The Executive Director, Acquisition Finance will lead the origination, structuring and execution of acquisition and leveraged finance transactions for corporate and private equity clients. Requirements typically include extensive experience in acquisition finance, leveraged lending, corporate finance or investment banking; strong credit assessment, financial modelling and transaction execution skills; and a thorough understanding of debt markets, documentation and risk management. The successful candidate is expected to build senior client relationships, originate new opportunities, lead complex negotiations, manage internal approvals and collaborate with relationship, risk, legal and product teams. Strong commercial judgement, communication, leadership and knowledge of the Australian market are essential.
ANZ, or Australia and New Zealand Banking Group, is one of Australia’s major banks, serving retail, business, institutional and private banking customers across Australia, New Zealand and selected international markets. Founded in 1835, the bank provides everyday banking, lending, payments, wealth, financial markets and corporate banking services. ANZ works with companies, governments and investors on funding, risk management, trade and strategic financial transactions. Its institutional business supports large organisations through relationship banking, capital markets, transaction banking and specialised financing, including acquisition finance. The bank has a significant presence in Sydney and promotes collaboration, customer focus, responsible banking and disciplined risk management. Employees generally work in professional, regulated environments where commercial judgement, integrity, inclusion and long-term client relationships are highly valued.
Australia offers strong opportunities in banking, technology, healthcare, engineering, construction, education, tourism and professional services, particularly in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. Workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative and relatively informal, with emphasis on clear communication, accountability and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from busy city living to coastal, regional and outdoor-focused communities; beaches, national parks and sport are major attractions. Skilled workers may explore employer-sponsored visas such as the Skills in Demand visa, permanent skilled pathways or state and territory nomination, depending on occupation and eligibility. Employers commonly expect verified qualifications, relevant experience and English proficiency. Relocation costs can be significant, especially housing in Sydney and Melbourne, so candidates should budget for rent, transport, healthcare and initial settlement expenses. Australia’s public healthcare system is supported by Medicare, although visa conditions and private insurance requirements vary.
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