Sr Relationship Banker Construction & Real Estate

As a Senior Relationship Banker for Construction & Real Estate, you are a strategic point of contact for Rabobank’s largest wholesale clients in these sectors. You build and maintain sustainable C-level relationships, identify commercial opportunities, and translate sector developments into concrete, client-focused solutions. You coordinate Rabobank’s delivery service and ensure a seamless collaboration of our internal teams.

You & Your Function

As Senior Relationship Banker Construction & Real Estate, you continually look for opportunities within your existing portfolio and contribute to expanding Rabobank’s portfolio outside The Netherlands, with an additional focus on the Nordic countries. You will build new client relationships, originate deals, and act as a sector specialist, leveraging your broad banking experience and network to deliver sustainable results.

The (sub)sectors you will work with are:

• Building Materials – Aggregates, building products, distribution.
• Construction (Equipment).
• Design & Construction – Engineering and project delivery.
• Built Assets – Real Estate investments and property development, technical services and asset management.
  

Practical Examples

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with leading corporates, prospects, and clients in the broader (European) Construction & Real Estate sector.
• Originate and manage strategic cross-selling opportunities across Rabobank’s full product suite, including working capital finance, leasing, risk management solutions, M&A and capital markets (debt and equity).
• Execute deals and deepen client relationships to develop a robust client portfolio, driving (sustainable) growth and innovation.
  

Top 3 Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies to grow the Construction & Real Estate portfolio in targeted European markets, focusing on new business, deepening existing relationships, and identifying growth opportunities that contribute to Rabobank’s green asset expansion.
• Collaborate and align with internal and external stakeholders—including international branches, risk, product groups, other coverage bankers, and the broader European Construction & Real Estate team—on commercial opportunities and innovative solutions.
• Act as a sector specialist, championing innovation and sustainability, and contributing to Rabobank’s mission to build a resilient, future-proof Europe. 

Together We Achieve More Than Alone

We believe in the power of difference. Bringing together people’s different perspectives is what makes us an even better bank. Working together is the way we work; as one passionate team at Rabobank.  We look forward to the unique perspective and expertise you will bring to our team.

"Building a portfolio in new markets is a fantastic challenge. Together with our European Branches we create opportunities and achieve sustainable growth in our sector.”

Robbert van de Kar, Managing Director Construction & Real Estate

The Construction & Real Estate team is responsible for expanding Rabobank’s presence in the sector, focusing on strategic growth and collaboration. As one driven team within Rabobank, we combine expertise and ambition to deliver results.

We foster a collaborative culture where everyone’s input is valued, and we strive to create an inclusive environment that empowers our people to thrive.

Work on Yourself & the World Around You at the Same Time
At Rabobank, your development and that of society go hand in hand. We invest in you and work together to create a better world. This is reflected in your own development budget, our hybrid working environment, and a good work-life balance.

Why Everyone Is Welcome at Rabobank

At Rabobank, we believe that we become stronger through people who complement each other. By embracing our differences, we bring out the best in each other. We look for diversity in knowledge, skills, experience, gender, background, and culture. We strive for diversity and the space to be yourself in every department – whoever you are. That’s what diversity and inclusion at Rabobank is all about.

You & Your Talent

• 10+ years of experience in international wholesale banking.
• Proven track record in strategic (product) originating and structuring complex financing solutions.
• Strong network and market knowledge within the European Construction & Real Estate sector is highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to develop new business and grow strategic client relationships.
• Solid credit risk management expertise and strong commercial judgement.
• Experience leading complex transactions and managing senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage at C-level.
• Entrepreneurial, proactive and results-driven mindset.
• Strong team player with the ability to mobilise multidisciplinary teams and deliver outstanding client outcomes.
  

You & The Application Process

You can respond to the vacancy Senior Relationship Banker Construction & Real Estate at Rabobank before the closing date of 12 October.

• For questions about the content of this position: Robbert van de Kar, Managing Director Rabobank Wholesale Client Coverage via Robbert.van.de.Kar@rabobank.com
• Questions about working at Rabobank and the procedure? Contact Moniek Peeters, Corporate Recruiter, via Moniek.Peeters@rabobank.nl
• After you have sent your CV and motivation letter, you will receive a response from us after the closing date of the vacancy. Will we see a first match? In that case, interviews will take place at our Utrecht office.
• An assessment will also be part of the selection procedure of this vacancy.
• If you are invited for an interview, Bo, our virtual assistant, will contact you by SMS and email to schedule the interview.
• You can find answers to frequently asked questions at Rabobank.jobs/en/faq.
• A reliability screening is part of the procedure.
• We respect your privacy.

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