M&A Analyst (TMT) - SCIB

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

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is looking for a M&A Analyst (TMT) based out of Luca de Tena Office (Madrid).

We are reinforcing our telecom & digital infrastructure Investment Banking team due to increased deal activity and continued successful growth. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for

• Preparing high-quality client materials, including pitchbooks, strategic reviews, management presentations, information memoranda, board materials and internal approval documents.

• Conducting detailed sector, company, investor and transaction analysis across the European telecom and digital infra space.

• Monitoring market developments, valuation trends, regulatory themes and investor activity across key sub-sectors, including digital infrastructure (data centers, towers, fiber), telecoms (B2C, B2B) and media.

• Performing valuation work using DCF, trading comparables, precedent transactions and other relevant sector-specific approaches.

• Building and reviewing detailed financial models, including operating models, DCFs, merger and accretion / dilution analyses, valuation frameworks, and sensitivities.

• Supporting live transaction execution across M&A and IPO processes, including due diligence coordination, workstream management and interaction with internal and external stakeholders.

• Supporting senior bankers on client dialogue, strategic analysis and origination ideas.

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

• 2–4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, M&A, ECM / IPO advisory or a similar transaction environment  

• Strong execution experience on live transactions and the ability to manage multiple workstreams under pressure  

• Strong interest in, and ideally prior exposure to, the TMT sector in Europe, including telecommunications, digital infrastructure and media (Preferred)

Education

• Undergraduate degree with a strong academic track record  

Languages

• Fluency in English and Spanish are required.

• Additional European languages (Preferred)

Hard Skills

• Proven ability to produce high-quality client-facing materials, with excellent attention to detail and quality control  

• Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills, with a strong grasp of accounting and corporate finance fundamentals  

• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Refinitiv, Mergermarket, Infralogic (Preferred)

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills

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.

• 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 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.

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