Legal Counsel | S2 | Legal & Corporate Governance, Treasury & Structured Finance Legal | TSQ

Overview

Legal Counsel | S2 | Legal & Corporate Governance, Treasury & Structured Finance Legal | London TSQ

Country:
United Kingdom

Santander () is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organisation, and our people are at the heart of this journey. 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. Our mission is to contribute to help more people and businesses prosper. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management. We're also shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas.

The Treasury & Structured Finance Legal team is looking for a Trainee Solicitor/Paralegal based in London. This role is a 12-month Secondment. The successful candidate will become part of the Treasury & Structured Finance Legal team and will assist with the provision of legal support to the CFO and CCB Divisions of Santander UK and other business divisions of the Santander UK Group in relation to a broad range of matters, including:

• the Santander UK group unsecured wholesale funding programmes and issuances, including the regular issuance of regulatory capital, MREL, Eurobonds, SEC-registered notes, commercial paper and certificates of deposit;
• the execution of a range of securitisation and structured finance transactions, covering different asset classes (including retail mortgage loans, unsecured personal loans and commercial banking assets);
• the drafting, negotiation and execution of derivatives and securities lending transactions;
• the drafting, negotiation and execution of documentation relating to secured loan linked hedging transactions across a range of asset classes (including commercial lending, real estate finance, social housing, project finance and private credit);
• the drafting, review and negotiation of documentation relevant to the issuance and distribution of structured notes;

The successful candidate will also be expected to spend time and take advantage of opportunities to develop their knowledge and understanding of the legal and regulatory framework(s) applicable to the above financial products.

• Practising trainee solicitor or paralegal (required)
• An understanding of/exposure to capital markets transactions, including one or more of the following: EMTN programmes, covered bonds, securitisations or structured notes. Some exposure to/experience of derivatives and/or securities lending/repo transactions. (required)
• Some experience of secured lending, including facility agreements and intercreditor agreements (preferred).
• Experience working as part of a transactional environment (either in private practice or in house) (required)
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (required)
• Proactive and enthusiastic approach to learning and undertaking tasks to support colleagues (required)
• Ability and willingness to manage a varied workload (required)
• Numeracy skills with good experience of Excel and PowerPoint (preferred)
• Experience of / aptitude for working with AI in a professional / legal environment (preferred)

At Santander, your contribution matters. We recognise the difference you make every day, and we make sure you feel valued, supported and rewarded in return. Here, recognition goes beyond pay. It's about the pride you feel in your work, the impact you have on customers and communities, and the opportunities you have to grow and thrive - personally and professionally.

• Salary Range: £52,181.00 - £78,271.00 per annum (depending on experience)
• This salary range represents the expected remuneration for the role. Annual salary is based on a standard 35-hour working week. Actual salary offered will depend on skills, experience, qualifications and location.
• £500 annual cash allowance to spend on our great range of benefits.
• 27 days' holiday plus…