VP, Senior Legal Counsel - Global Transaction Banking

Santander • New York, NY

8d • $195,000 - $255,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As Senior Legal Counsel for Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (“CIB”), you serve as a trusted legal advisor to a dynamic and growing business platform. You enable strategic execution by delivering pragmatic, risk-aware legal guidance for the US Global Transaction Banking business, other CIB business units and Legal firmwide legal projects and initiatives as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution – Required.
• 4+ years practicing law in financial services, bank, or law firm – Required.
• Demonstrated experience supporting trade finance and working capital products, including letters of credit, trade loans, receivables finance, supply chain finance, structured trade, and credit risk insurance – Required.
• Proven knowledge of cash management solutions and banking operations – Required.
• Active license to practice law in NY State - Required.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal support to Santander CIB U.S. Global Transaction Banking businesses.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documentation related to letters of credit, trade loans, receivables finance, supply chain finance, structured trade, and credit risk insurance, and cash management.
• Deliver legal guidance to management and business lines on complex issues, including regulatory requirements and legal risks.
• Partner with Risk, Compliance, Operations, and internal stakeholders to mitigate risk and ensure adherence to legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee and manage engagement with external counsel to ensure high-quality legal support and cost-effective outcomes.
• Interpret and advise on relevant laws, regulations, policies, and governance standards impacting Global Transaction Banking activities.
• Monitor legal, policy, and legislative developments, conduct research and analysis, and translate findings into actionable business guidance.
• Act as a subject matter expert providing mentorship, technical leadership, and support for cross-functional initiatives, including broader Santander CIB projects.

Benefits

• A fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver.
• Benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree