Societe Generale

This entry-level banking law and corporate governance scheme focuses on regulatory compliance and transactional risk management, training legal graduates to draft cross-border financial contracts, research international markets regulation, and advise global sales and trading desks.ResponsibilitiesStart your legal career in a fast-paced, international financial environment.We’re looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Trainee Legal Graduate to join our Global Markets Legal team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting complex financial transactions while working alongside experienced legal professionals in a collaborative, cross-border environment.About the RoleAs a Trainee, you’ll play a key role in supporting lawyers who advise on a wide range of financial products and transactions. From day one, you’ll gain exposure to real legal work, develop your technical expertise, and build a strong foundation for a career in financial services law.You’ll work closely with teams in both London and Paris, contributing to high-profile projects and learning how legal advice supports business decisions in a global organisation.What You’ll Be DoingAssisting with the drafting, reviewing and negotiation of legal documents, including contracts and transaction documentationSupporting lawyers who advise internal teams such as sales, trading and structuringConducting legal and regulatory research on financial markets topicsResponding to day-to-day legal queries from business stakeholdersHelping to maintain and improve standard legal templates and documentationCollaborating with colleagues across different teams and jurisdictionsWhat We’re Looking ForWe’re keen to hear from candidates who are:Educated to degree level in Law, or a non-law degree with postgraduate legal studies (e.g. SQE, LPC, LLM)Interested in developing a career in financial services or banking lawStrong analytical thinkers with excellent research skillsClear communicators, both written and verbalHighly organised, with great attention to detailCollaborative and confident working with a variety of stakeholdersPrevious legal or paralegal experience is beneficial.Why Join Us?Work in an international, collaborative environmentGain hands-on legal experience from day oneBuild a strong foundation for a career in financial services lawLearn from experienced lawyers and industry professionalsExposure to complex, real-world financial transactionsOur ValuesWe’re committed to fostering a workplace built on:Collaboration and teamworkIntegrity and accountabilityInnovation and continuous improvementStrong client and stakeholder focusWhy join usPeople 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 insightIf 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.

Posted 2 days ago

This graduate-level trainee position involves supporting all stages of mergers and acquisitions deal origination and execution within the Financial Institutions Group through financial modeling, valuation, and targeted industry research.ResponsibilitiesJoin an Award-Winning Team in a Dynamic IndustryAre you a university graduate with practical front office M&A experience and a passion for finance? Do you want to deepen your expertise in banking and financial services within a leading global institution? Société Générale’s FIG M&A team invites you to launch your career in a fast-evolving industry landscape.About the Role:As a Trainee in our Financial Institutions Group M&A team, you will build on your front office experience by working hands-on across mergers and acquisitions involving diverse financial subsectors and geographies. You will engage in all stages of deal origination and execution, including industry and company research, advanced quantitative analysis, valuation, financial modelling, and client presentation preparation. This role provides a unique opportunity to broaden your global financial services perspective within a high-performing, supportive team.Profile requiredWhat We Are Looking For:University graduate with practical work experience in front-office M&AStrong interest in and understanding of banks and other financial subsectorsExcellent financial modelling and analytical skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and WordEffective communication skills; articulate, professional, and polished presentation styleHighly motivated, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities under tight deadlinesEntrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to teamworkLanguage skills in DACH and CEE regions are a strong advantageWhy Join Us?Work in a collaborative, driven environment within an award-winning teamGain exposure to a broad spectrum of financial subsectors and international marketsContribute meaningfully to high-profile M&A transactions and client engagementsDevelop your career at a firm recognised for its business success and market leadershipCommitment to Conduct and Integrity:We expect all employees to uphold Société Générale’s internal policies and regulatory requirements, demonstrating integrity, diligence, and professionalism consistent with FCA and PRA Conduct Rules.Ready to advance your career with Société Générale? Apply now and be part of a team shaping the future of financial services.Why join usPeople 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 insightIf 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.

Posted 17 days ago