Trainee - Cross-Asset Derivative Strategy

Societe Generale Corporate and Investment Banking - SGCIB; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment bank in London is seeking a Trainee in Cross-Asset Derivative Strategy. This role provides hands-on experience in a dynamic financial markets environment, working with experts to develop innovative trading ideas and analytical tools. Candidates should have a strong academic background in relevant fields and a keen interest in derivatives. This position is ideal for self-starters with excellent analytical and communication skills, offering growth opportunities in a collaborative setting.

Benefits

Ongoing learning opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Diverse team experience

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in relevant fields.
• Keen interest in financial markets and derivatives.
• Excellent analytical skills and proficiency in Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain analytical tools and financial models.
• Analyse macroeconomic and market data.
• Collaborate across teams for client-focused solutions.
• Support client interactions and respond to research queries.

Skills

Strong academic background in economics, finance, mathematics, or related fields

A keen interest in financial markets and derivatives

Excellent analytical and quantitative skills

Proficiency in Python programming

Advanced Excel skills

Strong communication skills

Self-starter attitude

Team player

Education

Degree in economics, finance, mathematics or related fields

Job description

Reference 260000F9

Responsibilities

Join Our Team as a Trainee in Cross-Asset Derivative Strategy – London

About The Role

As a Trainee, you will work alongside experienced traders, quantitative analysts, and sales professionals to create and promote innovative trading ideas and hedging solutions across multiple asset classes. You’ll develop analytical tools, build financial models, and analyse market data to help shape unique investment strategies for leading institutional clients.

What You Will Do

• Develop and maintain cutting-edge analytical tools and financial models.
• Analyse macroeconomic and market data to generate actionable trade ideas.
• Collaborate across teams to integrate insights and deliver client-focused solutions.
• Support client interactions by providing timely research and responses.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly through reports and presentations.
• Contribute to team meetings and help capture valuable feedback.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and risk policies.

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Profile required

What We Are Looking For

• Strong academic background in economics, finance, mathematics, or related fields.
• A keen interest in financial markets and derivatives.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proficiency in Python programming and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Self-starter attitude with curiosity and attention to detail.
• Team player with adaptability and client-oriented mindset.

Why Join Us?

• Gain hands‑on experience in a dynamic, global financial markets environment.
• Work with a diverse team of experts passionate about innovation and market strategy.
• Develop your technical and professional skills with ongoing learning opportunities.
• Be part of a leading global bank committed to integrity, responsibility, and client service.

Ready to launch your career in financial markets with a role that challenges and inspires you? Apply now to join Société Générale’s Cross-Asset Derivative Strategy team in London!

Why join us

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.

Diversity and Inclusion

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.