Societe Generale is hiring a Trainee: Non-Financial Risk Management

Societe Generale is seeking a Trainee: Non-Financial Risk Management for a 24-month full-time program within the Risk Division (RISQ) covering Asia-Pacific. In this role, you will focus on developing automation solutions, enhancing risk frameworks, and supporting data analytics and climate risk initiatives.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement advanced automation solutions for monitoring enterprise risk and risk appetite across the region, including dashboards, alerts, and escalation processes.
• Assist in strengthening the risk management framework through the use of data and modern technologies to enhance portfolio monitoring.
• Assist with permanent control reporting for management.
• Assist in data analytics for risk identification and monitoring.
• Support the team on climate risk framework development, stress testing, and reporting.
• Support continuous improvement of tactical tools, application systems, and data science projects.
• Propose and implement innovative technical solutions using the latest technologies.
• Conduct studies and other ad-hoc assignments with the support of risk experts.
• Collaborate closely with entity risk officers and regional risk experts to ensure effective risk monitoring solutions are implemented.

What We're Looking For

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or Computer Science.
• Very good programming skills, design, and conceptual thinking.
• Strong knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming theory and practice in C++, Java, or C#.
• Knowledge of Python, git, and GitHub.
• Understanding of RESTful API principles and familiarity with authentication mechanisms.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues in API integrations.
• Demonstrated capacity to work in a team environment focused on collective success.
• Proactive, swift, analytical, rigorous, able to multitask, and work under pressure.
• Displays commitment and demonstrates consideration for others.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Fluent English is mandatory.

Nice to Have

• A Master's degree in a relevant subject like Data Science, FinTech, or similar.
• Knowledge of Data Science or Machine Learning.
• Knowledge of Large Language Models and AI application development (e.g., RAG).
• Knowledge of VBA, web application development (e.g., React.js), and dashboard technology (e.g., Power BI).
• Financial knowledge.

Technical Stack

• C++, Java, C#, Python, git, GitHub, RESTful API, VBA, React.js, Power BI

Team & Environment

You will be part of the Risk Division (RISQ) covering the Asia-Pacific Region and its Entities.

Benefits & Compensation

• Access to a diverse range of training materials covering business, technical skills, leadership, communication, client service, and relationship management.
• Consideration for early conversion to permanent roles for outstanding performance.

Work Mode

This is an on-site role located in Hong Kong.

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 organization, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.