Principal VC CLIMATECH INVESTOR
Principal VC CLIMATECH INVESTORCountry : 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. Santander Alternative Investments (SAI) is a growing business that started almost three years ago, with c€3bn in commitments across its core strategies. The business is focused on three areas—infrastructure, private credit and real‐estate—in which our goal is to develop funds where we have a clear competitive advantage to generate alpha for our institutional and UHNWI clients. We embrace a strong risk culture and expect all professionals at all levels to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.
Help define and refine the investment thesis in climatech and deeptech, ensuring strategic alignment across geographies, technological verticals, and long‐term thematic priorities.
Originate and execute investments on behalf of the fund.
Source and execute high‐quality investments, taking lead investor roles with full responsibility for structuring, valuation, negotiation, governance, and co‐investment arrangements.
Play an active role on the boards of portfolio companies, contributing strategic guidance, supporting growth initiatives, overseeing risk management, and preparing companies for exit scenarios (trade sale, IPO, secondary).
Ensure active portfolio stewardship, monitoring performance, anticipating risks, and supporting founders in critical decision‐making moments.
Mentor and develop the internal team, transferring knowledge and judgment to junior and mid‐level colleagues, and fostering a high‐performance, mission‐driven culture.
Experience in either a top‐tier VC, corporate venture arm, or climate / industrial innovation platform. (International exposure or pan‐European investment experience is a plus. (Master's degree in engineering, Business Administration, Finance or Economics. (MBA and / or PhD. (Complementary training in climate, energy, or industrial technologies will be highly valued. (Fluency in English. (An additional European language (Spanish, French, or German). (Deep understanding of early‐stage company dynamics (cap tables, incentive plans, governance) and exit processes. (Technical literacy in climate and industrial technologies; Ability to lead due diligence processes involving technical and commercial advisors. (Leadership presence, sound judgement, and the conviction to make and defend investment decisions.
We're enabling our teams to go beyond through global opportunities and broad career paths. Flexibility that works: 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. 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. Family support: childcare support and family‐friendly programmes tailored to each life stage. Access to Santander Contigo, our program for employees and their families offering legal, emotional, and administrative advisory services. Extra benefits: Gym / WellHub membership, medical centres 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.
Santander Alternative Investments (SAI) is looking for a Principal VC CLIMATECH INVESTOR based out of MADRID.
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