Managing Director Head of Energy

INGs growing Wholesale Banking franchise is seeking to appoint a Managing Director Head of Energy to lead our Energy Sector Coverage team based in Sydney.

The Energy Sector Coverage team partners with wholesale clients across the full global energy value chainspanning Renewables & Power Utilities and Hydrocarbons & New Energies. With teams across APAC EMEA and the Americas we support clients involved in generation production processing transportation and distribution while also advancing emerging zerocarbon technologies such as green molecules CCUS and longduration energy storage.

As Head of Energy Sector Coverage you will drive the growth and strategic development of INGs Energy franchise in Australia. You will manage a highperforming team of sector bankers and lead client engagement across the full Wholesale Banking product suite delivering P&L deepening client relationships and ensuring seamless collaboration with global product and country teams.

This role combines business leadership with senior client coverage responsibilities requiring strong sector insight commercial acumen and a commitment to delivering INGs global Energy strategy locally. You will also ensure alignment with all relevant policies processes and risk frameworks while fostering a culture of high performance.

Ready to make an impact

What youll do

• Drive Business Growth: Develop and maintain a clear forwardlooking strategy for the profitable growth of INGs Energy Sector business in Australia. Ensure alignment with Australias local strategy as well as regional and global Energy sector priorities. Represent ING across the market to elevate our brand and capabilities.
• Lead Sector Insight & Opportunity Identification: Stay ahead of industry trends by actively monitoring developments across the Energy sector. Build deep expertise on competitors products and macroeconomic drivers and contribute to broader ING strategic initiatives.
• Originate & Manage Client Relationships: Act as a senior relationship manager originating and expanding longterm profitable partnerships with key Australian energy clients. Oversee client identification onboarding and ongoing relationship management in close collaboration with INGs product and country teams.
• Lead the Energy Sector Team: Manage all Energy Sector team members in Australia ensuring delivery of key business KPIsincluding income ESG outcomes crosssell returns and other financial/nonfinancial metrics.
• Develop HighPerforming Talent: Provide ongoing coaching guidance and mentorship to build a culture of high performance and support the professional development of the team.
• Uphold Governance & Compliance: Implement INGs global commercial and risk appetite for the Energy Sector as applicable to the Australian energy market.
• Disciplined Risk Stewardship: Strategically manage the Sectors risk exposure portfolio and maintain a strong credit culture within the team.
• Proactive Stakeholder Management: Working in a matrix organization proactively engage with stakeholders driving alignment to support business objectives.

What were looking for

• Minimum of 15 years of relevant banking / energy industry experience
• Degree in Economics / Mathematics / Engineering / Finance / Accounting
• C-suite client contacts and professional relationships in the Energy sector
• Experience in working with clients in the Energy sector in Australia and/or globally with a strong track record in origination structuring/execution and client management
• Strong commercial acumen leadership communication and presentation skills with proven experience in structuring credit and deal execution. Strong track record in delivering and cross-selling an entire suite of wholesale banking products
• A proven team manager with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experienced working in a matrix organization and well-versed in stakeholder management
• Motivated a commitment to excellence and having a can do attitude

Whats in it for you

• Discounted ING Health Insurance
• An additional Rest Day to support your wellbeing
• An IMPACT day to volunteer on approved sustainability activity

About Us

At ING were all about making life simpler and more rewarding - for the people who bank with us the team members who work with us and the communities were proud to support. Joining ING means stepping into an environment where your individuality isnt just welcomed - its celebrated. Weve built a culture thats fun inclusive and supportive giving you the freedom to be yourself so you can do your thing.

Whether youre taking ownership of exciting projects thinking outside the box or working with global colleagues youll find ING is the kind of place where growth isnt just a possibility; its a promise. As a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and Family Inclusive workplace youll feel the difference in how we value and champion our people.

We make hiring decisions based on your skills capabilities and how you align with our values - not on ticking every box. So if youre interested but dont meet all the criteria we encourage you to apply. Were invested in fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels like they belong. Were your alliesin helping you do your thingduring the recruitment process so let us know (email below) if you require any support or adjustments when you apply

Sound like your kind of vibe We cant wait to hear from you!

(One last note: We operate using a direct talent sourcing model so no agency introductions please.)

ING is Australias most recommended bank according to RFI Globals Consumer Atlas Survey JanuaryJune 2025 (n 29510) when compared to customers of the 10 largest ADIs operating in Australia.

Need more

Contact: Mark Montgomery

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Applications close Wednesday 4th March 2026

Before you apply
Here at ING we consider employee development to be important and encourage existing employees to apply for suitable internal positions. It is expected that any employee applying for a vacant position would have been in their current role for a minimum of twelve (12) months before applying. This may be waived in special circumstances and after consultation with your Manager

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