Associate – Investment Grade Sales

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! Supports the distribution and execution of Investment Grade credit products to a broad institutional client base, including asset managers, insurance companies, and financial institutions. Contributes to client coverage, market execution, and business development efforts in alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives. Support the Institutional Credit Sales team across key offices, including New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Boston. Partner with sales professionals to manage day-to-day client activity and deliver timely market color and execution support. Enhance processes related to the dissemination of desk axes, leveraging available technology to improve efficiency and client reach. Monitor market trends, credit developments, and macroeconomic factors to provide relevant and timely insights to clients. Contribute to the development and strengthening of client relationships, supporting broader franchise growth initiatives. Collaborate with Research to generate actionable trade ideas and relative value opportunities. Coordinate with Syndicate on primary market transactions, including new issue execution and distribution. Work closely with Debt Capital Markets to support liability management exercises, including debt tenders and exchanges. We anticipate this role will quickly evolve into independent account/client coverage

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 2–4 years of relevant experience in financial services or capital markets.
Highly motivated, proactive, and results-driven professional with a strong work ethic.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with familiarity and practical understanding of AI-driven tools and applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
Excellent communication, presentation, and public speaking skills, with the ability to effectively engage diverse audiences.
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Responsibilities

Supports the distribution and execution of Investment Grade credit products to a broad institutional client base, including asset managers, insurance companies, and financial institutions.
Contributes to client coverage, market execution, and business development efforts in alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives.
Support the Institutional Credit Sales team across key offices, including New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Boston.
Partner with sales professionals to manage day-to-day client activity and deliver timely market color and execution support.
Enhance processes related to the dissemination of desk axes, leveraging available technology to improve efficiency and client reach.
Monitor market trends, credit developments, and macroeconomic factors to provide relevant and timely insights to clients.
Contribute to the development and strengthening of client relationships, supporting broader franchise growth initiatives.
Collaborate with Research to generate actionable trade ideas and relative value opportunities.
Coordinate with Syndicate on primary market transactions, including new issue execution and distribution.
Work closely with Debt Capital Markets to support liability management exercises, including debt tenders and exchanges.