Analyst, Fund Solutions Group, Structured Finance

Santander

About The Position

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 Analyst role sits within Santander Corporate & Investment Banking’s Structured Finance Group, supporting the Fund Solutions platform across a broad range of products including Subscription (capital call) lines, NAV facilities, ABLs, GP lines, and other related equity financing solutions. The role will incorporate responsibility across the full lifecycle of transactions, including origination support, credit analysis, execution and ongoing portfolio management. The Analyst will work across a diverse set of private capital clients, including Private Equity, Infrastructure, Real Estate, and Credit funds. This role is integral to building and maintaining strategic financing solutions to Santander fund finance clients. This position is designed for a highly motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, client-facing environment and demonstrates strong judgment, ownership, and commitment to Santander’s risk culture and adapting to business needs as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, or a related analytical discipline. Relevant coursework or interest in structured finance, real assets, or private markets
0–3 years of experience in fund finance, structured, infrastructure, leveraged finance, investment banking or related fields. Candidates with technical or quantitative backgrounds and an interest in private capital and credit are encouraged to apply.
Strong financial modeling and analytical skills (Excel and PowerPoint proficiency required).
Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage with internal and external stakeholders.
High attention to detail, strong work ethic, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Demonstrated interest in credit, investing, and private capital markets.

Nice To Haves

Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.
Experience in Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

Support the origination, underwriting, and structuring of Subscription lines, Equity and Credit NAVs, Hybrid, Asset Backed Loans (ABL), GP facilities and other fund financing transactions, including new deals, refinancings, amendments and upsizes.
Prepare credit materials including financial models, borrowing base analysis, risk ratings, and due diligence assessments.
Analyze fund structures, LP bases, and collateral to inform credit sizing and assess sponsor quality, portfolio performance, and investor composition
Contribute to transaction execution, including documentation review, negotiation support and deal closing.
Develop clear and concise credit analysis and recommendations, identifying key risks, mitigants, and structural considerations in line with Santander standards.
Partner with senior team members to present and defend credit recommendations to internal stakeholders.
Support the active management of a portfolio of fund finance transactions, including monitoring performance, collateral, and covenant compliance.
Assist with ongoing portfolio activities such as amendments, waivers, refinancings, extensions, and annual reviews.
Maintain internal systems and support portfolio reporting, analytics, and presentations.
Review legal documentation for amendments and renewals, ensuring alignment with approved credit terms.
Engage with clients as appropriate, developing an understanding of financing structures, fund performance, and evolving client needs.
Support interactions with internal control functions, including risk, audit, and regulatory stakeholders.