Santander CIB 2026 Graduate Program - Global Markets - Europe at Santander

Madrid, Community of Madrid, Spain

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New GradExperience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Investment Banking, Global MarketsIndustries

Requirements

  • In final year of study or recently graduated with a strong academic background
  • Highly collaborative approach to work
  • High proficiency in English (any other languages is a plus)
  • Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
  • Strong mathematical foundation and programming skills
  • Availability to join in July/September 2026

Responsibilities

  • Trading: Price and execute trades across asset classes such as interest rates, FX, credit, and equity derivatives
  • Trading: Monitor and analyze market movements, spotting opportunities and managing risk in real time
  • Trading: Collaborate with sales colleagues to design trading strategies that meet client needs
  • Trading: Learn how to use advanced quantitative models, data tools, and technology platforms to support trading decisions
  • Sales: Build strong relationships with leading institutional and corporate clients across Europe
  • Sales: Deliver tailored insights, ideas, and financial solutions to support client strategies
  • Sales: Work closely with trading, structuring, and research teams to provide comprehensive client coverage
  • Sales: Take part in client meetings, prepare presentations, and contribute to the execution of real transactions
  • Structuring: Design bespoke financial solutions that meet complex client needs by combining different products (e.g. derivatives, financing, securitization)
  • Structuring: Translate market trends, regulation, and technical insights into innovative products and strategies
  • Structuring: Collaborate with Sales, Trading, and Quants to bring deals from idea to execution
  • Structuring: Build financial models and tools to price, structure, and monitor transactions
  • Structuring: Prepare high-quality pitch materials and presentations to support client discussions
  • Quants: Develop, implement, and maintain the models and tools that underpin trading and risk management
  • Quants: Improve pricing libraries and build new quantitative models for complex products
  • Quants: Work side by side with traders and structurers to make sure models meet business needs
  • Quants: Apply programming, mathematics, and analytical skills to real market challenges
  • Research & Strategy: Provide in-depth market analysis and insights on macroeconomics, equities, credit, rates, and FX to support clients and internal teams
  • Research & Strategy: Monitor global economic, political, and financial trends to identify opportunities and risks
  • Research & Strategy: Produce high-quality reports, presentations, and recommendations that influence investment and trading decisions
  • Research & Strategy: Work closely with Sales and Trading teams to deliver timely analysis that helps clients make informed decisions
  • Research & Strategy: Develop expertise in data analysis, forecasting, and financial modelling to back research

Skills

Trading
FX
Interest Rates
Credit
Equity Derivatives
Quantitative Models
Data Tools
Risk Management
Sales
Client Relationships
Financial Structuring
Derivatives
Securitization
Financing

Santander

Provides banking, investment, and insurance services

About Santander

Santander Bank provides a variety of financial services to individuals, small businesses, and large corporations in the United States. Its offerings include savings and checking accounts, loans, credit cards, and investment products. The bank also has specialized services through Santander Investment Services and insurance products via Santander Securities LLC. Santander stands out from its competitors by focusing on community growth, committing $13.6 billion to support initiatives like the 'Cultivate Small Business' program, which aids early-stage entrepreneurs, especially from underrepresented groups. The bank generates revenue through interest on loans, service fees, and commissions, while promoting responsible banking practices and financial education. Santander's goal is to empower individuals and businesses, enhance community prosperity, and provide comprehensive financial solutions.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters
1902Year Founded
$75MTotal Funding
POST_IPO_DEBTCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision
401k
Flexible PTO
Parental & sick leave
Discounts: technology, travel, auto, fitness, & tuition

Risks

ISO 20022 transition may challenge smaller business partners.
'Quishing' attacks pose a growing threat to consumer security.
Openbank faces competition in the U.S. high-yield savings market.

Differentiation

Santander's Openbank offers a 5.00% APY high-yield savings account nationwide.
The bank's Inclusive Communities Plan pledges $13.6 billion for community initiatives.
Santander's ISO 20022 adoption enhances operational efficiency and data management.

Upsides

Openbank's high-yield savings account attracts more U.S. customers.
Santander's renewable energy financing highlights commitment to sustainable investments.
Proactive cybersecurity measures enhance customer trust and protect digital assets.

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