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The Trainee role is a full-time 24-month contract with Societe Generale where you will have access to a diverse range of training materials to help you succeed, covering various aspects of businesses, including but not limited to technical skills, leadership development, communication skills, client service and relationship management. To be eligible, please ensure you have completed your qualification and will be available to work full time for the duration of Trainee contract.

• Support and work closely with Coverage Banking Relationship Managers (RMs) in Hong Kong
• Support RMs on client pitch books, Account planning, preparation for client meetings, research on special projects
• Perform account opening/closing, new client on-boarding (including KYC) & loan pricing/profitability simulations
• Assist and manage clients ongoing activities and enquiries on accounts and transactions
• Conduct researches/analysis and prepare documentations and reports (such as company profile, briefing notes, presentations and etc.)
• Coordinate with other departments of the Bank to ensure seamless delivery to client requirements
• Perform basic financial spreading for credit rating purposesCandidates with outstanding performance will be considered for early conversion to permanent roles. 

• Degree in Banking, Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple assignments from different team members concurrently while prioritizing the duties assigned
• A team player that is self-driven, responsive, positive attitude, resourceful and able to work independently
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail

Behavioral Skills

• Client - Understanding and Respect: I listen to clients and colleagues in order to understand and anticipate their needs 
• Team Spirit - Synergies: I make cooperation with colleagues in and outside my team a priority
• Innovation - Thinking out of the box/Creativity: I propose new ideas and solutions
• Responsibility - Performance: I strive for high performance
• Responsibility - Risk awareness: I am constantly on the lookout for risks 
• Commitment - Sustainability: I strive to develop my skills and knowledge
   

This is a fixed term 24-month Trainee contract with Societe Generale. In order to apply for the Trainee position please ensure you have completed your qualification. We may consider flexible working arrangements on an individual basis, taking into account personal circumstances such as concurrent academic programmes, and personal requirements.

Our Culture: 

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. Please visit our APAC career website: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/building-your-career-with/ for more information.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I):

Our mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

Our vision:

• Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
• Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents 
• Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients

Check out our DE&I initiatives: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion-dei/

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates.  If you require any reasonable accommodations of assistance during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our HR staff know.

Department Description

A Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Coverage role focuses on managing and growing relationships with banks, insurers, asset managers, and other financial institutions by serving as the primary point of contact for the client. The role involves developing a deep understanding of clients business models, strategic priorities, and risk profiles, and coordinating internal product partners to deliver integrated financing, risk management, and advisory solutions. FIG coverage professionals are responsible for originating business opportunities, structuring tailored solutions across lending, capital markets, and transaction banking, and ensuring strong credit discipline and ongoing portfolio management, while acting as a trusted advisor to senior client management.

Diversity and Inclusion