Associate Export & Agency Finance Team

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Santander is evolving from a global, high‑impact brand into a technology‑driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey, driving a customer‑centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.

Our mission is to help more people and businesses prosper, while embracing a strong risk culture. All professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach to risk management.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is looking for an Associate to join our Export & Agency Finance Team in Milan. You’ll be part of a dynamic team that works with top corporate clients on transactions supported by Export Credit Agencies (ECAs) and Multilateral Agencies. Santander CIB is the global leader in Export & Agency Finance, giving you the opportunity to work on landmark international deals and collaborate with experts worldwide.

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

• Manage and develop a portfolio of corporate clients, helping them identify ECA/MLA‑backed financing solutions tailored to their needs.
• Originate new business opportunities, both inbound and outbound.
• Prepare client presentations, term sheets, and preliminary documentation.
• Lead the internal approval process, from drafting papers to presenting to committees.
• Collaborate with structuring teams in Madrid and origination teams across Santander’s global network.
• Maintain an active relationship with SACE and other ECAs and MLAs to identify new opportunities and support ongoing negotiations.

What You’ll Bring

Professional Experience

• ~5 years in similar roles within banks, financial institutions, or ECAs/MLA – ideally in sales or structured finance. (Required)

Education

• Master’s degree (with excellent results) in Finance, Economics, or a related field. (Required)

Languages

• Fluent English and Italian. (Required)
• Spanish is a plus. (Preferred)

Hard Skills

• Professional background in export finance, structured and/or project finance transactions, with knowledge of the related documentation. (Required)
• Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint. (Required)

Soft Skills

• Excellent attention to detail and critical thinking. (Required)
• Commercially driven, proactive, results‑oriented, and comfortable working both independently and in a team. (Required)

WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT

You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. Rewards go beyond numbers.

WHY JOIN US

• Join the #1 bank worldwide in Export & Agency Finance.
• Work on high‑profile international transactions with leading corporate clients.
• Collaborate with global teams across multiple geographies.
• Grow your career within a fast‑paced and inclusive global institution.

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, please apply.

READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR JOURNEY?

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Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Finance and Product Management