He Waka Eke Noa | Creating Great Together

We're reimagining banking for our customers, helping them be good with money so they can do great things with it. Working in an energising environment that is built around our customers, we build great connections that allow us to work together to enable a high achieving New Zealand.

Te Kaiurungi | About the Role

The Specialised Finance team originates, structures, and executes market leading financial solutions for project finance transactions across the Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities sectors, and with the NZ Government's focus on infrastructure and decarbonisation there is a strong pipeline of transactions.

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

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Working as part of a high achieving team focused on all end-to-end aspects of transactions and executing transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Drafting terms sheets, discussion papers and presentations for internal and external use.
• Lead the management and monitoring of a portfolio of existing assets, to ensure accurate reporting and monitoring for Risk and Compliance purposes.
• Providing direction, purpose and support to the team - challenging and inspiring them to develop their capabilities.

• Being active in market, building BNZ's presence through relationships with key influencers such as directors, senior management, advisors, and industry bodies, to originate new opportunities.

Ō Pūkenga | About You

We are looking for a highly regarded banking professional, who has a sound understanding of accounting, legal and tax issues, and financial modelling. Ideally, you will have proven people leadership capabilities, with the ability to lead and inspire others.

To be successful in this role you will also have:

• Experience in the structuring and negotiation of Project Finance and/or complex transactions with an excellent understanding of risk allocation, credit assessment and documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and excellent attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills - with the ability to present information in a clear and structured manner, both verbally and in writing, to influence the audience.
• A deep understanding of the market and a strong professional network, with the ability to build and develop solid relationships.

Nau mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Working at BNZ

At BNZ, we're passionate about building and sustaining a high-performance culture that motivates our people to deliver exceptional results. We know that every BNZer is unique, with a wide range of goals, ambitions, and lifestyles, so we offer a wide range of benefits and working styles to suit you.

• Wellbeing: Your wellbeing is important to us. When we're at our best, physically and mentally, in and out of work, we can truly create great things together. We're here to support you to be your best with a number of wellbeing initiatives.
• Leave: We all need a bit of time off every now and then. At BNZ we're proud to offer the generous leave options you need and deserve - whether it's for a special occasion, an unexpected event, or an extended vacation.
• Flexibility: We're big on helping you balance life and work. We offer a range of flexible working options that help you be your best, wherever you're based. Talk to us about how we can make this work for you.

Haere mai ki Te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand

Inspired by your customers and energised through success, BNZ has the environment and opportunities for you to contribute to a high achieving New Zealand. Come join us and let's create great together.

Please note applications for this vacancy will close on 27th June 2022.