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The Associate, M&A role is to act as a key member of the M&A team, supporting senior bankers throughout the full life cycle of client interactions from origination to closing of transactions, including, origination, modelling and valuation, management meetings, diligence, financing, tactics and negotiation of definitive of documentation.

Responsibility:

• Work with senior bankers and participate in client transactions, projects or assignments as a member of the Investment Banking team
• Responsible for organizing and analyzing sophisticated financial data used in client proposals and strategic plans
• Prepare valuation materials and M&A analyses for pitches and live deals
• Conduct market, economic, & financial research
• Build complex financial models for valuation purposes
• Operate within compliance parameters and demonstrate sound business judgement

Skills:

• Understanding of corporate finance and M&A
• Experience related to Energy and Infrastructure a plus
• Solid financial modeling and technical capabilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to coordinate across multiple teams
• Team player and self starter

Qualifications:
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 in Business, Finance, Economics, or equivalent field.

Work Experience:

• 3-5+ years of work experience
• prior experience in investment banking, M&A

Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced knowledge of business products and services strong business or commercial credit acumen
• Proven track record of sales and outside calling skills Excellent communication (written & verbal) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop strong customer and colleague relationships
• Local market knowledge and the ability to develop, retain and expand relationships with Centers of Influence
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team environment

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.

Link to Santander Benefits:

Santander Benefits - 2025 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.

Primary Location: New York, NY, Madison Ave Corp

Other Locations: New York-New York

Organization: Santander US Capital Markets LLC