Senior Portfolio Manager – Alternative Investments, Vice-President

Senior Portfolio Manager – Alternative Investments, Vice-President

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.

The Wealth Management & Insurance division covers three businesses in all Santander Group countries: Insurance, Asset Management and Private Banking. We work to provide the best solutions to our clients in these three businesses in the 10 countries where we are present.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

Santander Alternative Investments is looking for a Senior Portfolio Manager based in our Castellana 24 office.

Santander Alternatives is a growing business that started almost 3 years ago with already €2.5bn in commitments in core strategies for the group.

Our goal is to develop funds where we have a clear competitive advantage to generate alpha for our institutional and UHNWI clients.

Santander Alternatives provides investors with a range of alternative investment opportunities in venture Capital, Infrastructure, Tarde Finance, Direct Lending, Hospitality and Fund of Fund, leveraging on the strengths and extensive origination capabilities of Santander Group.

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:

• Engage with the rest of the Santander Group to lever where possible on the franchise to further distribute the Fund amongst Santander clients,

• Source, analyse and monitor investment opportunities,

• Day to day management of the portfolios including portfolio composition,

• Ensure portfolios are consistent with the investment criteria as well as being aligned with portfolio objectives and restrictions,

• Lead the execution and implementation of Investment Committees´ decisions in the daily activities of the different funds,

• Lead Credit, risk and legal analysis for the different transactions and portfolios, supporting from a Fund Management perspective the discussions on different valuation methodologies.

• Lead the negotiation with banks and other financial institutions to obtain financing (subscription lines and NAV financing) for our Investment Grade semi-liquid strategy.

• Lead the delivery of supporting documentation for each acquisition such as legal documentation, valuation methodologies, and credit submissions.

• Support the management team in the search for alternative investment strategies. 

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

• 8+ years (VP level) professional with experience in several of the following aspects:

• Structured Trade receivables and working capital solutions within a leading Global Entity

• Multicurrency multijurisdictional structure

• Trade credit Insurance experience

• Familiar with the use of Supply Chain Finance, Trade Credit Insurance, Receivables Finance, MRPAs and MARA agreement.

Education

Bachelor of Sciences, MBA or PHD in the subjects of Business Administration, Economics, Financial Analysis, Statistics, Mathematics, or Engineering studies with sustainable professional experience in Trade and Working Capital Financing. 

Languages

• Proficient in English (Required)

• French or German (Preferred)

Hard Skills

• Deep understanding of trade finance and its global market environment,

• Understanding of macroeconomics and Global Trade,

• Strong computer skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Reuters and Bloomberg,

• Structured Trade Finance, Credit analysis, Structured Finance, Debt Capital markets, and FX leverage.

Soft Skills

• Strong interpersonal capabilities, building trust with senior management and peers is a must. A self-motivated character and focused on achieving objectives and over deliver objectives.

• Excellent attention to detail.

• Rigorous analysis and presentation skills in risk management and organization.

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 NEXT

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

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