M&A Associate (Tech) - 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.

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking's Technology Investment Banking team advises technology companies, founders, financial sponsors, corporates, and institutional investors across some of the most dynamic and rapidly evolving sectors of the global economy. Our coverage spans software, fintech, digital infrastructure, data and analytics, cybersecurity, and AI enabled businesses.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking (Santander CIB) is looking for a M&A Associate based out of Luca de Tena office (Madrid)

While based in Spain, the role is fully integrated within Santander CIB's broader European Technology franchise, providing the opportunity to work alongside colleagues across the region on high profile strategic M&A, equity capital markets, and other corporate finance transactions for leading technology clients.

As part of Santander CIB's global Technology franchise, you will work within an integrated international platform that combines the reach, resources, and execution capabilities of a leading global bank with the agility and entrepreneurial culture of a fast-growing advisory team. Associates are expected to take meaningful responsibility from the outset, playing a central role in transaction execution, client engagement, financial analysis, and business development initiatives

This is an excellent opportunity for ambitious professionals looking to develop deep sector expertise, gain significant transaction exposure, and contribute to the continued expansion of one of Europe's leading technology investment banking platforms.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing differentiated insights on Technology sector dynamics, including valuation trends, capital flows, strategic and sponsor activity, public market performance, disruptive business models, and emerging subsectors.

• Driving the preparation and quality control of senior-level client materials, including pitch books, strategic reviews, management presentations, information memoranda, board materials, investor presentations and internal approval documents.

• Building and reviewing complex financial models and valuation analyses, including operating models, DCFs, trading comparables, precedent transactions, merger models, accretion/dilution analyses, sensitivities and scenario-based valuation frameworks.

• Taking ownership of execution workstreams across M&A, strategic advisory and equity-led processes, driving timelines, due diligence workstreams and stakeholder coordination across clients, advisors and internal teams.

• Mentoring and managing Analysts and interns, setting execution standards, reviewing outputs and helping create a high-performance, collaborative team culture.

Successful candidates will combine strong analytical capabilities with sound commercial judgment, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine interest in the Technology sector.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

Our people are our greatest strength. We value individuals who combine analytical excellence with curiosity, ownership, intellectual honesty and the ability to perform under pressure.

This role is particularly suited to candidates who want to become trusted Technology M&A advisors and who are excited by the pace, complexity and strategic relevance of the sector.

Professional Experience

• Prior investment banking experience is required, at least 4 years in M&A / Corporate Finance advisory within a leading investment bank, global financial institution, elite boutique or top-tier advisory platform.

• Demonstrated execution experience, with the ability to lead workstreams, manage parallel deliverables and maintain high quality under demanding timelines.

• Experience preparing and reviewing senior-quality client materials, transaction documentation and internal committee materials, with strong attention to detail and judgment.

• Previous exposure and deal execution experience in software, fintech, digital infrastructure or tech-enabled services is a plus.  However, candidates with broader M&A experience and a clear interest in technology sector will also be considered.

• Strong stakeholder management skills, including comfort interacting with clients, advisors, investors and cross-border internal teams.

• Ability to operate with a high level of autonomy while contributing to a collaborative, team-first environment.

Education

• Undergraduate degree with a strong academic track record.

• Finance, Economics, Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science or other quantitative backgrounds are especially relevant, although not required.

• Additional postgraduate qualifications, CFA progress or technical training in financial modelling are valued.

Languages

• Fluency in English written and oral is required.

• Additional languages are a plus.

Hard Skills

• Advanced financial modelling and valuation skills, supported by a solid understanding of accounting, corporate finance and transaction structuring.  Knowledge of Technology sector business models, operating metrics, and valuation methodologies would be highly valued.

• Advanced PowerPoint and Excel skills, with the ability to produce clear, concise and client-ready materials.

• Familiarity with Capital IQ, FactSet, Refinitiv, Mergermarket, Bloomberg, PitchBook, Dealroom, S&P, Infralogic or similar tools is preferred.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical, communication and presentation skills.

• Genuine curiosity for Technology and the ability to translate market trends into actionable corporate finance ideas.

• High ownership mindset, reliability under pressure and strong attention to detail.

• Commercial judgment and ability to connect financial analysis with strategic implications.

• Confidence to manage junior team members, review work product and raise execution standards.

• Collaborative approach, intellectual humility and strong professional integrity.

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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