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

The Role

The Difference You Make:
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (SCIB) is looking for an Analyst and/or Associate to join the Export & Agency Finance (EAF) team in the US, with a primary focus on Latin America and Multilateral Agencies (MLAs).

Key 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.
• Monitor 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

Benefits

Keeping your personal wellbeing in mind, we offer comprehensive benefits to our people. From health coverage and PTO to retirement planning, here's how we take care of you.