Intern Junior Sales GTB; Global Transaction Banking

Responsibilities

Societe Generale Global Transaction Banking (GTB) includes payment and cash management, cash clearing services, trade services, factoring and foreign exchange services associated to these activities.

GTB integrates all the expertise and services required to facilitate the daily transactional activities of major economic and financial actors both in a domestic and international scope.

The responsiveness and dynamism of our teams, their accurate knowledge of market trends and regulations, the strength of our networks and our diverse range of products allow us to optimize the daily management of the cash flow, the commercial and financial transactions for our corporate clients.

• Duration
  : 18 months
• Location
  :
  Zurich, Switzerland

Objectives of internship

• Support GTB sales origination and client engagement across Corporates, NBFIs, and Commodity clients, including active participation in client meetings and calls
• Prepare and contribute to commercial proposals, pricing, and tailored cash management, trade finance, and liquidity and working capital solutions
• Assist in credit analysis and internal approval processes (financial analysis, credit memos, risk opinions)
• Ensure efficient execution through cross-functional collaboration (Legal, Compliance, Credit, Operations), supporting onboarding/KYC and monitoring client activity and profitability

As GTB Junior Sales
, you will support the Swiss Sales team in Marketing and Sales Activities with Corporates and Non-Bank Financial Institutions. You will report to the Head of GTB Specialist and Junior Sales.

Products and services to be marketed will include, amongst others:

• Domestic and international means of payment
• Foreign Exchange (when related to cross-border payments)
• Electronic Banking products as well as associated services
• Liquidity Management solutions
• Trade finance services
• Working Capital Solutions

The role requires a strong client service orientation, interest for commercial steering and understanding of risk processes. A good analytical and communication skills as well as professional integrity at all times are requires.

You shall be an effective team player and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Support sales team in the origination and development of Global Transaction Banking (GTB) business with Non-Bank Financial Institutions, Corporate and Commodity clients
• Contribute to the credit applications and risk opinions for internal approval committees, including detailed analysis and recommendations
• Assist in identifying client needs across cash management, trade finance, and working capital solutions
• Prepare client pitches, proposals, and pricing grids in coordination with Sales and product teams
• Follow up on commercial opportunities and contribute to pipeline management and reporting
• Coordinate internally with Legal, Compliance, Operations, and Credit teams to ensure smooth deal execution and onboarding
• Support KYC and account opening processes in collaboration with onboarding teams
• Monitor client activity, revenues (NBI), and profitability to support business development initiatives
• Participate in client meetings and preparation of meeting materials and minutes
• Ensure high quality of client service and timely response to requests

Studies & experience:

• Graduate with a master’s degree
• Ideal past experience in Banking, Cash Management, Trade Finance, Working Capital

Language skills:

• English – C1
• French or German would be considered a plus

Technical, operational &

Soft skills:

• Highly proficient with Microsoft (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and superior analytical and quantitative skills
• Experience or interest in commercial banking / Cash Management, Trade Finance working
• Pro‑active team player
• Time management, organizational and planning skills with proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• Excellent communication, presentation and writing skills for pitching, other languages could be useful for this position
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders
• Comfortable and confident to speak / present to clients and SG senior management

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.