Location: Boadilla (Madrid), Spain At Santander, we are evolving from a high‑impact brand into a technology‑driven organization. We are driving a customer‑centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible. The Difference You Make Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) supports complex corporate and institutional clients. We are looking for a Global Head of Structured Trade based in Boadilla. Responsibilities You will be responsible for: Defining and owning the global strategy for Structured Trade Finance across all markets and sectors. Building and leading a high‑performing team, ensuring clear direction, accountability, and a performance culture. Leading origination strategy and pipeline development across regions in collaboration with Coverage, sector teams, and local product units. Designing and enhancing product frameworks, risk parameters, models, and documentation standards to ensure products are competitive, scalable, and compliant. Presenting business performance, strategy updates, and key transactions to Executive Committees and senior leadership. What You’ll Bring Requirements essential for success in this role include: Professional Experience 10+ years of experience in Structured Trade Finance, Structured Finance, Commodity Finance, or related long‑term financing structures, with a documented track record of structuring these transactions from an investment banking background. (Required) Education Degree in Economics, Law, Finance, Engineering, or related fields. (Required) Languages English – Required. Knowledge of Spanish or a third language – Preferred. Hard Skills Solid background in long‑term financing structures, ideally in Project Finance or similar transactions. (Required) Advanced proficiency in cash‑flow modelling, financial analysis, and credit assessment of complex borrower and supply‑chain structures. (Required) Strong understanding of commodity markets, supply‑chain dynamics, and collateral risk management. (Required) Proven ability to negotiate complex legal documentation with a robust grounding in legal frameworks relevant to structured trade. (Required) Experience with accounting treatment of structured trade transactions (IFRS and US‑GAAP). (Required) Experience leading multi‑disciplinary deal teams and interacting with senior internal stakeholders. (Required) Significant exposure to cross‑border transactions and multi‑jurisdictional risk. (Required) We Value Your Impact Global opportunities and broad career paths. Hybrid working model with flexible hours. Access to an extensive learning platform. Highly competitive salary with performance‑based bonuses. Preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, and life insurance. Health and wellbeing programs. Childcare support and family‑friendly programmes. Legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services for employees and families. Gym / WellHub membership, medical centres, meal subsidies, parking, shuttle service, and exclusive discounts for Santander employees. Local Compliance Santander is proud to be an organization that provides equal opportunities regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion, or sexual orientation. We are committed to an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. What To Do Next If this sounds like a role you are interested in, please apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr