Investment Banking Associate, Leveraged Finance

Investment Banking Associate, Leveraged Finance

Country: United States of America

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:
Support the banking team in structuring, negotiating and execution of syndicated/private credit facilities for leveraged buyouts, mergers and acquisitions, dividend recapitalizations, refinancings and various other leveraged finance transactions.

• Support the develop client presentation materials and pitchbooks, including all background research, analysis and drafting.
• Familiarity with and/or perform valuation analysis, including discounted cash flow, trading comparables, deal comparables and LBO analysis. Assist in preparing committee approval materials for both LFRC and IBC.
• Assist in the syndication process, supporting Capital Markets and Coverage Bankers in the preparation of materials or responding to investor questions.
• Assist senior bankers on client coverage initiatives.
• Support the senior banker's negotiations with corporate or private equity sponsor clients on business terms and legal documentation.
• Support transaction execution over its life, and consistently deliver a high-quality work product to both satisfy internal processes and deliver on client requests.
• Provide detailed support of due diligence processes.
• Adheres to compliance procedures and internal/operational risk controls in accordance with all applicable regulatory standards, requirements and policies.

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 with equivalent work experience: in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field - Required.
• MBA / CFA /Masters, or equivalent work experience: in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field - Preferred.

• 3+ Years Experience in Leveraged Finance Investment Banking - Required.

• Demonstrated knowledge of corporate finance, investment banking products and legal documentation, with a preference for experience in Leveraged Finance.
• Expert knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint with advanced financial modeling skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work within multiple deal teams with competing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation, as well as analytical skills.
• Ability to be flexible, adapt to changing priorities and prioritize deadlines.
• Ability to translate data into information.

Certifications:

• No Certifications listed for this job.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:

• Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.
• Experience in Microsoft Office products.

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:

$131,250.00 USD

Maximum:

$225,000.00 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