Analyst/Associate – Export & Agency Finance (EAF US) – LatAm Focus

About the role

The Difference You Make
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (SCIB) is seeking an Analyst and/or Associate to join the Export & Agency Finance (EAF) team in the US, focusing on Latin America and Multilateral Agencies (MLAs). This role offers exposure to complex international transactions across LatAm markets, working closely with clients, multilaterals, and internal teams globally.

Responsibilities

• Support the origination, structuring, and execution of EAF transactions, with a focus on Latin America and MLA-backed financings (e.g., IDB, IFC, CAF).
• Aid in managing transactions end-to-end, from initial pitch through closing, including preparation of presentations, term sheets, and credit materials.
• Build and maintain financial models, including cash flow analysis and profitability metrics.
• Cope with internal stakeholders (Coverage, Risk, Legal, Compliance, Markets, Syndication) across multiple geographies.
• Support client relationship management, including preparing pitchbooks and participating in client meetings, particularly in LatAm markets.
• Contribute to credit approval processes, due diligence, and transaction documentation.
• Maintain portfolio performance and stay updated on market trends, MLAs, ECAs, and geopolitical developments impacting the region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field.
• 1–5 years of relevant experience in structured finance, export finance, project finance, or corporate banking.
• Familiarity with ECA and/or Multilateral Agency financing structures.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills.
• Ability to operate effectively in a cross-border, multicultural environment.
• Professional fluency in Spanish (written and spoken), given the role’s focus on Spanish-speaking clients and stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Latin American transactions or clients.
• Exposure to MLAs such as IDB, IFC, CAF, or World Bank Group.
• Background in infrastructure, energy, or industrial sectors.
• Prior experience in Investment Banking, Structured Finance, or Trade Finance.

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.

Benefits

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.

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.

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 TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.