Trainee - Communications - Others - London, United Kingdom

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in the UK is seeking a Trainee to join their Communications team. This role offers hands-on experience in managing internal and external events, media relations, and internal communications. Ideal candidates should have excellent writing skills, strong organizational abilities, and a genuine interest in a communication career within the financial sector. This position is an excellent opportunity to develop vital skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Valuable experience in a dynamic team

Diverse projects showcasing company values

Skill development in event management

Qualifications

• Strong interest in a communication career within financial services.
• Previous events management experience is advantageous.
• Proactive, service-driven team player with strong planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Support planning and execution of events including budget management.
• Assist CSR Managers with community and charity events.
• Manage ticketing for events like the Royal Albert Hall.

Skills

Excellent writing and editorial skills

Strong organisational abilities

Relationship building

Understanding of communication principles

Experience in events management

Tools

Content Management Systems (CMS)

Job description

About Us

At Société Générale UK, our Communications team plays a vital role in shaping and promoting our brand, culture, and values across the UK. We support key business areas including Financing & Advisory, Global Markets, Investment Services, and Cash Equities, through strategic communication activities grounded in corporate engagement, media relations, and corporate social responsibility.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a motivated and proactive Trainee to join our dynamic UK Communication team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in Communications within a leading financial institution. You will work closely with experienced professionals to deliver impactful communication initiatives that promote Société Générale’s brand internally and externally.

What You’ll Do

• Support the planning and execution of internal and external events, including budget management, supplier liaison, on‑site coordination, and post‑event analysis
• Assist our CSR Managers in delivering community and charity‑related events, including volunteer coordination
• Manage ticketing responsibilities for prestigious partnerships such as the Royal Albert Hall and Twickenham rugby events
• Help organise media events like press parties, roundtables, and briefings
• Support media relations activities including distribution of research, proofreading communications materials, and maintaining media databases
• Contribute to internal communications by preparing content for newsletters, intranet, website, and social media channels
• Collaborate with corporate functions (HR, Compliance, Facilities) to support staff engagement campaigns and internal messaging

What We’re Looking For

• Strong interest in developing a career in communications within the financial services sector
• Excellent writing and editorial skills with high attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time‑management abilities, capable of juggling multiple projects
• Confident relationship builder and negotiator
• Good understanding of communication principles and digital media tools; experience with Content Management Systems (CMS) is a plus
• Previous events management experience is advantageous
• A proactive, service‑driven team player with a forward‑thinking mindset and strong planning skills

Why Join Us?

• Gain valuable experience in a small, busy, and supportive communications team
• Work on diverse projects that showcase Société Générale’s brand and values
• Develop skills in event management, media relations, and internal communications
• Be part of a global financial institution committed to integrity, innovation, and client orientation

Ready to launch your communications career with Société Générale UK? Apply now to join our team and make an impact through strategic communications and events!

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.

Business insight

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.