Corporate Equity Solutions Executive Director

BBVA’s Corporate Solutions team is a specialized unit within Global Corporate Sales , created to support the Group’s revenue growth by delivering cross-asset, balance-sheet-efficient solutions to Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) clients. The team serves as a strategic bridge between Global Markets and other CIB businesses, enabling BBVA to originate and execute complex, high-impact client transactions.

This role focuses on the origination, structuring, and execution of strategic equity-linked solutions for US-based corporate clients and financial sponsors , with a strong emphasis on listed equity underlyings and capital-structure-driven transactions . The successful candidate will act as a senior, client-facing originator , embedded within both the Corporate Solutions team and the Corporate Sales platform in the US, and recognized internally and externally as a subject‑matter expert in equity derivatives and equity financing solutions .

The position requires close collaboration with senior Coverage bankers , Global Markets product teams , and Investment Banking & Financing (IB&F) franchises across regions.

Key Responsibilities

Client Coverage & Origination

-Originate, structure, and execute strategic equity-linked transactions for large US corporate and financial sponsor clients.

-Act as a senior advisor to clients, delivering solutions aligned with their strategic, financial, and governance objectives.

-Maintain long‑term, relationship‑driven dialogue with clients, ensuring continuity of coverage and trusted‑partner status.

Transaction Structuring & Execution

-Lead the development and execution of complex equity solutions, including:

• Equity derivatives for hedging, monetization, and risk management of listed equity exposures
• Equity‑backed financing solutions (margin loans, prepaid forwards, collars, exchangeables, etc.)
• Share repurchase strategies and capital‑structure optimization solutions
• Structured financing transactions involving strategic equity stakes or treasury shares

-Ensure transactions are structured efficiently across regulatory, accounting, tax, and balance‑sheet considerations.

Cross‑Franchise Collaboration

-Work closely with Coverage, Global Markets, and IB&F teams to deliver integrated, cross‑product solutions.

-Act as a key connector between Global Markets and Investment Banking to support complex strategic client initiatives.

-Coordinate local and global stakeholders to ensure seamless execution across jurisdictions.

-Exercise strong judgement in risk assessment, transaction prioritization, and internal escalation.

-Ensure all transactions comply with BBVA’s risk framework, governance standards, and strategic priorities.

Qualifications & Experience

Academic & Professional Background

-Strong academic background in Finance, Economics, Engineering , or a related discipline.

-Significant experience at Director / Executive Director level in one or more of the following:

• Strategic Equity Solutions
• Equity Derivatives Sales
• Global Markets Corporate Sales
• Equity Structuring with a strong client‑facing focus

-Proven track record of originating and executing complex equity‑linked transactions with US corporate clients.

Technical Expertise

-Deep expertise in equity derivatives and equity‑based financing solutions .

-Strong understanding of US capital markets , corporate finance, and balance‑sheet optimization.

-Broad cross‑asset knowledge of Global Markets products and their interaction with Investment Banking solutions.

-Ability to design bespoke structures addressing regulatory, accounting, tax, and governance considerations relevant to US issuers.

Leadership & Soft Skills

-Strong client credibility with the ability to engage at CFO, Treasurer, and Board level .

-Demonstrated ability to act as a deal leader in complex, multi‑product transactions.

-Excellent stakeholder‑management skills within a global, matrixed organization .

-Sound judgement and discipline in managing risk, prioritization, and execution under pressure.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

With respect to this position in our New York Office, the expected base salary ranges from $275,000 to $325,000. It is not typical for offers to be made at or near the top of the range. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

*Employment eligibility to work with BBVA in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these position

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