Job Description

Infrastructure Debt Advisory Analyst

Country: Spain

IT STARTS HERE

Santander (www.santander.com) is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization, 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.

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is Santander's global division that supports some of the world's most complex and sophisticated corporate and institutional clients, offering customized services and value-added wholesale products to best meet their needs.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (SCIB) is looking to hire an experienced Analyst to join its Infrastructure Debt Advisory team, based in Madrid.

This is an opportunity to work on high-profile transactions across the Infrastructure and Transportation in EMEA. The team advises leading corporates, infrastructure funds, private equity sponsors and other financial investors on complex strategic situations, including M&A, IPOs and other equity-related transactions.

As an Analyst, you will support both origination and live execution across a wide range of transactions in the energy and energy transition space, with increasing ownership of core analytical and execution workstreams.

We’re shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Building and reviewing detailed financial models, including operating models, detailed debt mechanics and sensitivities
• Preparing high-quality client materials, including pitch books, strategic reviews, management presentations, information memoranda, board materials and internal approval documents
• Supporting live transaction execution across M&A and IPO processes, including due diligence coordination, workstream management and interaction with internal and external stakeholders
• Conducting detailed sector, company, investor and transaction analysis across the EMEA energy and energy transition space
• Monitoring market developments, valuation trends, regulatory themes and investor activity across key sub-sectors
• Supporting senior bankers on client dialogue, strategic analysis and origination ideas

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We’re enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Professional Experience

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, Structured FInance, M&A or a similar transaction environment.
• Strong execution experience on live transactions and the ability to manage multiple workstreams under pressure

Education

• Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university with a strong academic track record•

Languages

• Fluency in English (Required)
• Additional European languages are a strong advantage (Preferred)

Hard Skills

• Advanced financial modelling, with a strong grasp of accounting and corporate finance fundamentals (Required)
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Capital IQ, FactSet, Refinitiv, Mergermarket, Infralogic or similar tools is desirable (Preferred)

Soft Skills

• Proven ability to produce high-quality client-facing materials, with excellent attention to detail and quality control
• Strong interest in, and ideally prior exposure to infrastructure in EMEA
• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills

WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT

Your contribution matters, and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers.

• We’re enable our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths.
• Flexibility that works. Enjoy a hybrid working models—some days remote, some days onsite with your team—along with flexible hours.
• Learning for life. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: Santander Open Academy (www.santanderopenacademy.com)
• Competitive rewards. Receive a highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, motivating you to keep growing with us.
• Financial advantages. Benefit from preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance, and more.
• Your health is our priority. Through BeHealthy, our global wellness programme, we promote Holistic wellbeing.
• We know family is everything. That’s why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage.
• Always by your side. Get access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services.
• Extra benefits. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. And that’s only the beginning—we’ll tell you more when you join!
• We’re here to keep you motivated, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way.

LOCAL COMPLIANCE

Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates.

WHAT TO DO NEXTI

f this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

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