Trainee - Battery Mining & Industries
Responsibilities
Join Société Générale’s Battery Mining & Industries Team as a Trainee – Drive the Energy Transition
Are you passionate about finance and eager to contribute to the global energy transition? Do you want to work at the forefront of financing critical minerals and sustainable industrial projects? Société Générale’s Battery Mining & Industries (BMI) team is looking for a motivated Trainee to join our London office and help shape the future of clean energy.
About Us
The BMI team provides tailored financing solutions for large-scale international projects across the entire value chain of critical minerals—lithium, nickel, cobalt, copper, and more. These minerals power electric vehicles, wind turbines, and solar panels, making a real impact on decarbonising industries worldwide.
As part of a global network spanning London, Paris, New York, Toronto, Sydney, and Hong Kong, our team works closely with clients and colleagues to deliver innovative financing structures that support sustainable growth and the energy transition.
What You’ll Do
Build and analyse financial models to support major financing deals.
Assist in structuring financing proposals and preparing credit submissions.
Support client relationship development and business growth initiatives.
Monitor market trends in commodities, mining, and green technologies.
Collaborate with diverse teams across regions and business lines.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
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What We’re Looking For
A strong interest or background in finance and natural resources.
Analytical mindset with excellent communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in multicultural teams.
Enthusiasm to learn about project finance, commodity markets, and ESG.
Commitment to acting responsibly and ethically in all activities.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a market-leading team driving sustainable industrial investments.
Gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and global environment.
Develop your skills alongside experts passionate about the energy transition.
Work in a culture that values teamwork, innovation, and client focus.
Ready to launch your career and make a real impact? Apply now to join Société Générale’s Battery Mining & Industries team and contribute to financing a greener future.
Why join us
People join for the impact they can have on us. They stay for the impact we have on them. A flatter structure offers visibility and exposure beyond that of our competitors, so you know our names, and we know yours. It's personable, human, and inspires success through passion. By encouraging open mindedness and a willingness to share ideas, we have adapted to market changes and thrived through innovation. Bringing words like “hard work” and “dedication” together with “community” and “respect” has enabled us to work collaboratively and build our future together. We call this Team Spirit and it's what makes us different. It's what makes you different.
Business insight
If you feel you have the required experience and qualifications, then please apply to the SG Resourcing Team, and we will manage your application. At Société Générale, we believe our people are our strength and are core to the success of our business. As such, we search for, recruit and appoint the best available person on the basis of aptitude and ability, regardless of sex, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, pregnancy, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion, belief or gender identity.