Societe Generale Corporate and Investment Banking - SGCIB
Trainee - Maritime Industries

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Kick-start your career in global maritime finance
Are you looking to build a career in finance while gaining exposure to one of the most dynamic and global industries—shipping and maritime infrastructure?
We’re looking for a motivated and analytical Trainee to join our Maritime Industries team in London, where you’ll gain hands-on experience supporting high-value international transactions and working with industry-leading professionals.
This is a unique opportunity to develop financial and commercial expertise within a specialised sector that plays a critical role in global trade—and is at the forefront of the transition to more sustainable infrastructure.
About The Team
You’ll be joining a collaborative, international team focused on delivering financing and advisory services to clients across the maritime sector.
Our work includes:
- Financing vessels and offshore infrastructure
- Advising on complex debt transactions
- Supporting strategic initiatives such as decarbonisation and sustainable shipping
You’ll gain exposure to a truly global business.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Trainee, you’ll be involved in a wide range of activities across the transaction lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting live transactions
- Assisting with structuring and execution of financing deals
- Preparing materials for internal approvals and client discussions
- Supporting documentation review and deal closing processes
Financial analysis & modelling
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- Building and reviewing financial models
- Analysing company financials and transaction performance
- Assessing profitability and key risks
Research & market insights
- Conducting industry, client, and market research
- Preparing regular updates on market trends and funding conditions
Client & stakeholder support
- Creating presentations and marketing materials
- Supporting client meetings and pitches
- Working closely with internal teams across functions
Portfolio monitoring
- Tracking performance of existing transactions
- Supporting reviews and reporting requirements
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What we’re looking for
We’re interested in candidates who are curious, driven, and eager to learn in a fast-paced environment.
You’ll need:
- A degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related subject
- Strong analytical and numerical skills
- A genuine interest in finance and global markets
- Exposure to corporate finance, banking, or infrastructure sectors
- Interest in maritime, energy, or sustainability topics
Key Skills
- Strong Excel and analytical skills
- Clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Attention to detail and high-quality standards
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- A collaborative mindset and proactive approach
Why join us?
- Hands-on experience from day one on real transactions
- Global exposure across international teams and clients
- Structured learning in financial modelling and deal execution
- Career development opportunities within a leading financial institution
- Be part of a team supporting the future of sustainable shipping


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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.
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If 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.
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