Santander US

Santander US

Vice President, Origination – Fund Solutions – Fund Finance

Madison Ave Corp · Exec · Full-time

No sponsorshipDetected 28 days ago
NegotiationFinancial ModelingAccountingM&ACommunicationCFA

About the role

  • 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!
  • Skills & Attributes - Excellent credit judgment and ability to balance client objectives with Santander's risk appetite.

Responsibilities

  • You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver.
  • Lead origination efforts for Fund Solutions across alternative asset managers, including private equity, infrastructure, real estate and credit funds.
  • Develop and maintain client relationships with fund sponsors, CFOs, treasury teams, capital markets t eams and other key market participants through transaction as well as client and industry events.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business, Engineering or a related analytical discipline required.
  • MBA, CFA or other relevant professional designation is helpful but not required.
  • Experience in Rated feeders, CFOs, L everaged finance, P roject / infrastructure finance, private credit or a related credit / origination role also helpful but not required.
  • Excellent credit judgment and ability to balance client objectives with Santander's risk appetite.
  • Strong commercial orientation with the ability to identify opportunities and convert client dialogue into actionable transactions.
  • Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to senior internal stakeholders and clients.
  • SIE, S63, S79 required within 90 days of hire
  • Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role.
  • 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
  • Experience
  • 6-10+ years of relevant experience in F und F inance including NAV financing, Asset back lending, S ubscription finance, hybrid facilities, GP lines, equity bridge loans or other fund-level financing products strongly preferred. Strong understanding of private capital fund structures, limited partner commitments, borrowing bases, NAV collateral and sponsor liquid ity needs. Demonstrated experience originating, structuring or executing fund finance transactions.
  • Skills & Attributes
  • Excellent credit judgment and ability to balance client objectives with Santander's risk appetite. Strong analytical, structuring and documentation skills.
  • Ability to lead multiple transactions and priorities in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
  • Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to senior internal stakeholders and clients. High attention to detail and strong ownership of work product.
  • Certifications:

Nice to have

  • Existing relationships with private capital sponsors, fund finance market participants, law firms and/or institutional lenders are a plus.
  • Strong understanding of private capital fund structures, limited partner commitments, borrowing bases, NAV collateral and sponsor liquid ity needs.
  • Demonstrated experience originating, structuring or executing fund finance transactions.

Compensation

  • $275,000.00 USD Maximum:
  • 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.

Benefits

  • Collaborat e e ffectively with CIB teams globally across Fund solutions, Leveraged Finance, M&A, Structured Finance, Sponsor coverage and Distribution.
  • 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)

Company info

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Equal opportunity

  • 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.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment.
  • Strong understanding of private capital fund structures, limited partner commitments, borrowing bases, NAV collateral and sponsor liquid ity needs.

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