It Starts With You:

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and 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.

If you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!

The Difference You Make:
We are seeking a Vice President to join our Latin America Private Credit team and help originate, structure and execute bespoke financing solutions across the region.

The role sits at the intersection of private credit, structured finance, acquisition finance, asset-backed lending, and the broader capital markets ecosystem. We are looking for a banker with the technical depth and creativity to structure bespoke financing solutions, working across products and distribution channels to deliver optimal outcomes for clients and investors alike.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior coverage bankers, product teams, risk, legal, markets and institutional investors across Latin America and the United States to develop financing solutions for corporates, financial institutions, sovereign-related entities and financial sponsors.

The position requires an individual who can move from origination and initial structuring through credit analysis, documentation, negotiation and distribution, while independently managing multiple complex transactions. 

Candidates must be fluent in both English and Spanish. 

Responsibilities include:

• Initiates, develops and enhances relationships with senior executives at existing clients and targeted prospects, with the objective of enhancing revenue generation and risk-adjusted return on capital for the Company.
• Oversees junior level staff, when applicable.
• Participates in joint calling effort with industry team bankers in an effort to uncover opportunities with clients.
  
  

What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education - Required
• Master's Degree: in related field or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education - Preferred

Qualifications:

• 9+ years of corporate and/or investment banking experience either on the buy or sell side.
• Must possess experience with business development and/or product management. - Required.
• Must possess credit experience. - Required
• Demonstrated successful execution of transactions.
• Self-motivated and adept at setting, driving and leading a team to execute pipeline growth success.
• Very strong interpersonal communication skills, complemented by both excellent verbal and written communication.
• Expert presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation, as well as analytical skills.
• Demonstrated complex contact negotiation/creation skills.
• Ability to influence and drive complex initiatives and manage logistics with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to travel within assigned territory as required.
• Ability to analyze/understand leading technologies and companies.
• Strong analytical / problem solving skills.
• Ability to translate data into information.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and influence others.
• High level of proficiency in financial calculations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office products - Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Sales oriented, energetic, and self-motivated with strong initiative to achieve goals.

Certifications:

• No Certifications listed for this job.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:

• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Base Pay Range:

Minimum:

We Value Your Impact:

Your contribution matters and it’s recognized.  You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers.  Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com) 

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next:

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

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.