Trainee - Debt Capital Markets - United Kingdom

Overview

Kick‑start your career in international debt markets. We are looking for a highly motivated Trainee to join our Debt Capital Markets (DCM) team, covering Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa (CEEMEA).

Gain hands‑on experience across the full lifecycle of capital markets transactions—working at the heart of a fast‑paced, international environment. Our team combines both origination and execution, giving you exposure to every stage of a deal—from client engagement through to transaction delivery.

• Help prepare client presentations, proposals and pitch materials
• Support the execution of bond issuances and financing transactions
• Conduct market research and credit analysis on clients and new deals
• Produce regular market updates and insights for internal and external use
• Collaborate with product specialists and investment banking teams
• Assist with client onboarding and regulatory processes (KYC)
• Gain exposure to a wide range of clients including corporates, financial institutions, and public sector entities

• Strong interest in financial markets and debt capital markets
• Solid understanding of fixed income / corporate finance fundamentals
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills
• Strong communication and presentation abilities
• High level of organisation and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint and Word
• Proactive, team‑oriented mindset with a strong work ethic

• End‑to‑end exposure to international capital markets transactions
• Opportunity to work across multiple geographies and sectors
• Hands‑on experience with live deals and client interactions
• A steep learning curve in a collaborative, high‑performing team
• Insight into adjacent areas such as structuring, rating advisory, and liability management

• Teamwork – collaborating to deliver the best outcomes
• Innovation – developing creative solutions for clients
• Responsibility – acting with integrity and professionalism
• Client focus – building lasting relationships and trust

At Société Générale, we believe our people are our strength and are core to the success of our business. 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.