Senior Portfolio Manager – Alternative Investments, Vice-President
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Santander ( ) is evolving from a global, high‐impact brand into a technology‐driven organization, and our people are at the heart of this journey. 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 help more people and businesses prosper by embracing a strong risk culture and encouraging a proactive, responsible approach to risk management.
The Wealth Management & Insurance division covers three businesses across all Santander Group countries: Insurance, Asset Management and Private Banking. We provide the best solutions to our clients in these three businesses across the 10 countries where we operate.
Role Overview
Santander Alternative Investments is looking for a Senior Portfolio Manager based in our Castellana 24 office. Santander Alternatives is a growing business that started almost 3 years ago with €2.5 bn in commitments in core strategies for the group. We aim to develop funds where we have a clear competitive advantage to generate alpha for our institutional and UHNWI clients.
Responsibilities
Engage with the Santander Group to leverage existing franchises to distribute the fund among Santander clients.
Source, analyse and monitor investment opportunities.
Day‐to‐day management of portfolios, including composition.
Ensure portfolios comply with investment criteria and align with objectives and restrictions.
Lead the execution and implementation of Investment Committee decisions in daily activities of the funds.
Lead credit, risk and legal analysis for transactions and portfolios, supporting valuation methodology discussions from a fund‐management perspective.
Negotiate with banks and other financial institutions to obtain financing (subscription lines and NAV financing) for the investment‐grade semi‐liquid strategy.
Deliver supporting documentation for each acquisition such as legal documentation, valuation methodologies, and credit submissions.
Support the management team in the search for alternative investment strategies.
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 are enabling teams to go beyond by valuing who they are and empowering what they bring.
Professional Experience
8+ years (VP level) experience in one or more of the following: structured trade receivables and working‐capital solutions within a leading global entity.
Experience with multicurrency, multijurisdictional structures.
Trade credit insurance experience.
Familiarity with Supply Chain Finance, Trade Credit Insurance, Receivables Finance, MRPAs and MARA agreements.
Education
Bachelor of Sciences, MBA or PhD in Business Administration, Economics, Financial Analysis, Statistics, Mathematics, or Engineering with sustainable professional experience in trade and working‐capital financing.
Languages
Proficient in English (Required).
French or German (Preferred).
Hard Skills
Deep understanding of trade finance and its global market environment.
Understanding of macroeconomics and global trade.
Strong computer skills in Excel, PowerPoint, Reuters and Bloomberg.
Structured Trade Finance, Credit Analysis, Structured Finance, Debt Capital Markets and FX leverage.
Soft Skills
Strong interpersonal capabilities; building trust with senior management and peers is a must.
Self‐motivated character with a focus on achieving and over‐delivering objectives.
Excellent attention to detail.
Rigorous analysis and presentation skills in risk management and organization.
Benefits
Global career paths and development opportunities.
Hybrid working model with flexible hours.
Access to hundreds of courses through Santander Open Academy.
Competitive salary with performance‐based bonuses.
Preferential banking terms, special interest rates on loans, life insurance and more.
Wellness programme (BeHealthy) promoting holistic well‐being.
Childcare support and family‐friendly programmes.
Legal, emotional and administrative advisory services through Santander Contigo.
Gym/WellHub membership, medical centres, meal subsidy, parking, shuttle service and exclusive discounts.
Local Compliance
Santander is proud of being an organisation where equal opportunities are guaranteed 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, please apply.
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