Associate, Food & Agribusiness

About ING 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. ING Americas follows a hybrid work model, allowing for in‑office / work from home flexibility. Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area. Location Dallas About the Food, Beverage & Agribusiness Team (FB&A) The FB&A team is part of ING Sector Coverage and has a strong global presence, with teams serving clients from 6 dedicated locations globally. The FB&A team covers the full spectrum of the food chain incl. farm inputs, grains, animal protein, dairy, sugar, ingredients, snacks, beverages, biofuels and packaged foods. Our clients are Americas headquartered companies and the primary focus is on leading local lending transactions and managing and expanding global relationships with these companies offering the complete suite of ING corporate banking and treasury products across our international network. Responsibilities Support MDs, Directors and VPs in the day‑to‑day origination, structuring and execution of new food, beverage and agri transactions. Prepare marketing presentations, commercial plans, internal approval memos, credit, industry & market analysis and debt financing models. Support due diligence and structuring; attend client meetings and calls. Collaborate and support capital structuring, acquisition financing and other cross‑sell product partners in the food, beverage and agribusiness sector. Perform due diligence and prepare presentation materials for new financing opportunities, capital structuring or M&A transactions in the FB&A sector and assist in the maintenance of industry and market intelligence databases. Prepare pitches, briefing notes and marketing materials for client meetings and new commercial opportunities. Identify and drive cross‑sell opportunities from product and client conversations. Review financing documents and reporting; liaise with internal and external legal counsels. Demonstrate thought leadership and contribute strategic insights for the development of ING’s business. Qualifications & Competencies Strong academic track record; Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from a top school. Strong credit analysis background; basic knowledge of credit structuring preferred. Strong written and oral communication skills. Highly detail‑oriented. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines. Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); outstanding Excel skills and ability to build financial debt models. Fundamental understanding of GAAP accounting principles and core financial statements (Income Statement, Cash Flow Statement and Balance Sheet). Fundamental understanding of key financial markets and products. Basic understanding of loan documentation as well as corporate and bankruptcy law. Team player, self‑motivated high‑quality/high‑quantity producer. Education & Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, business administration, or industry‑related field (Biology, Animal Science). Experience: 4‑5 years of relevant project/corporate finance experience, ideally in the Food, Beverage & Agribusiness industry. Proficiency: Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word. Series 79/63 preferred but not required. Salary & Benefits Salary range: $130,000 – $165,000 (base salary only). This role is eligible for participation in a discretionary bonus program. In addition to comprehensive health benefits, a generous 401(k) savings plan, and competitive PTO, ING provides a broad array of benefits including adoption, surrogacy, and fertility services; student debt assistance; and subsidies for expenses associated with working from home, commuting, and fitness. Equal Opportunity Employer ING is a committed equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of diverse backgrounds and hire without regard to color, gender, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We celebrate these differences and rely upon your unique perspective to innovate and seize new opportunities. #J-18808-Ljbffr