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Head of Corporate Banking

Brussels region, Belgium Permanent View Job Description
A Head of Corporate Banking role leading relationships with large corporates in Belgium, managing a team and driving business growth. The position combines client coverage, complex financing solutions, P&L responsibility and regular interaction with CFOs, Treasurers and senior executives.
  • Senior leadership opportunity within an international financial institution
  • Combination of client leadership, business development and people management

About Our Client

Our client is an established international financial institution serving large corporate clients across multiple markets. The organisation provides a broad range of financing, treasury and strategic banking solutions to medium-sized and large companies.

As part of its ongoing development in Belgium, the bank is seeking an experienced senior banker to lead and further develop its corporate client activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving commercial growth, strengthening client relationships and leading a team of experienced professionals.

Job Description

  • Define and execute the commercial strategy for the Belgian corporate client business.
  • Develop relationships with leading national and international companies.
  • Identify new business opportunities and contribute to sustainable revenue growth.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to senior decision-makers including CFOs, Treasurers and Executive Management teams.
  • Structure and coordinate tailored financing and banking solutions for complex client situations.
  • Lead strategic client discussions and support significant business opportunities from origination through execution.
  • Drive commercial performance and oversee the development of the client portfolio.
  • Lead, coach and develop a team of relationship managers and banking professionals.
  • Represent the organisation within the market and maintain a strong external network.
  • Ensure appropriate governance, risk awareness and adherence to regulatory requirements.
  • Secures strong stakeholder management internally with product owners

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience within Corporate Banking & Investment Banking within a comparable client-facing environment.
  • Strong track record of managing and developing relationships with large corporate clients, typically with revenues in excess of €500 million.
  • Experience interacting directly with CFOs, Treasurers, shareholders and executive leadership teams.
  • Broad understanding of corporate financing solutions and complex banking products.
  • Commercial mindset combined with strong relationship management and business development skills.
  • Previous leadership and team management experience.
  • Established network within the Belgian corporate landscape.
  • Fluent in English and either French or Dutch. Knowledge of both national languages would be highly advantageous.
  • Able to operate effectively in a dynamic international environment.

What’s on Offer

  • Opportunity to lead an important client-facing business within an international organisation.
  • Significant autonomy and influence over commercial strategy and business development.
  • Leadership responsibility combining client management, team development and financial performance.
  • Exposure to complex financing situations and high-level corporate decision-makers.
  • A collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
Contact
Ceren Yilmaz
Quote job ref
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Job summary

Function
Operational & General Management
Subsector
Operational & General Management Subsector
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Brussels region
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ceren Yilmaz
Job reference
JN-102026-7127892
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