Santander
Finance
CIBTrade&WorkingCapitalSolutionsAssociate
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“CIB Trade & Working Capital Solutions Associate at Santander. Skills: Trade Finance, Working Capital Solutions, Strategic Project Execution. Support end-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives across Trade & Working Capital Solutions (receivables, supply chain finance, inventory solutions and documentary trade / guarantees). Contribute to the strategic oversight of partnerships with leading private equity firms, among other relevant stakeholders, in the Trade Finance space”
What You'll Achieve.
Enhancing client experience; Improving operational efficiency; Strengthening risk frameworks; Supporting business growth across the Trade Finance platform; Enable corporate clients to optimize their working capital; Enhance scalability, transparency and client experience
Industry & Context.
Structured problem-solving; Critical-thinking mindset to challenge assumptions and improve outcomes
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3+ years of experience in corporate and investment banking, structured finance, trade finance, working capital solutions, transaction services, strategy consulting or financial advisory, Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Business Analytics, Engineering or a related field, Fluent English (C1/C2), Advanced financial analysis and modelling (Excel) and ability to translate business drivers into commercial and capital/risk impacts
Nice to Have
Experience supporting the execution of strategic projects in the Banking industry, including credit analysis, due diligence and internal approvals, Demonstrated experience in structuring and executing Letters of Credit solutions for corporate clients, including assessment of underlying trade flows, risk allocation, pricing considerations, and coordination of internal stakeholders through closing, would be considered a plus, Background in management consulting, especially in projects related to banking, corporate finance, or transformation initiatives, would be advantageous, Master's degree (MSc/MBA) and/or professional qualification (e. g. , CFA), Spanish and/or other languages, Understanding of working capital/trade products, particularly letters of credit, and familiarity with transaction documentation and operational set-up
What You'll Do.
Support end-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives across Trade & Working Capital Solutions (receivables
inventory solutions and documentary trade / guarantees)
Contribute to the strategic oversight of partnerships with leading private equity firms
among other relevant stakeholders
in the Trade Finance space
Deliver high-impact financial analysis and insights (profitability
liquidity and risk metrics) to inform capital allocation
prioritization and senior strategic decision-making
Coordinate cross-functional workstreams with internal stakeholders (Coverage
Operations and Technology) and external partners
including private equity and asset management funds
to ensure robust governance
and operational readiness
Participate in the structuring and execution of trade finance transactions
Identify and implement process improvements (templates
data capture and automation opportunities) to enhance scalability
transparency and client experience
Prepare executive-ready materials (teasers
presentations) and coordinate due diligence and internal approval processes with high quality and timely execution
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Structuring, Risk, Legal, Operations, and Technology to deliver partnership-led solutions; Coordinate cross-functional workstreams with internal stakeholders (Coverage, Product, Risk, Legal, Compliance, Finance, Treasury, Operations and Technology) and external partners, including private equity and asset management funds
Communication Scope
Effective stakeholder management and communication across senior internal and external counterparties
Process & Methodology
Strategic project execution, End-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives, Coordination of workstreams, Process improvements, Internal approval processes
Full Job Description
CIB Trade & Working Capital Solutions Associate Country: Spain **IT STARTS HERE** Santander ([www.santander.com](http://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 CIB Trade & Working Capital solutions is looking for an Associate based out of Madrid. This role combines strategic project execution with deep exposure to trade finance products and processes. The successful candidate will support and drive high-impact initiatives aimed at enhancing client experience, improving operational efficiency, strengthening risk frameworks, and supporting business growth across the Trade Finance platform. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with experience in strategic project delivery within large organizations and exposure to trade finance products and operations. In this role, you will support the design, execution, and scaling of strategic initiatives within GTB’s Trade & Working Capital Solutions platform. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Product, Structuring, Risk, Legal, Operations, and Technology to
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