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Nordic General Counsel of the Year Award 2024

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Carsted Rosenberg awards Timo Matthias Spitzer, Head of Legal for DACH & Nordics at Santander Bank, the Inaugural Carsted Rosenberg General Counsel of the Year for Nordics 2024 Award



COPENHAGEN, 1 March 2024 – Carsted Rosenberg, a specialist law firm for cross-border banking & finance law with a focus on the Danish-German cross-border finance market, is proud to announce Timo Matthias Spitzer, Head of Legal for Santander Corporate & Investment Banking in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and the Nordic countries, as the recipient of the inaugural Carsted Rosenberg Nordic General Counsel of the Year award for 2024.


The Carsted Rosenberg General Counsel of the Year for Nordics award recognises outstanding legal leadership, strategic vision, and significant contributions to the cross-border business and legal community within the Nordic region. Leading an international team at Banco Santander, comprising legal professionals from diverse backgrounds, Mr. Spitzer exemplifies the qualities of a highly effective general counsel, seamlessly bridging European, Nordic and Latin American markets at Santander Bank.


"We are delighted to present Timo Spitzer with this well-deserved award," said Michael Rosenberg of Carsted Rosenberg. "His leadership qualities and commitment to legal excellence have made a significant impact on Santander Bank and the broader legal landscape in the Nordics. Timo embodies the qualities we sought in our inaugural recipient: exceptional legal experience, innovative thinking, and a dedication to driving business success through sound legal counsel."

Timo Spitzer has been instrumental in navigating complex legal transactions and driving strategic initiatives at Santander Bank in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. He leads a specialist legal team responsible for overseeing the legal aspects of global wholesale corporate transactions, including syndicated lending, export, trade and supply chain finance, and cash management. His leadership has fostered a culture of transactional excellence, ensuring the bank's ongoing success in a dynamic and competitive business environment.


"I am deeply honoured to receive this recognition from Carsted Rosenberg," said Timo Spitzer. "This award is a recognition of the hard work and dedication of the entire legal team at Santander Bank. We are committed to providing exceptional legal support and contributing to the success of our bank"

The Nordic General Counsel of the Year award was established by Carsted Rosenberg to highlight the role of general counsel in driving business success and shaping the legal landscape in the Nordic region. The award recognises individuals who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and a commitment to transactional excellence.


Carsted Rosenberg congratulates Timo Spitzer on this outstanding achievement and wishes him continued success in his role at Santander Bank.


About Carsted Rosenberg:

Carsted Rosenberg is a specialist law firm providing expert legal advice in cross-border banking & finance law, with a particular focus on the Danish cross-border finance market. Committed to delivering exceptional service, Carsted Rosenberg builds long-term partnerships with its clients.



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