Export & Agency Finance; EAF US – LatAm Focus - VP

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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.

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United States of America

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

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (SCIB) is looking for a VP to join the Export & Agency Finance (EAF) team in the US, with a primary focus on Latin America and Multilateral Agencies (MLAs). This role offers exposure to complex international transactions across Lat Am markets, working closely with clients, multilaterals, and internal teams globally.

• Support the origination, structuring, and execution of EAF transactions, with a focus on Latin America and MLA-backed financings (e.g., IDB, IFC, CAF).
• Build and maintain relationships with borrowers, sponsors, exporters, corporates, sovereign and sub-sovereign entities, financial institutions, ECAs, and multilateral agencies.
• Identify financing opportunities and develop tailored solutions to meet client needs.
• Managing transactions end-to-end, from initial pitch through closing, including preparation of presentations, term sheets, and credit materials.
• Build and maintain financial models, including cash flow analysis and profitability metrics.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Coverage, Risk, Legal, Compliance, Markets, Syndication) across multiple geographies.
• Support client relationship management, including pitchbooks and participating in client meetings, particularly in Lat Am markets.
• Lead credit approval processes, due diligence, and transaction documentation.
• Lead transaction execution from mandate through financial close.
• Prepare and negotiate term sheets, mandate letters, financing agreements, intercreditor agreements, and related documentation.
• Monitor portfolio performance and stay up to date on market trends, MLAs, ECAs, and geopolitical developments impacting the region.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Economics, or related field
• 6+years of relevant experience in structured finance, export & agency finance, project finance, infrastructure finance or development finance
• Experience with ECA and/or Multilateral Agency financing structures
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a cross-border, multicultural environment
• Professional fluency in Spanish (written and spoken), given the role’s focus on Spanish-speaking clients and stakeholders
• Strong communication skills in English

• Experience working on Latin American transactions or clients
• Existing network of relationships within ECAs, multilateral agencies, corporates, sponsors, and financial institutions.
• Exposure to MLAs such as IDB, IFC, CAF, or World Bank Group
• Background in infrastructure, energy, or industrial sectors
• Prior experience in Investment Banking and Structured Finance

• No Certifications listed for this job.

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