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Sure there are banks in Germany that are more famous than we are. There’s a reason for that: ING Wholesale Banking is almost like a startup when you compare it to the traditional players in Germany. Growing. Creative. The next generation of banking. Forging new paths – with a new approach. We want to be one step ahead, and find the best solutions for our customers.
The Early Career Group (“ECG”) is the early talent program for the Capital Markets & Advisory (“CMA”) division. The program combines early specialisation with the opportunity to gain exposure to other CMA products through short-term rotations. In this interview, Niklas von Koester, Head of ECG DACH, together with Associates Ilaria Biondo and Carlos Rivas Morett, share their experiences.
New career paths for young talents in WB
Who are we? Get to know some of your future colleagues.
Careers in banking are rarely linear – and sometimes they start with a simple coincidence. For Sanja Rankov, what began as an uncertain step in a new country turned into a 12-year journey at ING. Today, she reflects on growth, self-doubt, stereotypes – and why authenticity is one of the most powerful leadership strengths.
Careers in Banking: Why authenticity matters
Nikola’s path into banking began with a simple decision after finishing school – and developed into a career with more than two decades of experience in the industry.
Career in Banking: Why Networks Are Essential
Careers in banking rarely follow a straight plan. For Mariana Ziemer, too, a career in banking was less the result of a long-term strategy than of a chance encounter. Today, she looks back on almost two decades of experience in the industry and has been part of ING for over a year.
Leadership in banking: Why empathy is a strength
Careers in banking rarely run in a straight line – and that also applies to Sigrid Seibold. Originally, she wanted to become an archaeologist, but the fall of the Berlin Wall fundamentally changed her path.
From studying history to Banking: Sigrid's unusual career path
José Ugalde joined ING as Director Transaction Services Sales in April 2025. In the interview he talks about his application process, the first few months at ING and about his work at ING Germany Wholesale Banking.
A new lion in the den - Interview with José Ugalde
In the interview, Arian tells his story from Trainee to Analyst in Portfolio Management.
Arian, Analyst Portfolio Management
At ING Wholesale Banking, there are many opportunities to do an internship. But what does an internship at ING actually look like? What tasks do interns take on? And what is special about an internship at ING? Ana, Charlotte and Priyanshu share their experiences.
An internship in Wholesale Banking? Three interns tell their story
Fabian has been with us since 2012 and knows ING Wholesale Banking in Germany from its very beginning. In his interview, he talks about the journey from his traineeship to a manager.
From trainee to manager - Interview with Fabian Bahner
Our colleague Juozas took parental leave after the birth of his two children. We talked to him about how he fared, what impact parental leave had on his career and family, and what employers can do to support fathers on parental leave.
Juozas, Vice President Schuldschein Syndicate
I recruit professionals - from junior to lead - for the areas of Wholesale Banking, Risk, Audit and Communication & Brand Experience
Amelie, Recruiter
As a Transaction Manager in the Corporate Sector Lending division, I work for ING in the lending business with large corporate customers. My personal sector focus is on the German automotive industry. In this sector, we support numerous manufacturers and suppliers as a financing partner - which is an exciting task, especially in the current transformation phase of the automotive industry.
Christian, Transaction Manager, Corporate Sector Lending
My tasks in the Reporting, Monitoring and Lending Analytics team are diverse. In addition to looking after a low-risk client portfolio, I focus on the reporting part, i.e. the creation and small analyses relating to the portfolio. In addition, there are always administrative tasks for CSL, which are handled by our team.
Pia, Specialist Reporting, Monitoring & Lending Analytics
My role: As an Associate in Corporate Sector Coverage, I work together with the Senior Coverage Banker to advise large and internationally active companies from various sectors such as retail or services.
Christian, Associate, Corporate Sector Coverage
My role: I am responsible for the coordination and further development of the TS product range along the value chain in Germany.
Christian, Product Management
My role: I work in real estate financing for institutional clients. What fascinates me is that real estate is so multi-faceted and unique because no property in the world is the same twice.
Lisa-Sophie, Analyst
Your path to ING
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