YOUR JOB IN A NUTSHELL
Join BNP Paribas Fortis—part of the BNP Paribas Group, a leading European bank with a strong commitment to sustainable finance—and contribute to shaping the future of debt capital markets. As an Originator in our Debt Markets EMEA team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering tailored debt solutions to corporate and private equity clients across Europe. Based in Brussels, you will focus on Investment Grade (IG) Finance, originating and executing Debt Capital Markets (DCM) and Loan Capital Markets transactions, while building long-term client relationships and driving business growth.
This is an opportunity to work within a collaborative, international team spanning key financial hubs (London, Paris, Milan, Frankfurt, Madrid, and more), where your expertise will directly support BNP Paribas’ position as a top-tier debt solutions provider in Europe.
AND IN DETAIL
About the Team
The Debt Markets EMEA team operates within Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB), specialising in holistic capital structure advice and debt financing solutions. Our team is organised into focused areas, including:
- Investment Grade (IG) Finance: Covering IG DCM and Loan Capital Markets (with dedicated originators for domestic markets like Belgium, France, and Italy).
- Leveraged Finance: Including origination, sponsor coordination, and sector-specific teams (e.g., Media & Telecom).
- Transversal Support: Credit/ESG Ratings Advisory, Portfolio Management, ESG Financing, and Structuring & Execution.
We pride ourselves on a product-neutral approach, ensuring clients receive objective, innovative financing solutions aligned with their strategic goals—whether for refinancing, acquisitions, or sustainable transitions.
Your Role
As an Originator in IG Finance, you will:
- Drive business development: Proactively identify and secure new DCM and Loan Capital Markets opportunities, leveraging your network and market insights to expand BNP Paribas’ client base.
- Lead transactions end-to-end: From origination to execution, you will structure and negotiate corporate facilities, bonds, and event-driven financing, ensuring seamless delivery while managing key stakeholder relationships.
- Strengthen client relationships: Act as a trusted advisor to corporate and private equity clients, providing strategic financing advice, market updates, and post-transaction support.
- Collaborate across borders: Work closely with colleagues in other geographies, sectors, and business lines to maximise cross-selling opportunities and revenue growth.
- Mentor and develop talent: Support junior team members by reviewing their work, delegating tasks effectively, and fostering a culture of excellence.
This role offers high visibility within the bank and the chance to shape high-impact deals in a dynamic, client-facing environment.
YOUR TALENTS AND COMPETENCES
To excel in this role, you will need:
- Deep expertise in Debt Markets: A strong background in IG Finance, DCM, and Loan Capital Markets, with hands-on experience in structuring, executing, and originating transactions.
- Credit and analytical skills: Proficiency in credit analysis, corporate debt financing, and rating methodologies, with the ability to assess complex financial scenarios.
- Commercial acumen: A track record of winning new business, negotiating terms, and building lasting client relationships in a competitive market.
- Leadership and collaboration: Experience managing stakeholders, motivating teams, and delivering results in a fast-paced, international setting.
- Communication skills:
- Fluent English (essential for client interactions and technical discussions).
- Fluent Dutch (required for local client engagement).
- French (a strong advantage).
- Technical proficiency: Comfort with Microsoft Office, Bloomberg, and investment banking databases, alongside meticulous attention to detail.
- Alignment with our values: A commitment to integrity, ethical conduct, and inclusive teamwork, reflecting BNP Paribas’ Code of Conduct and sustainability goals.
Why This Matters
At BNP Paribas, we believe finance can be a force for positive change. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker who thrives in a client-centric, innovative environment and wants to contribute to sustainable economic growth through expert debt advisory.
WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER
Sustainability and impact
We strongly believe in the positive impact that the financial sector can have on the world. BNP Paribas Fortis offers sustainable and responsible investment products and solutions and encourages social entrepreneurship. Together with our customers, we are working towards a better future every day.
DEVELOPMENT & CAREER PERSPECTIVES
We offer a wide range of training courses, workshops and webinars to choose from depending on your availability, interests and goals.
GOOD PLACE TO WORK
In addition to your remuneration and benefits (meal vouchers, insurance, holidays), we offer flexible salary options, allowing you to convert part of your salary into personalised benefits (phone use, IT equipment, transport, etc.).
OUR ENGAGEMENT
At BNP Paribas Fortis, we want to attract and retain all talent, whatever their gender, age, background or sexual orientation, and irrespective of whether they are living with a disability, as every person has their own experiences and their own identity. All of our full-time vacancies are also open to candidates wishing to work on an 80% or 90% full-time equivalent basis.
If the function is categorized as a banking services provider function (cf. Law of 22 April 2019 establishing an oath and a disciplinary regime for the banking sector), you will also need to provide us with a 'certificate of absence of professional ban' from the FSMA confirming that you are not professionally disqualified.
TEMPTED BY THE CHALLENGE?
A first selection is made based on your CV and motivation letter. Are we convinced that you are the right candidate? Then we will contact you.
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