Associate Business Development & Strategy - SCIBCountry: Spain

IT STARTS HERE

Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey. Together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what's possible.

This is more than a strategic shift. It's a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.

Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is Santander's global division that supports some of the world's most complex and sophisticated corporate and institutional clients, offering customized services and value-added wholesale products to best meet their needs.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

SCIB (Global Banking Business Development) is looking for an Associate Business Development & Strategy based out of Luca de Tena office. (MADRID)

As a Business Developer, you will be in a cross-functional team responsible to support origination and product teams within Global Banking as well as to lead and execute strategic initiatives.

We're shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Portfolio Oversight, driving the monitoring and control of relevant KPIs with the business areas, countries and external advisors involved in the different processes. Primarily related to financials and commercial activity and follow up on market trends. Having to work alongside Financial Control, ACPM and other stakeholders within the division.

• The jobholder will be expected to critically evaluate, review and challenge back on materials, thus this role also has a high technical content.

• Strategy, supporting the global businesses, develop and execute the business strategic plan across different geographies.

• Assist preparing materials and strategic presentations to support Global Banking senior management.

• Governance, managing Governance adequacy and aligning business with SCIB policies and processes.

• Always have a pro-active attitude, supporting the effective implementation of business projects and contribute to the increased efficiency and productivity in SCIB

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We're enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.

The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Professional Experience

• Previous experience in finance or related roles (2-5 years)

Education

• University degree (most recommended in Economics, Finance or STEAM)

Languages

• Fluent written and spoken English.

Hard Skills

• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PPT, VBA, Power BI).

• Programming/Power Bi and other automation tools is a plus.

• Knowledge of Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) products is a plus

• Understanding of capital concepts and capital markets is a plus

Soft Skills

• Analytical and detail oriented.

• Diligent, proactive and forward-thinking.

• Good communications skills.

• Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently on a fast-paced environment.

Other information:

• Fully office-based

WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT

Your contribution matters, and it's recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.

• We're enable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.

• Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)

• Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.

• Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.

• Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.

• We know family is everything. That's why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.

• Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.

• Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that's only the beginning-we'll tell you more when you join!

We're here to keep you motivated, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.

LOCAL COMPLIANCE

Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

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