Infrastructure Debt Advisory Analyst

About the role

Santander Corporate & Investment Banking is hiring an experienced Analyst for its Infrastructure Debt Advisory team in Madrid. The team advises corporates, infrastructure funds, private equity sponsors and other investors on complex situations such as M&A, IPOs and other equity-related transactions, covering high-profile deals in the energy and energy transition space across EMEA. The Analyst supports both origination and live execution.

Key responsibilities

• Build and review detailed financial models, including operating models, debt mechanics and sensitivities
• Prepare client materials such as pitch books, strategic reviews, management presentations, information memoranda, board materials and internal approval documents
• Support live transaction execution across M&A and IPO processes, including due diligence coordination, workstream management and stakeholder engagement
• Analyse sectors, companies, investors and transactions across the EMEA energy and energy transition space
• Monitor market developments, valuation trends, regulatory themes and investor activity
• Support senior bankers on client dialogue, strategic analysis and origination ideas

Required profile

• 2-4 years of relevant experience in investment banking, structured finance, M&A or a similar transaction environment
• Strong execution experience on live transactions and ability to manage several workstreams under pressure
• Undergraduate degree from a top-tier university with a strong academic record
• Fluent English (required); additional European languages are an advantage
• Interest in, and ideally prior exposure to, infrastructure in EMEA

Required skills

• Advanced financial modelling with a strong grasp of accounting and corporate finance fundamentals
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Capital IQ, FactSet, Refinitiv, Mergermarket or Infralogic is desirable
• High-quality client-facing materials, attention to detail, analytical, communication and presentation skills

What we offer

• Hybrid working model with flexible hours
• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
• Preferential banking terms, life insurance and wellness programmes
• Childcare support, employee family advisory services and gym membership