Helsinki
NORDIC INVESTMENT BANK (NIB) is an international financial institution jointly owned by the governments of Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Latvia, Lithuania, Norway and Sweden. The Bank promotes sustainable growth of its member countries by providing long-term financing based on sound banking principles for projects that improve productivity and benefit the environment, including the green transition. The Bank finances investments in the corporate or public sector, as well as investments by small and medium-sized enterprises through financial intermediaries. The Bank’s role is further to assist its members in times of economic crises.
While maintaining its main focus on activities in the member countries, the Bank also finances projects in other selective markets where a mutual interest is identified.
NIB currently has some 230 employees, of which some 60 employees at the Lending Department. The total assets of NIB amount to approximately EUR 41 billion and the outstanding lending portfolio amounts to approximately EUR 23 billion. The Bank has the highest possible credit rating, AAA/Aaa, from leading rating agencies. The official work language of the Bank is English.
The Lending Department at NIB is seeking a
Senior Banker, Country Lead, Latvia
to promote NIB’s visibility and standing in the Latvia and contribute to enhancing business opportunities with the aim of delivering on Lending’s strategy and business targets as well as accommodating more closely to key policy priorities of the Latvian government.
Main responsibilities
Develop, coordinate and maintain key stakeholder relationships and networks in Latvia, including government departments, public agencies and regulators, business sector associations, corporate and financial sector, think tanks, opinion leaders etc. In close cooperation with fellow bankers and other NIB colleagues, coordinating and promoting business opportunities, increasing awareness and improving information flow to NIB. Promote NIB’s visibility and profile in local markets by representing NIB in public fora to market the lending products and increase awareness of the Bank’s mission and operations. Develop networks and create leads to support the origination of new lending opportunities. Promote knowledge and awareness of member country policy, economics, markets within NIB. Contribute to the origination, execution and management of portfolio loans and providing support to transaction teams where needed.Qualifications and experience
A master’s degree preferably in Economics, Finance, Law, Engineering, Political Sciences or equivalent. At least 7-10 years of relevant experience e.g. from banking, finance or consultancy Capability to represent NIB at a senior level Existing client and stakeholders’ network Fluency in English and Latvian is neededKey competencies and personal qualities
Banking and credit skills; knowledge of debt capital products and pricing; understanding of investment and financial analysis and its application in transaction structuring. Inter-personal skills; ability to team work, lead teams and build effective working relationships with colleagues and clients in a multicultural environment. Initiative, pro-activity and problem-solving; ability to initiate and lead business development activities. Integrity; ability to operate consistently within business guidelines and ethics. Communication skills; ability to communicate concisely and persuasively in verbal and written formats as well as convincingly giving presentations also to larger audiences. Confidence in handling senior corporate executives and officials of government and regulatory bodies. Negotiation and decision making. Organizational and time management skills; ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.We offer You
A novel perspective on the financial industry based on NIB’s position as an IFI owned by the Nordic/Baltic countries and chance to build networks with various stakeholders A unique opportunity to work in diversified teams of experts Complex and demanding tasks Opportunity to grow professionally An international banking environment and competitive remuneration packageThe position is located at the NIB headquarters in Helsinki, Finland. We warmly welcome expatriate employees and their families by supporting their relocation and integration to a lively Nordic capital with a modern atmosphere.
For more information about the position, contact Dmitri Kouznetsov, Director, Head of Public Sector and Utilities +358 50 5765080.
To apply for the position and for more information about NIB, please visit www.nib.int (Job opportunities). The deadline for submitting your application is 17 October 2022. Applications will however be processed successively when received.
The vision of NIB is a prosperous and sustainable Nordic-Baltic region. Our employees are our strongest asset in realising this vision. Our core values are competence, commitment and cooperation.
In recruitment, NIB puts the main emphasis on personal and professional qualifications and experience.
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