Emerging Markets Credit Trading Analyst (Trainee)

Societe Generale SA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Societe Generale SA is seeking a highly analytical Trainee for the Emerging Markets Credit Trading team in London. You will work on developing analytical tools and pricing capabilities, with hands-on exposure to live market dynamics on a fast-paced trading desk.

The role emphasizes quantitative programming skills, data analysis, and collaboration with traders, sales, and operations to identify opportunities and manage risk.

Qualifications

• Degree in a highly quantitative discipline.
• Proficiency in Python and VBA.
• Strong analytical skills with data manipulation ability.

Responsibilities

• Support traders with day-to-day trading activity.
• Analyse market, pricing, and performance data for insights.
• Assist with pricing and analysis of Emerging Markets credit products.
• Develop and enhance tools for valuation, risk management, and trade analysis.
• Use Python and VBA to automate processes and improve reporting.
• Work with large datasets to identify trends and risks.
• Prepare reports on trading performance and market activity.
• Collaborate with sales, operations and other teams.

Skills

Python

VBA

Excel

Mathematics

Data analysis

Financial technology

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Finance, or related field

Tools

SQL

Data visualization tools

Other programming languages

Job description

Societe Generale SA is seeking a highly analytical Trainee for the Emerging Markets Credit Trading team in London. You will work on developing analytical tools and pricing capabilities, with hands-on exposure to live market dynamics on a fast-paced trading desk.

The role emphasizes quantitative programming skills, data analysis, and collaboration with traders, sales, and operations to identify opportunities and manage risk.