Are you an ambitious banking professional with a passion for corporate lending and infrastructure financing?

Have you consistently delivered strong analytical results in your career?

Are you motivated to go the extra mile to generate value and support large-scale deal execution?

The Korea Development Bank (KDB), Korea’s policy bank, is establishing its Sydney Branch in the heart of the Sydney CBD to conduct wholesale banking operations in Australia.

We are seeking a highly motivated Associate / Senior Associate – Project & Corporate Finance to join our friendly, collaborative, and supportive team. In this role, you will play a key operational and analytical role in supporting the end-to-end execution of Project Finance (PF) loans, corporate lending, and syndicated debt facilities across Australian and regional markets.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Project & Corporate Finance, you will be responsible for market research, financial modeling, credit analysis, due diligence support, and portfolio management for corporate and project financing transactions—with a primary focus on the energy, infrastructure, and resources sectors as well as corporate lending. You will work closely with senior team members to evaluate new lending opportunities, support credit paper preparation, and manage internal approval processes.

This is a dynamic position requiring high proficiency in numeracy, strong credit analysis skills, and exceptional attention to detail. You will be encouraged to deepen your technical expertise in structured finance, participate in cross-training, and contribute directly to the ongoing growth of the Branch’s wholesale lending franchise.

What we offer

Join KDB’s growing Sydney team and contribute to the development of our Australian wholesale banking business. This role offers:

- Broad transaction exposure: Work on project finance, corporate lending and syndicated debt transactions across energy,



infrastructure and other key sectors.

- Meaningful responsibility: Contribute across the transaction lifecycle, from assessing new opportunities and preparing credit submissions through to execution and ongoing portfolio management.

- Direct access to experienced bankers: Work closely with senior team members in a small, collaborative team, with opportunities to develop your technical skills and commercial judgement.

- International collaboration: Engage with colleagues in Head Office and across KDB’s international network, gaining insight into cross-border banking and credit decision-making.

- An opportunity to help shape the business: Contribute ideas, improve processes and take on increasing responsibility as the Sydney business develops.

Appointment at Associate or Senior Associate level will reflect your experience and capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

- Market & Industry Research: Conduct market research and industry analysis across key corporate and project sectors—such as energy, infrastructure, transition industries, and target corporate borrowers—as well as relevant regulatory frameworks and loan products.

- Financial Modeling & Credit Analysis: Conduct financial and credit analysis, and operate/update financial models to evaluate project feasibility, cash flow sustainability, and corporate creditworthiness.

- Deal Execution & Marketing Support: Support senior team members in marketing and credit submissions, including preparing credit papers, and managing internal credit approval and onboarding processes.





- Portfolio Management & Risk Monitoring: Assist in periodic transaction reviews, covenant compliance checks, and ongoing monitoring of credit risks for existing corporate and project finance facilities.

- Due Diligence & Documentation: Assist senior deal leads in conducting commercial, technical, and legal due diligence, as well as reviewing transaction documentation (facility agreements, security packages, project contracts).

- Stakeholder Coordination: Liaise with internal stakeholders (Risk Management, Compliance, Operations) and external counterparties during transaction execution and facility management.

- Compliance & Governance: Strictly adhere to the Branch’s credit policies, regulatory guidelines (including APRA guidelines), and AML/CTF standards during daily activities.

- General Administration: Undertake ad hoc tasks as required to support the team.

What We’re Looking For

- A relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Mathematics, Science, or a related discipline.

- At least 2 years of hands-on experience in project finance or corporate/institutional lending.

- Demonstrated experience in financial modeling and high proficiency in numeracy.

- Strong proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

- English and Korean bilingual proficiency (written and spoken) is desirable to facilitate communication with Head Office.

- Excellent attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a small team environment with a self-driven attitude.

- Full, unrestricted working rights in Australia.

This role is ideal for a proactive, self-motivated professional who thrives in a start-up environment and embraces challenges with a “can-do” attitude. Solid attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build lasting relationships are essential.

📌 Project & Corporate Finance - Associate / Senior Associate (Sydney)
🏢 Korea Development Bank
📍 Sydney