CTL CA Articleship

Societe Generale Global Solution Centre; Chennai District; On-site; INR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Societe Generale Global Solution Centre is looking for an Industrial Trainee in Control Assurance to support operational risk management and internal controls. The role involves control testing, compliance monitoring, and risk identification in a global banking context.

The ideal candidate is pursuing CA and has a strong academic record alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers opportunities for learning about banking regulations, governance practices, and data analytics.

Successful candidates may secure full-time positions in Control Assurance or related fields after the training program.

Qualifications

• Strong academic record in banking, finance, or risk management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing control testing and assurance reviews across processes.
• Collect, validate, and analyze data for control assurance activities.
• Identify control gaps and support issue management activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing CA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description – Industrial Trainee (Control Assurance)

Reference 26000FJR

Function: Controls (CTL)

Location: SGGSC, Bangalore

Duration: Industrial Training Program (1 year Articleship)

About The Role

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Industrial Trainee to join the Control Assurance function within our Banking Global Delivery Center (GDC). The trainee will support the team in evaluating the effectiveness of operational controls, monitoring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements, and assisting in risk identification and mitigation activities across banking operations.

This role offers hands-on exposure to operational risk management, internal controls, governance processes, and assurance activities in a global banking environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing control testing and assurance reviews across various banking processes.
• Support the assessment of key risks and controls to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Collect, validate, and analyze data required for control assurance activities.
• Prepare working papers, testing documentation, and evidence repositories.
• Identify control gaps, process weaknesses, and potential risk areas, and support remediation tracking.
• Assist in the preparation of management reports, dashboards, and risk metrics.
• Participate in thematic reviews, process walkthroughs, and control self-assessment activities.
• Support issue management activities, including monitoring action plans and closure validation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Operations, Risk, Compliance, Audit, and Technology teams.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at strengthening the control environment.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to banking regulations, information security, and data privacy requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Pursuing CA
• Strong academic record and understanding of banking, finance, or risk management concepts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with attention to detail and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Preferred Skills

• Basic understanding of operational risk, internal controls, compliance, or audit practices.
• Knowledge of banking products, operations, and regulatory environment.
• Familiarity with data analysis and reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau) is an advantage.
• Understanding of risk and control frameworks, including Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA), control testing, and issue management.
• Ability to work in a global and multicultural environment.

Learning Opportunities

• Banking risk and control frameworks.
• Control testing and assurance methodologies.
• Regulatory and compliance requirements in the banking sector.
• Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) practices.
• Stakeholder management and professional reporting.
• Data analytics and risk reporting techniques.

Competencies

• Integrity and professionalism
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Analytical mindset
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Accountability and ownership
• Continuous learning orientation

Reporting To

Control Assurance Manager / Vice President – Control Assurance

Career Path

Successful trainees may be considered for full-time opportunities in Control Assurance, Operational Risk, Internal Controls, Risk Management, or Compliance functions.

Why join us

We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.