Responsibilities

Position in the Financial Institutions Iberia Coverage team, responsible of the Spanish and Portuguese banks and insurers and also Spanish public sector. The department is a small, hands-on team of 4 people working closely together. Our role is managing the relationship and business that SG has with Iberian financial institutions. To do this, we work hand-to-hand with all business lines of SG Group, which allows us to have a multi-product approach and a global view of our activity with clients, particularly that of Investment banking and Markets.

Tasks and responsibilities:
• Opportunity to learn from the FIG Coverage team (Senior Banker, Banker and a Senior Analyst) by supporting in the framework of client relationships: assistance in memos preparation, Know Your Customer, pitching, client and sectorial analysis for Spanish clients (banks, insurance, asset managers...)
• Involved in industry and company research, quantitative analysis, company valuation analysis and financial modelling
• Involved in the preparation and pitching of presentations for clients, investors and the broader investment community
• Assistance in the origination and execution of transactions across the Iberian FIG sector
• Internal interaction with the Corporate Finance team in Madrid, London and Paris and other business lines such as DCM, Securitizations, ECM, Markets, etc...)
• The candidate will work in a challenging environment, within a global team with front-office responsibilities vis-à-vis key clients. The candidate will develop an in-depth understanding of the Spanish and Portuguese banking sector, as well as insurance

Due to the VIE eligibility criteria, a questionnaire will be provided. Please make sure to answer all the questions for an efficient analysis of your application.

Profile required

PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

To facilitate the examination of your application by our English-speaking managers, we thank you for applying in English.

Studies & experience:

• Graduate with a Master's degree from a Business/Engineering School or University
• A previous experience in Financial Institutions or Investment Banking would be appreciated

Language skills:

• Intermediate or above in English
• Fluent in Spanish (level B2 minimum)

Technical skills:

• Good communication and presentation skills
• Proficient/Good command of MS Office

The VIE assignment in a nutshell

This VIE in Madrid is to begin as soon as possible, but you need to plan 3 months between your application date and the beginning of your VIE assignment. It will last 12months.

In case a visa is necessary, please make sure your passport is valid up to 6 months after the end of the VIE contract to not delay your departure.

The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France's eligibility criteria, opened to candidates under 28 and from the member states of the European Economic Space. For further information (including your financial indemnities), please see Mon VIE-VIA Business France.

Why join us

As soon as you arrive, you will be integrated into our teams and will learn every day alongside our experts, who will support you in your tasks. Gradually, you will become more independent in your projects, making this experience a real career accelerator. You will also discover all the diversity of our businesses, in a sector that is constantly evolving and innovating.

At the end of your VIE, various opportunities could be offered to you, in France and abroad.

Business insight

At Societe Generale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.
Whether you're joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA.
If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?
You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.