Trade Finance & Client Services Trainee (fixed term - 24 months)

Launch Your Career in International Banking

Are you looking to start your career in banking, finance, or international business?

Join Societe Generale's Trade Finance team and gain hands-on experience within a global banking group that supports businesses trading across the world. This is an exciting opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, develop valuable commercial and operational skills, and build a strong foundation for a long-term career in financial services.

No prior trade finance experience is required – we'll provide training, mentoring and support to help you succeed.

What You'll Do

As a Trade Finance Trainee, you'll work closely with teams across the bank to support corporate clients and help facilitate international trade transactions.

You'll:

• Support clients with day-to-day enquiries and requests.
• Help monitor and process trade finance transactions.
• Work with colleagues across operations, risk, compliance and relationship management teams.
• Assist with reporting, research and administrative activities.
• Learn about trade finance products such as guarantees and letters of credit.
• Develop an understanding of banking regulations, risk management and customer service.

What We're Looking For

We're interested in motivated individuals who are curious, proactive and eager to learn.

You'll ideally have:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Business, International Business or a related subject.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence working with Microsoft Office applications.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Previous internship, placement or work experience is welcome but not essential.

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to a leading international banking group.
• Structured training and development opportunities.
• Mentoring from experienced banking professionals.
• Insight into international trade and global financial markets.
• Experience working in a collaborative and multicultural environment.
• A strong platform for future career opportunities within banking and financial services.

Why Join Societe Generale?

At Societe Generale, we believe that diverse perspectives create better outcomes. We are committed to helping our employees learn, grow and reach their full potential while making a meaningful impact for our clients and communities.

If you're ready to take your first step into the world of international banking, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

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.