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Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.

We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

In 2022 and 2023, Triodos Bank initiated a transition to a unified "One Bank" operating model and started integrating key functional areas across the five Triodos countries. Triodos Bank has a clear and distinctive profile (mid-size, with impact as its main product, and clear vision where to invest), which means that all the products and services should be standardized where possible across the group. To explore the potential and opportunities for Triodos Bank Spain, and to continue sustainable banking in the Spanish context, we are looking for a visionary leader to take on the position of Managing Director Triodos Spain.

Profile

How you will make a difference

You will help us to ‘change finance and finance change’, by translating Triodos’ Group strategy to the country context and the country specific business plan and initiatives. This includes translating the Group's functional and commercial strategy into country objectives, providing local guidance and communicating country needs. This role is responsible for delivering national results, represent Triodos Bank externally in the market and public domain and inspiring the team.

Regarding Triodos essence & business development you will:

• Represent Triodos Bank in the public domain, serve as ambassador for the essence of the Triodos Bank in the country market, public domain and co-worker community. Embedding Triodos Bank essence and identity on a country level.
• Develop Triodos’ local business (balancing impact, risk and return) within the groupwide framework & guidelines and has the commercial & customer responsibilities for Business Banking and Personal (& Private) banking customers within the market.
• Be accountable & responsible for the country commercial P&L, including realizing Profit and Impact objectives.

Regarding Country organization you will:

• Be ultimately accountable for decisions taken in the country. You will provide the country perspective and be consulted for significant country related matters and influence decisions by Group Directors.
• Build and develop the local Triodos team, culture, performance and organization. Ensuring working together as ‘one bank’ across the Group and pro-actively managing the relationships with Group.
• Be responsible for recruitment, dismissal, remuneration, development and management of direct reporting lines (Business Banking, Personal Banking, Facilities, Management Assistants and Fundación Triodos team members).
• Serve as a president of the Fundación Triodos.

Regarding Regulatory & Control you will:

• Have an oversight responsibility regarding all applicable external and internal rules, standards, ways of working, regulations, policies, financials and controls. You will make sure the country's risk profile is aligned with the risk appetite of Triodos Group.
• Represent the Triodos Bank Group in its relationships with the local regulators and local stakeholders, in consultation with the Group Directors,
• Have an official representative role in several entities as Banco de España, CNMV, SEPBLAC, AEB and legal obligations and responsibilities as representative of the bank.

What you will bring

Your unique potential and your values matter for us most. We look for people who are self-aware and who think in a holistic way, always conscious about their impact on society, environment, and the economy.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• Be a commercial, results-oriented professional who wants to make a positive impact
• Be an empathetic and inspiring leader who can provide clear direction and engage others in contributing to the mission of Triodos Bank
• Be a relationship manager with excellent communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
• Lead by example with an action-oriented, can-do mentality and the ability to keep the team motivated during challenging times
• Have multicultural awareness and ability to navigate sensitive societal debates

Furthermore, it is expected that you will have:

• Proven experience leading a local organization within an international group; experience in a matrix organization is a plus
• A strong affinity for Triodos Bank's mission, ideally with experience in a purpose-led, values-based organization
• Demonstrated commercial acumen in driving performance through clear expectations, team empowerment, and accountability, supported by a track record in financial services or NGO's
• Fluency in Spanish and English in both speaking and writing

Note: The proposed candidate must be approved by Bank of Spain as well as Dutch Central Bank (DNB).

Organisational structure

The MD Spain is reporting directly to the CCO and will be a member of the CCO leadership team.

Co-workers in Spain: 5 direct reports (2 Heads, 1 Team lead, 2 assistants) and around 100 indirectly (Business Banking, Personal Banking, Facilities, Fundación Triodos co-workers). In total, 290 co-workers are active in Spain (remaining are working in a functional reporting line).

Offices in Spain: 19 commercial offices distributed in the main autonomic communities around Spain's geography, with personal and business segment approach.

Offer

What we offer you

An inspiring work culture

The most important thing about working with us is that you are part of community that is changing the world for the better. We are constantly improving our work culture to create conditions where every person can thrive, so you are able to:

• find a sense of meaning in your work
• create positive energy and impact with your co-workers
• build mutual trust and respect in working relationships
• enjoy fulfilment at a professional and personal level

And of course, great remuneration and working conditions:

• A salary appropriate to the position, our remuneration policy and your experience
• Health insurance for you and your family
• Pension plan and life insurance
• Company car

Sounds interesting?

If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.

Everyone is welcome to join us. Our culture is built on values that aim to benefit both society and individuals. We are committed to equity and diversity, and we value everyone’s perspective. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.

Please be informed that the recruitment process for this position will be organised with cooperation with external partner, Boyden Executive Search. If you are interested in the position, please send your motivation letter and CV (in English) to ignacio.arribas@boyden.com

Please note we will only consider applicants who send both a motivational letter and their CV.

The closing date for applications is: 24.11.2024

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Who we are

Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.

Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.

Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.

We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.

We are also one of the founders of The Global Alliance for Banking on Values, a global network of independent banks using finance to deliver sustainable economic, social, and environmental development.

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