Associate Investment Banking - AMSTERDAM

Associate Investment Banking - AMSTERDAM

Country: Netherlands

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) Benelux is seeking a motivated Analyst to join its Investment Banking team in Amsterdam.

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (SCIB) Benelux is seeking a high-performing Associate to join its Investment Banking team in Amsterdam. This position is driven by the continued growth of our franchise across the Benelux region and offers the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, including corporates, financial sponsors, and high-growth companies, in delivering strategic advice in addition to structured and leveraged financing solutions.

We’re shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. As an Associate, you will play a central role in the execution of transactions, while taking increasing responsibility in client engagement and business development.

Working closely with senior bankers, as well as industry and product specialists, you will help manage key workstreams and contribute to the origination and structuring of tailored solutions across mergers and acquisitions, as well as equity and debt financing. The role provides significant exposure to clients and internal stakeholders and is designed as a pathway towards a Vice President role.

To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Lead the execution of key workstreams across advisory and financing transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, capital markets activities, and other strategic initiatives

• Take full ownership of financial analysis and valuation outputs, ensuring high quality, accuracy, and clear articulation of key insights working together with the relevant product and sector teams

• Drive the development of client materials, including pitch books, strategic presentations, and transaction documentation

• Manage transaction processes end-to-end in coordination with senior bankers, including interaction with clients, advisors, and internal stakeholders

• Actively contribute to client dialogue and support the development of long-term relationships through consistent and thoughtful engagement

• Play a meaningful role in origination efforts, working in conjunction with product and sector teams, to help identify opportunities, develop strategic ideas, and prepare client-facing materials

• Supervise and mentor Analysts, ensuring high-quality execution and supporting their professional development

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

• Relevant experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or a comparable environment

Education

• Economics, Business Administration degree, engineering or similar. Desirable MBA or MSc in Finance or similar

• Master’s degree in any discipline, with demonstrated interest in finance and strong analytical capabilities

Languages

• Fluency in English; Dutch language skills are considered an advantage

Hard Skills

• Solid experience in investment banking, corporate finance, or a comparable environment, with a strong track record in transaction execution

• Advanced financial modelling and analytical skills, with a deep understanding of accounting and valuation methodologies

• Demonstrated ability to manage transactions and multiple workstreams with a high degree of independence

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage with clients and senior stakeholders

• Commercial mindset, with the ability to contribute to client development and origination activities

Soft Skills

• Leadership capability and experience in mentoring junior team members

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.

• 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.

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 NEXT

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

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