Job Description

Executive Director, Ratings Advisory - New York

Country: United States of America

Your Journey Starts Here:

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Our focus is on fostering an enriching journey that empowers you to explore diverse career opportunities while nurturing your personal growth. We are committed to creating an environment where continuous learning and development are prioritized, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, you will find ample opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world, sharing insights and driving innovation together. Join us at Santander, where you are supported by a culture of engagement and a commitment to your success.

An exciting journey awaits, if you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!

Essential Functions/Responsibility Statements:

• Leads the Company's ratings advisory efforts throughout the Americas for various Corporates sector clients and prospects
• Provides industry knowledge of credit ratings as well as related methodologies and criteria
• Advises clients on capital structuring advice with a goal of credit ratings optimization
• Oversees production of commercial materials and presents the team’s solutions to client executives
• Leads external credit rating deal executions (including commercial and analytical aspects) for Santander-led transactions.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with key stakeholders such as external clients, individuals at the Rating Agencies, and internal constituents
• Has a deep understanding of Santander’s business globally, and an ability to synthesize rating agency criteria to best serve the bank’s clients
• Works with junior members of the ratings advisory team to help them develop deeper understanding of the Corporate sectors and Rating Agencies

Qualifications:

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.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent degree and/or work experience, in business administration, finance or economics

Work Experience:

• Minimum five years at a credit rating agency (i.e., Moody’s, S&P, or Fitch) and/or related investment-banking experience

Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated thought leader and understanding of Corporates sector ratings
• Strong understanding of Rating Agency methodology and criteria
• Very strong interpersonal communication skills, complemented by both excellent verbal and written communication
• Expert presentation and public speaking skills
• Strong relationship management and negotiation skills
• Strong organizational skills and detail orientation, as well as analytical skills
• Leadership experience and potential as well as an ability to mentor and train junior members of the team
• Ability to work in a team environment

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions :

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required .

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next :

Review the internal eligibility guidelines here . If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.

Benefits:
Santander Benefits - 2025 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)

Primary Location:  New York, NY, Madison Ave Corp

Other Locations:  New York-New York

Organization:  Santander US Capital Markets LLC

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.

Salary: $210,000 - $300,000/year

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