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Commodities eTrading Analyst
Hybrid in Boadilla del Monte·Full-time·Added 17 days ago
Overview
Job details
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Hybrid
Office and home days — the ad has the split.
Requirements
Have the right to work in Spain
Santander doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work in English
English is required, per the ad.
Be near Boadilla del Monte for hybrid days
No relocation package mentioned.
Master's degree
“Master's degree or above in a STEM field (Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline).” — per the ad.
Requirements
What we're looking for
- Experience in Financial Markets and Derivatives Products (Required)
Nice to have
- Knowledge of Commodity Markets (Preferred)
Education & certifications
- Master's degree or above in a STEM field (Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline).
Languages
- English (Required)
- Spanish (Preferred)
The role
description
Commodities e Trading AnalystCountry: 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
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is looking for a Commodities eTrading Analyst based out of Boadilla del Monte (Madrid, Spain).
As part of the Commodities eTrading team, you will work on initiatives that expand Santander's electronic trading capabilities, enabling scalable client growth through automation, data-driven decision making, and innovative technology to maximize the Electronic Trading related P&L. You will partner closely with Sales, Structuring, Quants and Technology teams to deliver solutions that enhance the client experience and support business growth through digital channels.
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:
- Create and expand electronic trading connectivity services for Commodity products, providing clients with a seamless end-to-end digital experience.
- Analyse trading, client and market data to identify business opportunities and drive performance improvements.
- Drive innovation in digital client services, APIs and automated trading capabilities.
- Manage and enhance eTrading platforms and workflows to improve client service quality, optimize risk controls, and support business growth.
- Develop and implement automation solutions to reduce operational risk, increase efficiency, and support scalable growth.
- Design and enhance tools for pricing, risk monitoring, trading analytics and workflow optimization.
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.
Hard Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of financial markets, quantitative finance, derivatives products, and electronic trading workflows.
- Experience with programming and data analysis
- Interest in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence applied to financial markets.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work effectively across business and technology teams in a fast-paced environment
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.
- Flexibility that works. Enjoy a hybrid working models-some days remote, some days onsite with your team-along with flexible hours.
- 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.
WHAT TO DO NEXT
If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.
Hiring process
Application
CV screening · With recruitment team
Phone call
With People & Culture team · Phone call · 20 min
A short call about your motivation and the details of the role.
Interviews
Virtual or in-person conversations about your experience, expectations and the value you could bring.
Background check
Offer
- Santander suggests exploring the company on its website and LinkedIn before applying.
- The Spanish version of the page lists the same eight steps.
About Santander
Banco Santander is a global financial services group headquartered in Boadilla del Monte, Spain, and one of the largest banks in the eurozone by market value. It operates across retail and commercial banking, wealth management, and investment banking (through its CIB division, Santander Corporate & Investment Banking), with a strong focus on digital transformation and fintech innovation. The group serves over 160 million customers worldwide and employs more than 200,000 people, with a significant technology and operations hub in Spain.
In Spain, Santander is a dominant financial institution and a major employer of tech, data, and business talent, with its main technology and operations center in Boadilla del Monte (Madrid area) and additional offices in cities like Barcelona and Santander. The company is actively investing in AI, cybersecurity, and digital product development, making it a relevant destination for international professionals seeking roles in banking, engineering, and data. Its global scale and English-friendly corporate environment, especially in CIB and technology teams, offer strong opportunities for relocators.
- Industry
- Banking and Fintech
- Founded
- 1857
- Employees
- 100,000–500,000
- Headquarters
- Boadilla del Monte, Spain
- In Spain
- Boadilla del Monte, Madrid, Barcelona
- Website
- santander.com
Good to know if you are moving
- Santander is headquartered in Boadilla del Monte, near Madrid, and offers a large, international work environment with English commonly used in tech and CIB roles.
- The company has a strong commitment to digital transformation, with significant investment in AI, cybersecurity, and data engineering, creating opportunities for tech professionals.
- Santander provides relocation support and has a diverse workforce, with employees from many nationalities, especially in its technology and operations centers.
- The bank's global presence means opportunities for international mobility and career growth across its many subsidiaries.
- Working at Santander in Spain offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including flexible working arrangements and professional development programs.
In their own words
Additional information
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.











