Legal Counsel

Country: Spain

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
SCIB
is looking for a
Legal Counsel
based out of
Boadilla del Monte
.

As a
Legal Counsel,
you will provide legal advice to the different Fixed Income Business units (including Securitisation products, DCM, HY, distribution of structured notes, etc.) and to the Volcker Team.

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:

• Legal advice to the DCM Origination business in the establishment of new debt programmes for third parties and group companies, in the structuring and placement of standalone issuances (including high yield transactions), and drawdowns under debt programmes, etc. and to the structured notes distribution business. Drafting and/or reviewing relevant legal documentation, including prospectuses, final terms / notes Ts&Cs, placement and dealer agreements, legal opinions, auditors' letters, etc.
• Legal advice to traditional, synthetic securitisations, warehousing and lending services as structurer / placement agent or lender, as appplicable. Drafting and /or reviewing relevant legal documentation including terms sheets, prospectuses, escrituras, final terms /notes Ts&Cs, subscription agreements, legal opinions, auditors' letters, etc.
• Assisting with the review and analysis of Volcker requests.
• Legal advice to other matters related to Fixed Income affairs which require Legal team`s assessment or intervention.

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

• +2 years of experience in legal advisory to Capital Markets and/or Treasury matters  (Required)

Education

• Degree in Law. (Required)
• Financial background and/or a degree in Business Management or similar will be a plus.  (Preferred)

Languages

• Very high level of English. Knowledge of other languages will be an asset. (Required)

Hard Skills

• Specific experience with derivatives and banking and finance transactions will be a plus. (Preferred)

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?