Investment Banking Analyst - Y1 - Asset Backed Securities

An opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team within the Global Banking & Advisory division at Société Generale. As an Asset Backed Securities (ABS) Analyst, you will play an integral role in supporting the structuring, execution, and marketing of securitizations across a wide range of asset classes including auto loans, leases, equipment, consumer loans, and esoteric asset classes such as aviation lease, data centers, and more. You will work closely with senior team members and other internal teams to deliver high-impact financing and capital markets solutions for both corporate and financial institution clients.
 
In addition to the responsibilities typically expected of an Analyst, the successful candidate will be expected to:

• Support execution of primary market ABS transactions
• Assist in preparing marketing materials and investor presentations for securitization transactions
• Assist in preparing rating agency materials and addressing credit rating criteria across multiple asset classes
• Contribute to client pitches and strategic discussions impacting ABS markets and provide relevant insights to current and prospective clients
• Coordinate across internal groups including syndicate, sales & trading, legal, compliance, and risk management to ensure seamless transaction execution
• Participate in investor calls, roadshows, and working group meetings, providing analytical support as needed
• Maintain internal databases and transaction trackers, ensuring accuracy and consistency of deal and market data
• Perform sector and deal-specific research to identify opportunities for new mandates and deepen client relationships
• Meeting timely execution of requests from banking team, clients, and others
• Demonstrating ability to willingly take direction from banking team, immediate supervisors and others and to respond appropriately

DIVISION DESCRIPTION: 
Global Banking and Advisory (GLBA) combines recognized wholesale coverage with world-class product, financing, and advisory expertise within one team, enabling us to best support our clients. On the one hand, our transversal, product-neutral coverage teams span all businesses to promote the bank's products and services to our clients globally, and on the other, we provide world-class capital raising, financing and advisory expertise.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with a foundational understanding of structured finance and securitization principles
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight deadlines
• Strong team orientation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across structuring, syndicate, sales & trading, and legal
• Proactive problem-solving abilities
• Hard-working with a willingness to learn
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong proficiency and technical skill in using Excel and Bloomberg
• SIE, Series 79 & 63 certifications preferred. If not already obtained, must complete within five months of hire

Must Have:

• General/Technical Skills: Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Bloomberg, Finsight, Intex, or other securitization platforms is a plus
• Undergraduate degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Accounting, or a related quantitative field
• Language(s): English

Nice to Have:

• Previous experience or internship in investment banking, structured finance, or financial services with exposure to securitized products

Société Générale’s Asset Backed Securities (ABS) team is a market-leading platform that combines deep structuring expertise with strong distribution capabilities across a wide array of asset classes. Our group plays a critical role in helping clients optimize funding strategies, unlock balance sheet value, and access global capital markets through securitization.

Joining the ABS team at Société Générale offers a unique opportunity to:

• Gain end-to-end deal experience across diverse asset types, including auto loans & leases, equipment finance, consumer receivables, and esoteric assets.
• Work on live transactions and directly support senior deal team members in structuring, marketing, and executing securitizations for top-tier corporates and financial institutions.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales & trading, syndicate, legal, and risk management to deliver bespoke financing solutions.
• Develop a technical foundation in structured products and fixed income capital markets while building strong relationships with clients, investors, and rating agencies.
• Contribute meaningfully to a growing platform that has demonstrated strong momentum in league table positioning and client penetration across the Americas.
• Whether you’re passionate about financial markets, data-driven analysis, or transaction execution, this role offers a fast-paced, collaborative environment with strong career development potential in one of the most dynamic sectors of investment banking.

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

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. For more information about our Culture and Conduct initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/careers/get-know-culture/)

D&I: 
Our Diversity & Inclusion 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 Diversity & Inclusion 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

For more information about our D&I initiatives, please visit this link (https://americas.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-about/diversity-and-inclusion/)

HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols.  Hybrid work arrangements vary based on business area.  The applicable business lines will determine and communicate the work arrangements that best meet their business needs.

COMPENSATION:
Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.