Finance Professional, Asset Rotation | CFO | London | Internal Mobility

Country: United Kingdom

IT STARTS HERE

Santander UK is evolving from a global, high-impact brand into a technology-driven organisation, 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.

CFO supports the organisation through financial leadership, treasury management, balance sheet strategy and strong risk management discipline.

THE DIFFERENCE YOU MAKE

CFO / Treasury Markets is looking for a Treasury, Front Office professional based in London, to join the Asset Rotation team. You will support the delivery of asset rotation transactions across Synthetic Risk Transfers (SRTs) and asset sales, working across the transaction lifecycle from trade preparation and analysis through to execution and post-transaction activity. You will work closely with colleagues across Treasury and the wider organisation to support transactions that contribute to the management and optimisation of the Group's balance sheet, capital and risk.

Technology and data are central to how the team is evolving. Alongside transaction delivery, you will support the transformation of the Asset Rotation operating model, using coding, data and automation to improve transaction analysis, execution processes, controls and management information. This is a Front Office Treasury role, combining transaction execution, financial and portfolio analysis, markets knowledge and technology.

We're shaping the way we work through innovation, cutting-edge technology, collaboration and the freedom to explore new ideas. To succeed in this role, you will be responsible for:

• Support the preparation and execution of asset rotation transactions, including Synthetic Risk Transfers and asset sales, from initial transaction preparation through execution and post-transaction activity.
• Undertake portfolio and transaction analysis to support asset selection, transaction structuring, pricing, execution and assessment of transaction economics.
• Support the preparation, validation and analysis of portfolio data required for transaction execution, due diligence, investor engagement and internal decision-making.
• Monitor relevant market developments, transaction activity, pricing and investor appetite, providing analysis to support transaction strategy and execution.
• Produce high-quality analysis and materials to support transaction decisions, governance forums and senior management reporting.
• Work closely with colleagues across Treasury, Risk, Finance, Legal, Capital Management, business areas and Operations to support the effective delivery of transactions.
• Support engagement with banks, investors and other external market participants as part of transaction preparation, marketing and execution.
• Develop and maintain analytical tools and processes using SaaS, Python and other relevant coding and data technologies to support portfolio analysis, transaction preparation, execution and monitoring.
• Ensure transaction activity is delivered in accordance with relevant governance, risk, control and regulatory requirements.
• As required, support wider Treasury & Markets activity through portfolio analysis, transaction support, governance materials and stakeholder coordination.

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 organisation. 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
• Experience in Treasury, markets, structured finance, securitisation, balance sheet management or a related financial markets environment. (Required)
• Experience supporting financial transactions, including transaction preparation, financial or portfolio analysis, execution and post-transaction processes. (Required)
• Good understanding of financial markets, credit risk, capital and balance sheet management. (Required)
• Experience analysing financial and portfolio data to support transaction, risk or balance sheet decisions. (Required)
• Experience using coding and data analysis to solve financial or business problems, automate processes or develop analytical tools. (Required)
• Experience working with stakeholders across Front Office, Treasury, Finance, Risk, Legal, Operations or external market counterparties. (Required)
• Experience in transaction execution.
• Experience producing high-quality analysis, reporting and governance materials within a controlled financial environment. (Required)
• Education
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in finance, economics, mathematics, engineering, computer science, data science, risk, treasury, markets or a related discipline. (Preferred)
• Relevant professional qualification, regulatory certification or treasury, markets, risk, accounting, quantitative or securities-related credential. (Preferred)
• Ongoing compliance with any required role-specific regulatory assessment, certification, conduct or training requirements. (Required)
• Languages
• No additional language requirement has been identified for this role.
• Hard Skills
• Good understanding of financial markets.
• Strong analytical capability, including the ability to analyse large financial and portfolio datasets and translate the results into transaction-relevant conclusions. (Required)
• Coding capability, particularly SaaS and Python, with the ability to develop and maintain analytical tools, automate processes and work effectively with financial and portfolio data. (Required)
• Good understanding of financial modelling, transaction economics and the application of quantitative analysis to financial decision-making. (Required)
• Understanding of transaction execution processes, governance and controls within a Front Office or financial markets environment. (Required)
• Experience with data visualisation, workflow automation, databases, SQL or other relevant analytical technologies. (Preferred)
• Soft Skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex transaction, portfolio and quantitative analysis into clear, concise conclusions. (Required)
• Strong planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deliverables in a time-sensitive transaction environment. (Required)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and a disciplined approach to risk, governance and control. (Required)
• Ability to combine commercial and financial thinking with a technology and automation mindset, identifying opportunities to improve how work is performed. (Required)
• Ability to work effectively across Treasury, Risk, Finance, Legal, Operations, business areas and with external market participants. (Required)
• Ability to take ownership of assigned deliverables, exercise sound judgement and escalate issues appropriately. (Required)
• Intellectual curiosity and willingness to develop knowledge across markets, transactions, regulation, data and technology. (Required)
• Collaborative approach, with the ability to share knowledge and contribute effectively within a multidisciplinary team. (Required)

WE VALUE YOUR IMPACT

At Santander, your contribution matters. We recognise the difference you make every day, and we make sure you feel valued, supported and rewarded in return. Here, recognition goes beyond pay. It’s about the pride you feel in your work, the impact you have on customers and communities, and the opportunities you have to grow and thrive — personally and professionally.

Competitive rewards that reflect the real impact you make and the value you bring. Wellbeing that goes beyond work — we work with a range of wellbeing partners across our 4 pillars of wellbeing (physical, mental, social and financial) to give you access to a suite of apps, discounted gym and fitness access, weekly online classes, flexible healthcare and mental health support. Support for every life stage — from menopause and pregnancy to parenthood and beyond, with enhanced family leave, childcare options and tailored wellbeing support. Time to give back through volunteering opportunities that let you make a difference in the communities we serve. Global growth opportunities to shape your career, learn new skills and explore what’s possible across our international network.

Ready to be recognised? It starts with you.

LOCAL COMPLIANCE

At Santander, we’re proud to be an inclusive organisation that provides equal opportunities for everyone — regardless of age, gender, disability, civil status, race, religion or sexual orientation. We’re committed to creating a recruitment experience that’s accessible, fair and welcoming for all candidates. We want our people to thrive — at work and at home — while delivering the best outcomes for our customers and supporting each other to grow. To make this possible, our roles are site-based with a hybrid working pattern, where colleagues are expected to attend the office at least 12 days per month (pro-rata for part-time roles). When applying, please consider the travel distance, time and cost to your chosen office location(s). We welcome applications on the understanding that, should you be offered this role, there may be no relocation package available. Santander will pay the employer mandatory government fees that are required to pay in connection with visa sponsorship. You may be liable for your own personal employee immigration and relocation costs.

WHAT TO DO NEXT

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply. For further Guidance please visit Internal Mobility - Candidate Guidance. If you want to know more about the opportunity: Please contact jasmine.panesar@santander.co.uk