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EARLY CAREERS IN THE FUTURE OF BANKING
EMPOWERING THOSE WHO WANT TO MOVE THE WORLD FORWARD
That’s how we’re creating brighter futures at Societe Generale. And no one has a bigger role to play in shaping a sustainable, equitable and prosperous world of tomorrow than the next generation of banking talent.
Ready to get your Early Career off to a uniquely positive start? Find out how you can join us at the cutting-edge of positive impact finance.
UK
Trainees
Trainees
WHAT IS IT? Contracts of 11-22 months long available throughout the year.
WHO IS IT FOR? Graduates or postgraduates in any relevant subject.
WHAT DOES IT
OFFER? Intensive exposure to a specific business area ranging from Legal, Risk or Compliance to Digital Transformation.
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Summer
Internships
Internships
WHAT IS IT? A structured eightweek training and work experience programme.
WHO IS IT FOR? Penultimate-year undergraduates on track to gain a 2:1 (or equivalent).
WHAT DOES IT
OFFER? Workshops, training and networking plus real-world experience in our Global Markets or Global Banking.
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GRADUATE
PROGRAMME
PROGRAMME
WHAT IS IT? A two-year rotational programme that builds on your Summer Internship.
WHO IS IT FOR? Summer Interns who’ve been offered a place and successfully graduated.
WHAT DOES IT
OFFER? A full-time role as a Graduate Analyst combined with enhanced training and development throughout.
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APPRENTICESHIPS
WHAT IS IT? A 22-month Apprenticeship programme that provides a fully-funded professional qualification and real experience from day one.
WHO IS IT FOR? School leaves or graduates.
WHAT DOES IT
OFFER? As well as a fully-funded professional qualification, you'll get endless opportunities for learning from day one.
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THE YOUNG INFLUENCERS PROGRAMME: INVESTING IN TOMORROW’S BRIGHTEST
Find out how we’re improving employment opportunities for underrepresented groups in the Financial Services industry.
Impact. Make yours a positive one.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Reasonable Adjustment
We’re committed to creating a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process for everyone.
If there is anything we can do to optimise your experience or make any adjustments to better showcase your skillset during your recruitment journey with us, please get in touch at LON-HR-earlycareers@sgcib.com.
We’re committed to creating a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process for everyone.
If there is anything we can do to optimise your experience or make any adjustments to better showcase your skillset during your recruitment journey with us, please get in touch at LON-HR-earlycareers@sgcib.com.
1.
Application Form
a. Complete the online application form.
b. Upload a CV and cover letter.
b. Upload a CV and cover letter.
2.
Online Assessments
a. Situational judgement (untimed) – an assessment that asks you to respond to work-based scenarios via an instant messaging simulation.
b. Work-related behaviour (untimed) – a questionnaire that helps us understand your working style.
c. Multitasking (timed) – a test that measures your ability to multitask by asking you to complete three tasks simultaneously.
b. Work-related behaviour (untimed) – a questionnaire that helps us understand your working style.
c. Multitasking (timed) – a test that measures your ability to multitask by asking you to complete three tasks simultaneously.
3.
One-way Video Interview
You’ll need to complete a one-way video interview. We recommend that you find a quiet environment and give yourself around 30 minutes in one sitting to complete this stage.
4.
Engagement Day and Group Assessment (selected roles only)
You’ll be invited to a virtual engagement day to learn more about us and participate in a group exercise which will be assessed in line with our values and the role’s relevant competencies.
https://www.societegenerale.com/en/societe-generale-group/identity/values
5.
Final Interview
The final interview will be a strengths-based interview. An opportunity for you to highlight your abilities, interests, and future potential.
HERE'S HOW
There are many great reasons to start your Early Career with Societe Generale UK. Here are six that together add up to a big impact.
- Innovation: power sustainable innovation across everything from new green tech and the energy transition to sustainable cities and social enterprises.
- Meaning: feel the impact of the actions we take and decisions we make.
- Pride: we connect and support every community, while our focus on volunteering and fundraising will help you to support the causes that matter to you.
- Accountability: expect stretching responsibility from day one so you can develop fast.
- Collaboration: based at our state-of-the-art One Bank Street headquarters, you’ll have freedom to flex your work-life balance.
- Training: focused learning, structured training, expert coaching and on the job experience – preparing you for future opportunities across our international business.