SCIB GTB FRANKFURT TRADE ASSOCIATE IN THE SOFT COMMODITIES SECTOR TEAM
Country: Germany
IT STARTS HERE
Santander (www.santander.com) 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
SCIB GTB TRADE is looking for an ASSOCIATE IN THE SOFT COMMODITIES SECTOR TEAM based out of FRANKFURT.
As an ASSOCIATE IN THE SOFT COMMODITIES SECTOR TEAM, you will support the origination and structuring of trade and working capital solutions for large corporate clients in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and in the Nordic countries with special focus and responsibility for the Soft Commodity sector. You will have responsibility for a set of dedicated existing customers.
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:
- Support senior team members in identifying opportunities and assist in originating transactions within Trade & Working capital solutions for large corporate clients, including Letter of Credit (import/export, standby Letter of Credits); prepare and deliver client presentations and actively support other sales and coverage initiatives.
- Manage your own set of customers alongside goals and available tools, interact with clients regularly managing the existing portfolio business and assist in enhancing the profitability and revenues in line with Santander’s requirements
- Prepare and execute transactions, including for example applications for internal approval committees and alignment with all internal stakeholders relevant for execution, such as Banking, Private Debt Mobilization (Syndication), Operations, Legal, Global Product, Compliance, IT, so as to provide a best-in-class service and seamless end to end origination and execution.
- Perform financial and strategic business analysis.
- Adherence to internal processes, policies, and governance frameworks, maintaining appropriate controls, documentation, and transparency over sales and execution activity, particularly in relation to trade finance and LC transactions.
- Gather market intelligence and support in advising clients on all matters concerning Trade and Working Capital solutions.
- Support the team in external advocacy roles in support of Santander's branding, recruitment and thought leadership.
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
- Minimum of 3 to 4 years of relevant experience with Trade & Working Capital solutions, with focus on specifically Letter of Credits (Import/Export) and guarantee business (required)
- Customer facing and or sales experience is a plus (preferred)
Education
- B.A. in Finance, Business Administration or equivalent ideal, or
- other university and business school qualifications, such as finance, law, engineering, math, physics, or economics, as examples.
Languages
- Fluency in German and English (required)
- Any other language would be a plus (preferred)
Hard Skills
- The candidate should demonstrate expertise in trade & working capital products, structures, and geographies (required)
Other Information
- The candidate should be flexible to travel and participate in client meetings in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and in the Nordics region.
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 (www.santanderopenacademy.com)
- 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’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.
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