Corporate and Financial Sponsor Structuring, VP

Santander

4d•$225,000 - $250,000

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! Role Overview The VP, Corporate & Financial Sponsor Structuring will partner closely with Sales and Trading to originate, structure, and deliver differentiated Rates and FX solutions for Corporates, Financial Sponsors, and Project Finance clients in the US (working in collaboration with the global structuring hub). The role focuses on private-side solutions/structuring, developing new trade ideas, improving franchise quality, and enhancing scalability through automation and strong cross-functional coordination. Secondary product exposure may include commodities, equity, credit, and inflation as needed to support client objectives.

Requirements

Previous experience and demonstrated success in a similar structuring/solutions role at an appropriate level.
Strong knowledge of Rates and Structured FX derivatives, with the ability to translate objectives into executable structures.
Prior experience in a related role (trading and/or sales experience is beneficial).
Proven ability to collaborate across Sales, Trading, Banking, Financing, and XVA, and to engage directly with external clients.

Nice To Haves

Ability to code and automate processes; comfort building scalable tools to improve structuring delivery.
Experience with new product development; XVA and RWA optimization; New Issue Swap coordination; structured FX; deal-contingent Rates and FX; Project Finance hedging; ISDA/CSA documentation; Hedge Accounting under US GAAP.

Responsibilities

Work alongside Sales teams to build pipeline and improve the quality of the client franchise through differentiated trade ideas, structuring expertise in key areas, and automation of recurring processes.
Originate, design, price and deliver Rates and FX solutions tailored to client objectives
Participate in client calls and meetings related to structuring pitches to obtain first-hand feedback on product delivery, solution fit, and client interest; translate feedback into refinements of trade ideas and execution approach.
Maintain frequent interaction with internal stakeholders, including Trading, Banking, Financing teams, and XVA partners across geographies, to align on pricing, risk, documentation, execution, and delivery timelines.
Support structuring and execution topics including structured FX / FX options, deal-contingent Rates and FX, and Project Finance hedging requirements.
Lead or contribute to XVA and RWA optimization for collateralized and uncollateralized counterparties, incorporating specific CSAs and client requirements.
Pitch and Coordinate New Issue Swap, ensuring effective connectivity between client, trading, and operational stakeholders.
Contribute to new product development by identifying market needs, defining product requirements, partnering with risk/legal/operations on governance and documentation, and supporting go-to-market readiness.
Provide strong documentation and process discipline, including expertise and collaboration on ISDAs and CSAs, and awareness of Hedge Accounting under US GAAP considerations where relevant to client solutions.
Develop tools, analytics, and automation to improve speed-to-market for indicative pricing, scenario analysis, pitch materials, and recurring internal workflows.