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Senior Associate – Issuers & Programmes

On-site in Madrid·Full-time·Added 25 days ago

BBVA

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Overview

Job details

Full-time hours
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
BBVA doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Speak fluent Spanish
Listed as a requirement in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Work on-site in Madrid
No relocation package mentioned.
Have 5+ years of experience
Senior-level role.
University degree
“Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business Administration or related field.” — per the ad.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Qualifications and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Law, Business Administration or related field.
Approximately 5 years of experience in capital markets, structured products, debt capital markets or securities issuance.
Good understanding of issuance programmes, legal documentation and regulatory frameworks.
Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
Fluent in English and Spanish.
Comfortable working across multiple jurisdictions, regulatory frameworks and multidisciplinary teams in an international environment.

The role

Excited to grow your career?

BBVA is a global company with more than 160 years of history that operates in more than 25 countries where we serve more than 80 million customers. We are more than 121,000 professionals working in multidisciplinary teams with profiles as diverse as financiers, legal experts, data scientists, developers, engineers and designers.

Learn more about the area:

Global Securities area is part of Global Markets, within the Structured Products business line. Its mission is to design, establish, and manage the legal and operational frameworks that enable BBVA to issue structured securities, repackaging transactions, and securitization vehicles, ensuring that products, issuance platforms and programs operate efficiently.

What you'll do

Role Purpose:

Support the establishment, maintenance and governance of issuers and structured securities issuance programmes, ensuring the availability of issuance capabilities and compliance with regulatory, legal and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the lifecycle of issuers and issuance programmes.
Coordinate updates to programme documentation and legal frameworks.
Support relationships with external advisers, listing agents, paying agents and rating agencies.
Coordinate regulatory approvals and governance processes.
Monitor programme capacities, operational readiness and ongoing maintenance.
Contribute to the development of new issuance capabilities across jurisdictions.

Skills

Capital Markets, Economics, Finance, Securitization

About BBVA

BBVA (Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria) is a multinational Spanish banking group and one of the largest financial institutions in Europe, with a strong presence in retail banking, corporate and investment banking, and fintech innovation. Headquartered in Madrid, BBVA operates across more than 25 countries, serving over 70 million customers, and is recognized for its leadership in digital transformation within the banking sector. The bank is also a major player in sustainable finance, with significant commitments to green bonds and climate-related lending.

In Spain, BBVA is a market leader with its headquarters in Madrid and a vast network of offices and branches across the country. The company is known for its innovative and technology-driven work culture, investing heavily in AI, data science, and advanced analytics. For international professionals, BBVA offers a dynamic environment with opportunities in quantitative finance, data science, and corporate banking, and it actively recruits talent from around the world, particularly in its Madrid hub. The bank's commitment to sustainability and digital innovation makes it an attractive employer for those looking to work in a forward-thinking financial institution.

Industry: Banking and Fintech
Founded: 1857
Employees: 100,000–150,000
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: bbva.com

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BBVA is headquartered in Madrid, Spain, and is one of the largest banks in Europe, offering a wide range of career opportunities in finance, technology, and data science.
The company has a strong commitment to digital innovation, with significant investment in AI and data analytics, making it an ideal place for tech and data professionals.
BBVA offers international mobility programs, allowing employees to work across its global network in Europe, Latin America, and the United States.
The bank is a leader in sustainability, with a goal to mobilize 300 billion euros in green financing by 2025, providing opportunities for professionals interested in sustainable finance.
BBVA's work culture emphasizes innovation, diversity, and inclusion, with a focus on employee well-being and professional development.

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