Investment Banking Vice President, Energy - New York

Investment Banking Vice President, Energy

Country: United States of America

Overview

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead transactions including mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings, other equity capital markets activity, high‑yield debt issuance, and other debt issuance in the Energy services sector.
• Analyze detailed corporate and financial information and conduct detailed due diligence.
• Perform financial modeling and analysis related to the valuation of companies including discounted cash flow, transaction comparables, public market comparables, leveraged buyout analysis, and public market overviews.
• Create pitch books and ideas to present to the clients on potential acquisitions, divestitures, and capital structure alternatives.
• Train analysts and associates.
• Lead day‑to‑day client dialogue, idea generation, and transaction execution.
• Build relationships with key decision‑makers at companies in the Energy industry globally.
• Prospect new clients and develop client outreach skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Master’s degree or MBA (Preferred).

Work Experience

• Experience in Energy Investment Banking (6+ years with Bachelor's degree, 3+ years with MBA).

Skills and Abilities

• Prior work experience in an Investment Banking front office role, ideally in Energy Investment Banking.
• Experience in training junior bankers.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Very strong quantitative and analytical skills (including Excel modelling and valuation work).
• Ability to work well under pressure and to tight deadlines, and have the aptitude to synthesize large amounts of information and to develop innovative solutions.
• Ability to manage projects independently and assume a high level of responsibility.
• Ability to interact with clients.
• Ability to assess and mitigate reputational, operational and credit risk.
• Experience with sell‑side and buy‑side merger and acquisition processes and equity and debt capital raises.

EEO Statement

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Base Pay Range

Minimum: $206,250.00 USD
Maximum: $275,000.00 USD

What Else You Need To Know

Your contribution matters and it’s recognized. You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers. Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well‑being, now and into the future.

Risk Culture

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

Next Steps

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at [email protected] to discuss your needs.