Executive Director, Leveraged Loan Sales

Executive Director, Leveraged Loan Sales

Country: United States of America

It Starts Here:

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 We Want to Talk to You!

The Difference You Make:

The Leveraged Loan Sales professional is responsible for leading the distribution and execution of leveraged loan and high yield products across a broad institutional client base, including asset managers, insurance companies, and financial institutions. The role drives revenue generation through proactive client engagement, differentiated market insight, and seamless coordination across the platform, in alignment with the firm’s strategic objectives.

• Own and develop senior-level client relationships, delivering differentiated market color, trade ideas, and execution across primary and secondary markets.
• Drive day-to-day client activity with a focus on revenue generation, liquidity provision, and consistent delivery of high-quality execution.
• Lead the strategic dissemination of desk axes, leveraging technology and analytics to optimize client targeting, enhance distribution, and improve execution outcomes.
• Provide forward-looking insights on market trends, credit developments, and macroeconomic conditions, positioning the desk as a trusted advisor to clients.
• Partner closely with Research to originate and articulate actionable trade ideas, relative value opportunities, and thematic investment views.
• Collaborate with Syndicate to execute primary transactions, playing a key role in new issue marketing, bookbuilding, and allocation strategy.
• Contribute to broader franchise growth by identifying new business opportunities, expanding wallet share, and strengthening the firm’s market presence.

What You Bring:
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 or equivalent work experience: Business or equivalent field. - Required.
• Master's Degree: Business or equivalent field. - Preferred.

• 12+ Years Business Development, Product Specialist Management, or related experience. - Required.

• Demonstrated thought leader in banking products and services.
• Very strong interpersonal communication skills, complemented by both excellent verbal and written communication.
• Expert presentation and public speaking skills.
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation, as well as analytical skills.
• Demonstrated complex contact negotiation/creation skills.
• Ability to work remotely and independently.
• Ability to influence and drive complex initiatives and manage logistics with internal stakeholders.
• Ability to travel within assigned territory as required.
• Ability to analyze/understand leading technologies and companies.
• Strong analytical / problem solving skills.
• Ability to translate data into information.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate and influence others.

Certifications:

• Series 7 and 63

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:

• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.
• Experience in Microsoft Office products.

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

Base Pay Range:

Minimum:

$250,000.00 USDMaximum:

$320,000.00 USD

We Value Your Impact:

Your contribution matters and it’s recognized.  You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers.  Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com) 

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next:

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

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your needs.