Associate Director, Specialised Finance

**Ko mātou tēnei | This is Us**

At BNZ we are committed to being the Bank for New Zealand. That means we are focusing on our customers, continually improving the way we do business, and providing great leadership.

Here at BNZ we embrace flexible working, have a strong focus on training, career development and progression. We also have a range of great benefits, including generous parental leave and 6 weeks annual leave

**Mō te Tūranga **| About the Role**

Our Specialised Finance team originates, structures, and executes project finance solutions across a wide range of sectors including energy, utilities, property and public infrastructure. The New Zealand Government's aim to be net zero by 2050 is driving significant investment across the public and private sectors, resulting in a strong pipeline of transactions.

We currently have an exceptional opportunity in Auckland for an **Associate Director, Specialised Finance**, to lead and provide support on all aspects of the transactions (i.e. origination, structuring, and execution) and have oversight of other transaction elements undertaken by the team, as well as managing a portfolio of existing assets.

We spoke with our Director, Specialised Finance, who let us know the following about the role:
**What are 5 day to day tasks the person in this role will complete?**
- Transaction structuring and execution: Working with colleagues across BNZ and NAB (e.g. capital markets, sustainable finance, risk) as well as external stakeholders (e.g. customers, lawyers, advisors) to develop and document bespoke financial solutions.
- Market engagement: Maintaining and growing your external networks to keep up to date with market knowledge and identify prospect transactions.
- Risk management: Managing and facilitating credit processes.
- Leadership and training: Develop, coach and mentor associates within the team, challenging and inspiring them to develop their capabilities.
- Portfolio management: Lead the management and monitoring of a portfolio of existing assets.

**What is the team culture and environment like?**

We strive to create an inclusive and engaging place to work. You will be part of a collaborative team environment while maintaining your independence and autonomy. We have a fun and flexible working environment that values celebrating its wins.

**What is the most exciting thing about this opportunity?**

You are joining the team at an incredibly exciting time, with New Zealand's aim to be net zero by 2050 driving investment across a range of sectors. Renewable energy and green fuels will be a major focus for the role, supporting the electrification and decarbonisation of New Zealand industry and electricity markets. In addition, innovative solutions will need to be developed to meet New Zealand's infrastructure deficit and adapt to climate change.

**What is the most challenging thing about this opportunity?**

No two deals look the same. You will be challenged to think about solutions from a first principles basis and work closely with the team to develop bespoke solutions that best meet our customers' needs.

**What attributes will this person have in order to be successful?**

We are looking for someone who has great problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail, is an effective communicator with proven coaching and development capabilities and the ability to inspire others.

You will be a highly regarded banking, legal or advisory professional, who has a sound understanding of financial structuring (e.g. commercial, legal, financial, accounting and tax).

Previous experience in the structuring and negotiation of project finance and/or complex financial transactions with an excellent understanding of risk allocation and documentation, would set you up for success in this role, along with a deep understanding of the market and a strong professional network, with the ability to build and develop solid relationships.

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