FX Corporate Sales - Financial Sponsors (Continental Europe)

This position is at Banco Santander

The selection process will be fully managed by Banco Santander.

This opportunity is available in Boadilla del Monte - España, Madrid - España.

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FX Corporate Sales – Financial Sponsors (Continental Europe) Country: España **IT STARTS HERE** Santander ( is evolving from **a global, high-impact brand** into a **technology-driven organization**, and our people are at the heart of this journey. **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**. Our mission is to contribute to help more **people and businesses prosper**. We embrace a strong risk culture and all our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management. **Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB)** is Santander's global division that supports some of the world's most complex and sophisticated corporate and institutional clients, offering customized services and value-added wholesale products to best meet their needs. **THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE** **Santander Corporate & Investing Banking** is looking for a **FX Corporate Sales – Financial Sponsors (Continental Europe)** based out of **Madrid** As part of the Global Markets team, you will be responsible for developing and managing relationships with Financial Sponsor clients across Continental Europe, with a primary focus on **Private Equity mega-funds and mid-market sponsors headquartered in Europe (ex-UK)**. You will deliver tailored FX solutions at the **fund level**, supporting cross-border investments, capital flows, and currency risk management strategies. We’re **shaping the way we work** through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for: * Building and managing senior relationships with Financial Sponsors (Private Equity and alternative asset managers), focusing on fund-level FX needs * Originating and executing FX transactions linked to M&A, capital calls, fund subscriptions, distributions, and cross-border investment flows * Advising clients on FX risk management strategies at the fund level, including multi-currency exposure and liquidity planning * Partnering closely with Investment Banking, Financial Sponsor Coverage, and Financing teams to deliver coordinated solutions to sponsor clients * Developing a deep understanding of sponsor investment strategies, fund structures, and geographic exposures to proactively identify FX opportunities * Driving revenue generation through strategic engagement with key decision-makers (Partners, CFOs, Treasury teams) * Providing market insights and actionable FX ideas tailored to sponsor-driven capital deployment and fundraising cycles * Ensuring adherence to internal compliance, regulatory standards, and risk management frameworks **WHAT YOU’LL BRING** Our people are our greatest strength. Every individual contributes unique perspectives that make us stronger as a team and as an organization. We’re **enabling teams to go beyond** by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring. The following requirements represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities essential for success in this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. **Professional Experience** * 5–10 years of experience in FX Sales, with a strong focus on Financial Sponsors or institutional clients (Required) * Proven track record covering Private Equity clients, including mega-funds and mid-market sponsors in Continental Europe (Required) * Experience interacting with fund-level stakeholders (Partners, CFOs, Fund Finance / Treasury teams) (Preferred) **Education** * Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field (Required) * Master’s degree or relevant financial certification (e.g., CFA) (Preferred) **Languages** * English (Required) * Additional European language (e.g., French, German, Spanish, Italian) (Preferred) (Preferred) **Hard Skills** * Strong knowledge of FX products (spot, forwards, options) and their application to fund-level flows (Required) * Solid understanding of Private Equity fund structures, capital deployment cycles, and cross-border investment dynamics (Required) * Ability to originate and structure FX solutions aligned with fundraising, investment, and distribution activities (Preferred) **Soft Skills** * Strong relationship-building skills with senior sponsor stakeholders * Commercial mindset with a proactive and strategic approach to client coverage * Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deal-driven, and highly international environment **WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT** **Your contribution matters**, and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair, competitive reward package that reflects **the impact you create** and the value you deliver. But we know rewards go beyond numbers. * We’re **enable our teams to go beyond** through global opportunities and broad career paths. * Flexibility that works. Enjoy a **hybrid working models**—some days remote, some days onsite with your team—along with flexible hours. * **Learning for life**. Access hundreds of courses on our platforms, including exclusive access to our global learning space: **Santander Open Academy** ( * Competitive rewards. Receive a **highly competitive salary with performance-based bonuses**, motivating you to keep growing with us. * Financial advantages. Benefit from **preferential banking terms, special interest rates** on loans, life insurance, and more. * Your health is our priority. Through **BeHealthy,** our global wellness programme, we promote **Holistic wellbeing.** * We know **family is everything**. That’s why we offer childcare support and family-friendly programmes tailored to each life stage. * **Always by your side.** Get access to **Santander Contigo**, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services. * **Extra benefits**. Gym/WellHub membership, medical centers in some of our facilities, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service from various points in Madrid, as well as exclusive discounts and offers for Santander employees. **And that’s only the beginning—we’ll tell you more when you join!** We’re here to **keep you motivated**, help you reach your goals, and celebrate your progress, every step of the way. **LOCAL COMPLIANCE** Santander is proud of being an organization where there are equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. **WHAT TO DO NEXT** If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply. **READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP IN YOUR JOURNEY?** **#SCIB**

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