ResponsibilitiesWhat We OfferYour life doesn’t revolve around your job. So, find the job that revolves around your life.The Trainee role is a full time 24-month contract with Societe Generale where you will have access to a diverse range of training materials to help you succeed, covering various aspects of businesses, including but not limited to technical skills, leadership development, communication skills, client service and relationship management. To be eligible, please ensure you have completed your qualification and will be available to work full time for the duration of Trainee contract.ResponsibilitiesPerform the processing, reconciliation, and booking of all corporate action events accurately and within the specified timelineManage and update corporate action information in internal systems, ensuring its accurate reflection in related booking systems.Ensure the quality and completeness of recorded data, implementing controls to maintain data integrity.Review and interpret announcements related to corporate actions from various data sources, providing guidance to the team.Maintain a comprehensive understanding of market specifications on corporate action events across the APAC region.Coordinate the collection and processing of elections from trading desks and clients on various voluntary events.Analyze and regularize reported discrepancies, implementing corrective measures as necessary.Provide assistance to traders by responding to specific requests with effective and innovative solutions.Ensure accurate and timely posting of corporate action movements to client accounts.Streamline workflows through automation and process Review in collaboration with global corporate actions teams.Monitor and Manage risks associated with corporate action events, implementing risk mitigation strategies.Contribute to defining specifications and performing User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for new information systems.Document and update procedures linked to sensitive processes and controls, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.Respond promptly to incidents, developing and implementing long-term action plans to prevent recurrence.Candidates with outstanding performance will be considered for early conversion to permanent roles.Profile requiredHold a Bachelors or Masters degree in Finance, Business Administration, or similar discipline is preferred.Proven experience in a similar role within the financial services industry.Strong understanding of global securities operations, specifically corporate actions.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.High level of accuracy and attention to detail.Excellent communication skills: with an ability to use these collaboratively, explain and challenge, as appropriate.Proficiency in financial software systems and databases.Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.Knowledge of industry regulations and guidelines related to corporate actionsBehavioral SkillsInnovation - Thinking out of the box/Creativity: I propose new ideas and solutionsResponsibility - Risk awareness: I am constantly on the lookout for risks Responsibility - Performance: I strive for high performanceCommitment - Sustainability: I strive to develop my skills and knowledgeTeam Spirit - Synergies: I make cooperation with colleagues in and outside my team a priorityTeam Spirit - Open mindset: I listen and share my views and my expertise in an open mode Why join usBusiness insightOur Culture:At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. Please visit our APAC career website: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/building-your-career-with/ for more information. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I):Our mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.Our vision:Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operateInclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clientsCheck out our DE&I initiatives: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion-dei/Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations of assistance during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our HR staff know.Department DescriptionSociete Generale Corporate & Investment Banking is a part of Global Banking & Investor Solutions (GBIS). Corporate Action Middle Office sit within GBTO/EQD. Global Banking Technology & operations (GBTO). GBTO deliver Technology and Operations excellence in our day-to-day services to Global Banking and Investor Solutions (GBIS) Business Units and their clients. The Corporate Action Middle Office team in Asia covers the full APAC scope for global clients including Australia/New Zealand, Hong Kong/China, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, Singapore, India, and other South-East Asia locations.
