TRAINEE: Internal and Digital Communication

Are you creative and passionate about communications? Join our diverse and dynamic Communications team in Hong Kong.

As an Internal and Digital Communication Trainee, you will:

·       Assist in the creation, editing, and publishing of content on the corporate website, intranet platforms, and other internal communication channels, including articles, email broadcasts, appointment announcements, newsletters, event invitations, digital signage, and more.

·       Create and design digital assets—including graphics, banners, and videos—for internal communications such as the intranet and internal newsletters, as well as for external channels including social media and the corporate website.

·       Support and participate in organising staff engagement initiatives, including internal events.

·       Execute communication campaigns on assigned topics and projects, with a focus on Diversity and Inclusion and HR-related topics.

·       Provide assistance on other communications projects as needed.

·       Manage the team’s expense tracking and reporting.

Our Expectation:

·       Learn to use various applications and digital tools, such as CMS, social media, graphic and video editing tools, internal communication system, and expense management tool.

·       Understand and ensure that all the communication materials adhere to brand guidelines and internal policies.

·       Assist in publishing and updating website and intranet content accurately and in a timely manner.

·       Proactively identify and suggest content improvements or new content ideas.

·       Ensure compliance with brand guidelines and internal policies.

·       Manage end-to-end content updates independently.

What We Offer

Your life doesn’t revolve around your job. So, find the job that revolves around your life.

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.

·       Hold a relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline.

·       Demonstrate strong writing and content development skills.

·       Be creative, detail-oriented, and committed to accuracy.

·       Be flexible and enjoy working in a multicultural environment.

·       Show a willingness to learn and grow within Communications and the financial industry.

·       Be proficient with digital tools or a fast learner eager to master them.

·       Fluency in English is mandatory.

Behavioral Skills

·       Responsibility - Performance: I strive for high performance

·       Team Spirit - Open mindset: I listen and share my views and my expertise in an open mode

·       Innovation - Thinking out of the box/Creativity: I propose new ideas and solutions

·       Team Spirit - Synergies: I make cooperation with colleagues in and outside my team a priority

·       Commitment - Exemplarity: I embody the Group’s values

·       Commitment - Sustainability: I strive to develop my skills and knowledge

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/

We are an equal opportunities employer and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and promoting all talents, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.

We are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates.  If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of a disability, impairment or health condition, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Department Description

The Communication department of Societe Generale in Asia Pacific is responsible for defining and implementing the communication strategy that supports the Bank’s identity, strategy, and objectives across the region. This includes alignment with the wholesale banking business roadmap, primarily within Corporate & Investment Banking (Global Markets, Global Banking & Advisory, Global Transaction Banking), and adherence to the guidelines set by the Group’s Communication division.

The department is composed of teams based in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, and Singapore (covering Southeast Asia). It is structured around communication leads who support key focus areas such as Corporate Identity & Commitments, Business Strategy & Expertise, Data & Innovation, and Employer Brand. The department also brings together expertise across all channels of the marketing and communication mix, spanning owned, earned, and paid media.

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