CLO Structuring Associate: Origination & Modeling

Santander; United States; On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Santander is seeking an experienced CLO Structuring Associate in the United States to assist with origination, structuring, and execution of CLO warehouses and transactions. The role involves modeling, investor materials, and close collaboration with internal and external teams.

The associate will work within the Securitized Products Trading Desk, gaining exposure to senior team members and fast-paced deal execution while expanding CLO expertise and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Experience in CLO structuring/banking or direct CLO exposure.
• Proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong quantitative/technical skills and attention to detail.
• Certifications: SIE, Series 7 and 63.

Responsibilities

• Support origination, structuring, and execution of CLO warehouses and CLO new issues, resets, and refinancings.
• Structure and model CLO transactions using Excel, Intex, and rating agency software.
• Build and run CLO cash flow models for investor marketing and transaction analysis.
• Analyze CLO collateral portfolios and compute key metrics for structuring guidance.
• Prepare warehouse termsheets, internal memos, deal marketing materials, and pitch books.
• Coordinate timelines and deliverables with CLO managers, legal counsel, syndicate, and rating agencies.
• Monitor CLO warehouse activity including asset approvals, fundings, and reconciliations.
• Expand structuring expertise while building market presence and client relationships.

Skills

CLO structuring/banking

Intex modeling

Quantitative skills

Microsoft Excel

Certifications: SIE, Series 7 & 63

Tools

Intex

Job description

Santander is seeking an experienced CLO Structuring Associate in the United States to assist with origination, structuring, and execution of CLO warehouses and transactions. The role involves modeling, investor materials, and close collaboration with internal and external teams.

The associate will work within the Securitized Products Trading Desk, gaining exposure to senior team members and fast-paced deal execution while expanding CLO expertise and client relationships.