VP - IG Corporate Trader - Corporate & Investment banking - London, United Kingdom

ResponsibilitiesAbout the team:This is an exciting time to be joining our newly created Distributed Credit Solutions team where we have combined parts of our Investment Banking and Global Markets division to unify capabilities within the credit space enabling an integrated credit chain to de-risk the Bank in primary (Syndication) and secondary (Trading) while pursuing Fund Financing and Securitisation activities four our clients leveraging an incorporated sales team.This is all part of our plan to increast our market share across all levels of the credit landscape firmly establishing ourselves as a key top 5 provider across Europe.The Credit Trading unit covers all credit linked products: flow, structured and loans with their respective financing under unified credit trading books.Summary of Key Purposes of the Role:Make markets in corporate cash bonds to SG internal and external clientsManage the risk and complexity of the SG corporate cash trading booksPromote SG credit market making capabilitiesResponsibilities:Develop long term relationships with clients based on trust and professionalismDevelop SG profile in the market through trading volumes and market presence, enhance individual and team reputation amongst clients as a reliable market makerFurther improve SG market share and reputation through professionalism, discipline and attention to risksProvide reliable backup and support as required for other traders within the teamDevelop and maintain strong relations with internal stakeholders (Sales, Global Finance, Syndicate, Research, Compliance, Middle/Back office, IT, Risk etc.)Work in partnership with other teams to communicate market flows, trade ideas and any relevant trading information to support revenue generationPricing and execution on behalf of SG clients ensuring all procedural guidelines, risk controls and product governance are observedDevelop trading strategies and work with sales to develop pricing models as requiredReview and oversee optimization of capital and leverage costsProfile requiredPROFILE REQUIREDDirect experience in a credit trading role with proven market making track record allied to development of client relationshipsExcellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written) with the ability to interact and communicate convincingly at all levels with key decision makers in a variety of business lines, management and control functions across the BankProven ability to develop relationships based on trust and professionalismAble to work independently on multiple conflicting priorities and under pressure until completionStrong analytical skills with an aptitude for numbers and attention to detailSolutions focused, service orientated and proactiveWhy join usWHY JOIN USPeople 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 insightBUSINESS INSIGHTIf 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.