Associate, Trading

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.

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The Difference You Make:

The Associate, Trading supports the trading desk with execution, pricing, and risk monitoring across equities, options, mutual funds, fixed income, FX, alternatives and structured products markets. This role is ideal for someone with strong analytical capabilities, attention to detail, and an interest in global capital markets. You will work closely with senior traders, sales teams, operations, and compliance to ensure efficient trade flow and adherence to regulatory standards.

• Assist financial advisors with trade execution in equities, options, mutual funds, fixed income, FX, alternatives and structured products.

• Review all trades that are flagged for pre-review prior to releasing trades to the market.

• Work with sales and operations teams to support client orders and resolve trade breaks or settlement issues.

• Prepare and review the daily trade blotters to ensure accuracy of trade input.

• Ensure that all processing queues are cleared in a timely manner.

• Identify trading activity that does not meet firm regulatory and/or firm standards.

• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly reviews accurately and timely to ensure accordance to the firm’s guidelines, all applicable external and internal regulation, and policies and procedures.

• Provide information, as requested, to Legal/Compliance for the firm to respond to requests from various internal and external auditors and regulators

• Partner with Product to assist with new product launches. Keep up to date in all approved product offerings and industry trends.

• Identify inefficiencies throughout all trade processes and work with internal departments and outside vendors to improve overall processes within product workflows.

• Work closely with Supervisory Directors/Market Directors and communicate any concerns including frequent items that cause NIGOs, Financial Advisors who are having difficulties and/or business practices that are not in line with firm standards.

• Develop knowledge of financial markets and asset management and financial regulations to build a deep understanding of trading and trading risks

• Provide backup coverage and cross-train others.

• Maintain key reporting and business metrics.

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.

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, Business Administration, Engineering, or equivalent field. - Required.

• 3+ Years trading, operations, sales, supervision, compliance, audit, or regulatory experience. - Required.

• Strong analytical background with the ability to analyze and summarize findings in a concise and clear format.

• Detailed oriented and possess high ethical standards.

• Knowledge of equities, options, mutual funds, fixed income, FX, alternatives and structured notes trading and investment, and/or experience working in the front desk, operations, sales, risk, regulatory, legal or audit fields.

• Ability to operate independently within guidelines, policies, directives and established precedence.

• Strong technical skills, particularly with respect to Microsoft Excel.

• Genuine interest in and understanding of financial markets.

• Familiarity with a broad range of asset classes, including derivatives.

• Intellectual curiosity and problem-solving skills.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to interact confidently with others.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also maintaining appropriate levels of collaboration and cooperation with other team members.

• Sensitivity and tact must be especially evident in the performance of compliance monitoring and surveillance functions.

• Solid understanding of applicable Federal and State laws applicable to SEC registered broker-dealers, futures commission merchants, and swap dealers.

• Strong analytical and investigative skills and demonstrated ability to operate at a strategic level.

• Sound judgment in identifying risks to proactively escalate with relevant senior management.

• Excellent written (drafting & editing) and spoken communication abilities.

• Excellent teamwork, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

Certifications

• Series 7 – General Securities Representative License – Required.

• Series 63 or Series 66 – State registration requirements – Preferred.

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:

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 TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.