Relationship Manager

BFF Banking Group is the largest specialized financial operator in Italy and a European leader in the management and non‑recourse factoring of trade receivables owed by public administrations. The Group is also a market leader in Italy in securities services and banking payment services. Active since 1985, BFF operates in twelve European countries, is listed on the Italian Stock Exchange, and continues to grow and expand.

Relationship Manager – French Market

The candidate will be part of the team dedicated to developing the Bank’s business in the French market and will carry out all necessary activities within the commercial plan, in line with top management guidance and the Group’s expansion strategy.

Responsibilities

The candidate, joining a highly dynamic international environment, will play a key role in the development of the business—mainly in the French market—with the following responsibilities:

- Support management in defining the Bank’s budget for the French market.
- Manage relationships with existing clients to maintain and grow the business in line with strategic objectives.
- Develop business opportunities with French and multinational companies operating with public administration entities or the national healthcare system in the French market.
- Facilitate collaboration with headquarters staff in defining commercial offerings and auxiliary/after‑sales services related to factoring transactions.
- Maintain the commercial pipeline and the Bank’s CRM tools updated.
- Prepare periodic reports to brief senior management on market opportunities and business development activities.

Technical Skills

- Ability to use all commercial tools available (including digital/social tools)
- Excellent command of MS Office applications (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project)
- Degree in Economics

Qualifications

- At least five years of experience in commercial roles within international banks and/or financial companies (leasing/factoring) and/or in leading companies in the pharmaceutical or utilities sectors within the finance department
- Specific knowledge of or strong interest in the French market, with a particular focus on the national healthcare system, public administration, and their suppliers
- Ease and experience in interacting with senior executives of primary local or multinational companies

Language Skills

- Full professional proficiency in English (C1) and French (written and spoken) at C2 level or equivalent

Soft Skills

- Results orientation, client orientation, execution mindset, analytical and dynamic approach, strong teamwork attitude

Additional Information

- The primary location for the first months will be Milan, depending on the starting date.
- Availability to travel frequently between Milan and major French cities (up to 50%).
- The final workplace will be Paris after the integration period in Milan.
- Experience in the factoring sector or in the pharmaceutical or utilities sectors will be considered an asset.
- Knowledge of the local legal framework related to factoring is highly appreciated.

Application Notes

Please attach your English CV when applying, specifying the job reference and including your GDPR authorization for the processing of personal data.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At BFF Banking Group, we ensure that every individual has access to equal opportunities and fair treatment. This means that everyone is assessed based on their own value, skills, and merits—without distinctions related to race, ethnicity, age, gender, disability, or any other characteristic (such as marital or parental status) that could lead to discrimination. This enables the Bank, at Group level, to attract and retain the best talent, hired on the basis of objective, non‑discriminatory, and merit‑based criteria.