Address- Permanent Role
- Melbourne based - WFH two days per week
How will I help?
Working within a supportive and passionate team, the Senior Associate, Sustainable Finance will support in the origination, structuring and execution of labelled Sustainable Finance solutions for Westpac's corporate and institutional customers, across both loan and debt capital markets.
You will support with both Westpac's external positioning on ESG and Sustainable Finance, and the Sustainable Finance risk management and process uplift activities.
You will develop a strong understanding of the Sustainable Finance market, including opportunities, risks and products as they relate to our corporate and institutional customers.
Key responsibilities:
Partner with customers to develop innovative Sustainable Finance solutions, including origination, structuring and transaction execution.
Undertake sustainability due diligence and research to inform client pitches and deal execution.
Attend and contribute to customer meetings on Sustainable Finance related opportunities.
Assist in deal structuring and execution by supporting in the development of green/social/Sustainable Finance frameworks, determining asset eligibility, structuring sustainability KPIs, drafting documentation and roadshow materials.
Utilise internal and external tools to perform eligibility assessments of Sustainable Finance transactions against market standards.
Collate and analyse Sustainable Finance market data to support customer engagement.
Input and maintain client and transaction data for internal and external reporting requirements, and ensure data accuracy and quality across systems including the Sustainable Finance pipeline.
What's in it for me?
Inspiring locations. Flexible workspaces. And unexpected opportunities. Plus, the backing and great benefits from one of the most refreshing employers in Australia. For example, you'll be able to have access to some of the best banking, wealth and insurance benefits in the market, be paid well, as well as an entire suite of online learning and career planning tools so you can grow.
Whatever shape your family takes, we offer generous paid and unpaid parental leave for your nominated primary and support carers. This includes leave to organise adoptions, surrogacy, and foster care arrangements. And we continue to pay your super contributions while you take all the time you need to get your new family settled.
What do I need?
To be successful in this role you will have a strong interest in environmental or social issues and an awareness of Sustainable Finance instruments, ideally you will come from a banking background.
You will have demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and have strong attention to detail with the ability to prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
You will have strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
Additionally, you will have strong written and verbal communication skills and an ability to build rapport with customers and internal stakeholders.
What's it like to work there?
For the past 200 years, we've been backing people, businesses, communities, and ideas. As Australia's first bank, we've adapted and evolved, inspired by our customers and a genuine desire to create better futures.
Together, we're creating better futures for all our people, customers, communities, and shareholders. This has been our enduring Purpose.
We make change happen in the community. It's our shared vision of a safer, greener and more inclusive world that sees us back new ideas, innovations and individuals who are creating better futures.
How do I Apply?
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At Westpac we are committed to providing a supportive culture and creating diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplaces, branches, products and services for our customers, employees, and community. This role is open to experienced candidates seeking a discussion around workplace flexibility. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. If you have questions about the recruitment process, please email talentacquisition@westpac.com.au
Do you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?
We can provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability and/or neurodiversity. If you require an adjustment to be made during the recruitment process at any stage, please call 1800 655 592 Option 2.3 or email talentacquisition@westpac.com.au
