Client Director - Structured Property Finance at Bank of New Zealand

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Structured Property Finance, Lending Risk, Property Development, Investment Transactions, Portfolio Management, Credit Analysis, Risk Analysis, Problem-Solving, Negotiation, Transaction Management, Legal Documentation, Business Development, Networking, Property Industry Trends, Client Relationship Management

Industry

Banking

Description

Worker Type: Permanent Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way." We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same. Ko mātou tēnei | This is Us Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise 'If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way'. Mō te Tūranga | About the Role We currently have a unique and exciting senior lending opportunity in Structured Property Finance, which involves adopting a higher lending risk position on complex property development and investment transactions. This role requires national coverage and is responsible for the origination of new structured property finance transactions and active management of the existing portfolio. We spoke with our Head of Property – Northern, who let us know the following about the role: What are some of the day to day tasks the person in this role will complete? Actively manage the Structured Property Finance portfolio, which includes a range of complex commercial property development and investment customers. This will require national coverage and travel for business development opportunities and supporting the wider Property Finance team. Undertake detailed credit and risk analysis across a range of development and investment transactions to meet customer needs. Be able to demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and confidently present and negotiate bespoke funding solutions. Support transaction management from approval stage to settlement, including playing an active role in the legal documentation process for the Bank. Build upon your existing strong network of market advocates (key market players, professionals, and intermediaries) who focus on property market operations to uncover fresh opportunities, develop referrals and to source market specific knowledge. What is the team culture and environment like? We are a small tight knit team, who work closely together and enjoy turning up. It’s a very autonomous work environment where you are encouraged to make your own decisions but know that you have a very supportive leader in the background ready to assist at any time. What will success look like for the candidate in this role? The market is competitive and commercially orientated and consequently the role requires you to have a strong understanding of property industry trends, understand the value of networking and connecting people and what it means to create success both for the business and the client. What is your favourite thing about working for BNZ? The people - they are smart, passionate, and collaborative. The work we do is really interesting - it spans the whole business. There is always something new to learn. What attributes will this person have in order to be successful? We are looking for someone who is confident and structured with deep technical property knowledge, and the ability to successfully balance the client / risk relationship and be able to develop new business relationships in market. Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand This is an exciting opportunity to join us! We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it. Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.” Closing Date: 30 March 2026 Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early. Welcome to BNZ Careers! We are excited for you to apply for a role with us. We're the bank for New Zealand. Our purpose is to serve customers well and help our communities prosper. Every day we find ways for our customers, our people, and our communities to thrive through strong values, diverse teams, and great people - just like you.

Responsibilities

This senior role involves adopting a higher lending risk position on complex property transactions, requiring national coverage for originating new structured property finance deals and actively managing the existing portfolio. Key tasks include detailed credit/risk analysis, presenting bespoke funding solutions, supporting transaction management through settlement, and leveraging market networks for new opportunities.