Sr. Business Development Associate

Banco Santander SA; Miami, Northern (FL, KY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Santander is seeking a Sr. Associate, Business Management in the United States (Miami area) to conduct advanced analyses and drive strategic initiatives.

This role partners with management to optimize performance, builds new metrics, and leads cross‑functional projects to deliver actionable insights. The candidate should bring 9+ years in strategy, M&A or PM, with private banking knowledge and strong stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
• 9+ years experience in Strategy, M&A and/or Project Management
• Strong knowledge of Private Banking Industry
• Ability to influence and drive complex initiatives with internal stakeholders
• High proficiency in financial calculations
• Experience in project management, mergers & acquisitions, due diligence and transactions
• Comfort using generative AI and AI-enabled tools
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills
• Maintain confidentiality and professional discretion
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent oral and written communication
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word; AI tools

Responsibilities

• Defines and develops analytical approaches to unprecedented and complex issues.
• Determines where measurement gaps exist and devises new metrics or reports.
• Reviews operational data/metrics, analyzes and synthesizes data, and compiles reports.
• Navigates the entire firm to complete tasks.
• Develops consultative partnerships with internal teams to align with objectives.
• Communicates with internal teams to stay informed on operations and protocols.
• Leads projects of strategic importance for the function or business unit.
• Acts as technical leader for ad-hoc reporting or project needs.
• Collaborates with senior leaders to ensure analytical needs are met.
• Leads projects including assigning work and monitoring quality.
• Contributes to achieving function objectives.
• Supports data-driven decision-making by leaders.

Skills

Strategy

M&A

Project Management

Private Banking

Stakeholder management

Financial calculations

Executive communication

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

AI Tools

Job description

## Sr. Business Development AssociateBewerbenlocations: Miamitime type: Vollzeitposted on: Heute ausgeschriebenjob requisition id: Req1600946Sr. Business Development AssociateCountry: Vereinigte Staaten**It Starts Here:**Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and 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.If you are interested in exploring the possibilities **We Want to Talk to You!****The Difference You Make:** The Sr. Associate, Business Management conducts unprecedented or complex analyses and reporting in support of general business operations, special projects/initiatives and/or strategic/operational planning activities. The incumbent consults with management and business partners on matters of significance regarding strategic approaches, effectiveness of support functions, and business performance improvement opportunities. S/he is often assigned as a project lead on business unit initiatives of strategic importance.* Defines and develops analytical approaches to unprecedented and complex issues.* Determines where measurement gaps exist and devises new metrics or reports to fill those gaps.* Reviews operational data/metrics, analyzes and synthesizes the data, then compiles into reports or presentations.* Navigates the entire firm in order to effectively complete tasks.* Develops consultative partnerships with internal teams and leaders to understand their strategic objectives, key performance indicators and reporting requirements.* Communicates with internal teams and leaders to stay abreast of organization and function operations and is familiar with company practices relevant to metrics, performance indicators, reporting protocols, etc.* Leads special projects/initiatives that are of strategic importance for the function or business unit.* Acts as technical leader for any ad-hoc reporting or project needs in the function or business unit.* Collaborates with and supports senior leaders and their teams to ensure analytical and reporting needs are aligned, and supports business and operating results.* Provides guidance to less experienced staff.* Leads projects including assigning work and monitoring quality and completion.* Contributes to the achievement of function or business unit objectives.* Supports data-driven decision-making by team, functional or business unit leaders.**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.**Education:*** Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience**Qualifications:*** - Required. 9+ Years Experience working in Strategy, M&A and/or Project Management* - Required.* • Strong knowledge of the Private Banking Industry. • Ability to influence and drive complex initiatives and manage logistics with internal stakeholders. • High level of proficiency in financial calculations. • Experience in project management, merger and acquisitions, due diligence and transactions. • Comfortable using generative AI and AI-enabled tools. • Strong relationship management and negotiation skills. • Able to maintain the highest degree on confidentiality and professional discretion. • Superior problem solving and analytical skills. • Effective communication skills, oral & written. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, AI Tools • Strong organizational skills and detail orientation.**Certifications:*** No Certifications listed for this job.**It Would Be Nice For You To Have:*** May frequently require minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing, and walking.* Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.**Work Authorization & Sponsorship:** Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.**What Else You Need To Know:**The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.**Base Pay Range:**Minimum:$93,750.00 USDMaximum:$175,000.00 USD**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. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com) **Risk Culture:**We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.**EEO Statement:**At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. **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. **Employer Rights:**This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.**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 [e-mail] to discuss your needs.