Trainee – Regulatory and Controls Governance – Others – London, United Kingdom

Company: Societe Generale
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Location: London
Job Description:

Responsibilities

Join Société Générale, a leading global financial services group, as a Trainee in our Regulatory and Controls Governance team within the CEO Office. This is a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working at the heart of governance, risk, and regulatory engagement in a dynamic and fast‑paced environment.

The Role

We are looking for a proactive and confident Trainee who thrives in engaging with senior stakeholders and managing complex relationships across multiple business units. You will support the team in driving regulatory engagement and transversal controls governance, playing a key role in preparing for regulatory examinations, coordinating control frameworks, and supporting remediation initiatives.

You will gain exposure to senior management and develop a deep understanding of risk management, regulatory expectations, and governance processes within a major financial institution. This role is ideal for someone with some prior experience or academic background in risk, controls, compliance, or corporate office functions who is eager to build their career in this field.

What You Will Do

  • Support preparation and coordination for regulatory engagements and examinations
  • Assist in managing relationships with senior stakeholders across business and support units
  • Help identify and respond to control weaknesses and regulatory requirements
  • Coordinate transversal control topics and contribute to governance forums
  • Prepare presentations, reports, and follow‑up action plans
  • Collaborate with compliance, audit, and operational risk teams to drive improvements
  • Gain broad exposure to corporate governance, transaction governance, and CEO office initiatives

What We Are Looking For

  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to confidently engage senior stakeholders
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to simplify complex topics
  • Some exposure to risk management, regulatory environment, controls, or corporate office functions advantageous
  • Analytical mindset with problem‑solving capabilities
  • Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced setting
  • Team player with a collaborative approach and positive attitude
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Why Join Us?

  • Work in a central governance function with high visibility and impact
  • Develop your skills through hands‑on experience and mentorship from senior professionals
  • Be part of a global financial group committed to integrity, innovation, and sustainability
  • Opportunity to build a strong professional network and career foundation

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.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026