to lead transactions independently, engage with senior client stakeholders, and influence internal decision-makers.
Excellent presentation, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
Series 79 and 63 (or SIE/79/63, as applicable) required or commitment to obtain shortly after joining.
Senior-level judgment with the ability to operate with limited supervision.
Strong commercial mindset with focus on returns, cross-buy, and franchise development.
Collaborative team player with the ability to lead across functions and geographies.

Nice To Haves

advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

Lead origination of loan syndication, project finance, and structured financing mandates for Infrastructure, Power, Renewables, Data Centers and Energy-related clients across the Americas.
Serve as senior relationship manager and primary client contact for selected sponsors, corporates, developers, and institutional clients.
Develop and maintain a strong network of financial sponsors, investors, and distribution partners to support successful syndication outcomes.
Coordinate and lead client pitches, marketing materials, and strategy discussions to position ING for lead roles on transactions.
Act as deal captain with ultimate responsibility for transaction execution, from syndication origination through closing and distribution.
Lead structuring complex financings, including project finance, acquisition finance, corporate facilities, and hybrid structures.
Lead negotiations of term sheets, loan documentation, and material project agreements in coordination with Legal, Credit Risk, and Transaction Management teams.
Define and execute syndication and distribution strategy, including lender targeting, pricing, allocation, and market execution.
Coordinate closely with Financial Markets, DCM, Capital Markets & Advisory, Corporate Finance, and Transaction Services to deliver integrated, multi-product solutions and maximize client returns.
Contribute to sector and regional growth strategy, identifying market trends, competitive dynamics, and emerging opportunities.
Represent ING as a senior banker at industry conferences and client events.
Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to deal team members, fostering a strong performance culture and high-quality execution standards.
Ensure efficient allocation of resources across transactions and active pipeline.