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Why should you consider this program?

We are looking for the best talent to support our growth ambition and become the future leaders of Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) through our International Graduate Program.

Santander CIB is Santander’s global division that supports Corporate, Financial Institutions and Financial Sponsors clients, offering tailored services and value-added wholesale products suited to their complexity and sophistication, while adhering to responsible banking standards that contribute to the progress of society.

Our Graduate Program offers you a unique experience in a global investment bank. You will join a diverse and dynamic team that will provide you with learning and development opportunities in an international environment to grow both professionally and personally.

 

What you will be doing

As a Santander CIB Graduate, you will be involved in transactions that make the front page of international media, gaining a well-rounded understanding of the bank’s capabilities, as well as exposure to our senior leadership team. 

The main tasks will be supporting the day-to-day business. This would include marketing analysis/preparation (together with relevant product teams), business case analysis, deal structuring, client coverage, valuation and financial modelling, opportunity pitching, credit application, compilation and submission, legal documentation, client on-boarding and income verification, liaising and coordinating our client activities with various geographies and product areas, etc.

You will be combining this practical experience with demanding training on both technical and interpersonal skills, helping your all-round development during the program.

You will also be part of a vibrant, international community of Santander CIB graduates participating in the program.

Throughout the program, you will receive plenty of support from some of the most passionate and experienced colleagues in the industry; all while developing the skills, knowledge and leadership experience you will need to make a difference in the future of Investment Banking. 

 

Work location

Based in Europe (Madrid, London, Frankfurt, Paris, the Netherlands or Milan) or Asia (Hong Kong or Singapore), you will become part of an international business working with teams across different geographies, with the flexibility to travel abroad according with your role requirements.

 

What we are looking for

  • A recent graduate with good academic records.
  • Analytical, client-oriented mindset with industry knowledge and a genuine interest in investment banking.
  • The ability to truly listen to clients and colleagues, talk straight and build lasting relationships.
  • Capacity to work with a high degree of autonomy.
  • High proficiency in English.
  • A highly collaborative approach to work.
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
  • CFA Level 1 would be a plus (although not required).

 

What we offer you

Welcome to #TheSantanderEffect. Here, your small contribution or simple idea can go a really long way. We offer you the means to contribute to the progress of thousands of companies and more than 140 million people around the world. This is how we can help multiply your actions in the world:

  • Meaningful Impact - Your work makes a direct difference and helps businesses and people prosper.
  •  Personal and Professional Growth - We will help you develop the best version of yourself through challenging work, and different roles.
  • Comprehensive learning path - The program includes a one-month intensive training period, including a trip to Madrid Headquarters designed to equip new graduates in Corporate and Investment Banking with the essential skills and knowledge needed for success. Participants will benefit from hands-on experience learning from industry experts and access to a variety of learning resources. 
  • Respect - Be part of an organisation that genuinely cares about its people, its wider community, and the environment.
  • Co-worker quality - Work with inspiring professionals who are leaders in their field.
  • Multi-cultural environment - Our team is the sum of all the different mindsets and cultures of each of its members.
  • Solid global company - Work for one of the world’s leading financial services group; A solid global organisation that has played a leading role while successfully reinventing itself many times in its 160-year history.

 

Why roll with us?

Joining Santander CIB means becoming part of a world-class team that supports the growth strategy of major companies and institutions by providing innovative and tailor-made solutions. A unique opportunity to join an international network of experts that will help you take your career to the next level.

 

Please consider that:  We pride ourselves on our human centred approach to the recruitment process, we do not use AI for screening or video interview, due to this approach and the high volume of applications, the process may take a few months in total. We will keep you updated throughout. Please do not apply more than once, if you need to update your application, you should delete the original and complete a new one.