Credit Trading Trainee Distribution & Credit Solutions; DCS

Responsibilities

Kick-start your career in Credit Trading

Are you interested in financial markets, credit investing and investment banking? We are looking for a motivated and analytical Trainee to join our Distribution & Credit Solutions (DCS) team in London. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands‑on experience within a dynamic trading environment, working alongside experienced Credit Traders and interacting with a wide range of teams across the bank.

As part of the team, you will develop a strong understanding of credit markets while supporting trading activities, market analysis, risk monitoring and investment opportunities. This role provides excellent exposure to market participants, financial analysis and the day‑to‑day operation of a credit trading desk.

The Distribution & Credit Solutions (DCS) team works across both Banking and Markets businesses, helping clients access financing solutions and supporting credit‑related investment opportunities. The team collaborates closely with Sales, Origination, Syndication, Risk and Credit Portfolio Management teams to manage credit exposures and identify opportunities in both primary and secondary markets.

• Monitoring market activity, trading performance and risk indicators.
• Supporting daily profit and loss (P&L) and risk reporting processes.
• Performing credit and financial analysis on companies and industries.
• Analysing market developments, economic trends and company news.
• Assisting with pricing analysis and liquidity monitoring across credit markets.
• Working closely with Middle Office, Sales, Risk and Syndication teams to support trading activity.
• Contributing to process improvements and enhancing analytical tools and databases used by the team.

What We're Looking For

Education

• Currently studying towards, or completed, a Master's degree (or equivalent) in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Business or a related discipline.

• Strong interest in financial markets, credit products and investment banking.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work within diverse teams.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Python and SQL would be beneficial.
• Comfortable using data analytics and AI-powered tools.
• Fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Additional European language skills are advantageous.
• Previous internship experience in corporate finance, investment banking or structured finance would be advantageous but is not essential.

First-hand experience on a credit trading desk within a leading international bank. Exposure to financial markets, credit analysis and risk management. Opportunities to work closely with experienced traders and banking professionals. Development of technical, analytical and commercial skills. A collaborative and supportive environment designed to accelerate your learning and professional growth.

At Société Générale, we are committed to fostering an environment built on teamwork, innovation, responsibility, commitment and client focus. We encourage our employees to take ownership, challenge constructively, and contribute to a culture of integrity, continuous improvement and responsible risk management.

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.

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.