Total 3 job vacancies by Societe Generale

The Junior FX Options Trader supports the trading desk in managing and growing the FX options business by assisting with pricing, risk management, and execution across G10 and emerging market currency pairs. The role combines market analysis, trade support, and close collaboration with senior traders, sales, with a strong focus on developing technical and market expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist senior traders in pricing and managing vanilla and basic exotic FX options (spot, forwards, volatility products).
• Monitor market movements, volatility surfaces, and risk metrics (Greeks, P&L attribution).
• Support trade execution, booking, and post trade processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal controls.
• Contribute to daily risk analysis, hedging activities, and scenario analysis.
• Support client flow by responding to pricing requests in coordination with Sales teams.
• Develop market commentary and analysis for internal use and client communication.
• Ensure adherence to risk limits, regulatory requirements, and desk procedures.

Profile Required:

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in finance, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of FX markets and derivatives fundamentals.
• Solid quantitative and analytical skills; familiarity with option pricing concepts and Greeks.
• Proficiency in Excel; programming skills (Python, VBA, or similar) are advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail, discipline, and ability to perform under time pressure.
• Excellent communication skills and a strong willingness to learn.
• Some experience in FX trading, derivatives, quantitative roles, or a related front office support function.

Behavioral Skills

• Client - Sales and Marketing Strategy: I contribute to adapt our offer to our clients'/internal partners' needs
• Client - Risk: I strive to satisfy clients while taking into account risks for the company
• Innovation - Technology: I adopt new  technologies in the solutions and projects I work on
• Responsibility - Performance: I strive for high performance
• Responsibility - Risk awareness: I am constantly on the lookout for risks 
• Commitment - Inspiration: I support the vision and the strategy 
   

Responsibilities:

• Manage the daily client money reconciliations & controls for APAC exchanges and ensure compliance with the regulations of the relevant jurisdictions.
• Ensure all regional regulatory reporting is completed accurately and on a timely basis.
• Identify, investigate and explore relevant internal or external data sources / datasets / technologies to assist with process improvement and data analysis.
• Participate in process improvements or BAU (business as usual) change topics/projects as required.
• Handle daily transactional activities, position & event management and ensure their completion on a timely manner 
• Handle direct client’s transactional queries, perform investigation for proper resolution &/or direct them to appropriate teams as appropriate. 
• Develop an expertise of the Societe Generale business and organization, as well as the general Clearing business to have an adequate understanding of the business and the supporting platform.
• Develop an expertise of the Client setup and work closely with business as well as offshore/global teams
• Cover Follow The Sun protocol for inbound clients, regional/global exchange markets  
• Report and escalate significant issues and blocking points to manager on a timely manner. 
• Cover for any other activities as the need arises to back up the team in a pro-active and professional manne
• Cross train with teammates regularly and ensure effective communication/handovers of BAU activities among team members 
• Maintain up to date procedures of the tasks covered, and make sure to adhere to the Group policies and exchange rules as appropriate
• Ensure that all key controls are completed appropriately and on a timely basis.

Operational Risk & Regulatory Responsibility:

Observe procedures and best practices to reduce occurrence and severity of potential mistakes, escalate issues promptly to Management and participate in the continuous improvement of processes.

This is a fixed term 12-month Trainee contract with Societe Generale. You will form part of the team on a full time basis. In order to apply for the Trainee position please ensure you have completed your qualification and will be available to work full time for the duration of the Trainee contract. 

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Profile Requirements:

• A degree with a major/ minor in the following is preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics or Finance fields

• Good interpersonal and communication skills, sense of service, and flexibility are essential requirements 
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure 
• Strong analytical and numerical skills. Keen eye for details. Ability to simplify complex ideas.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated
• Self-starter, and ability to work independently 
• Ability to work within team with diverse cultural backgrounds
• Knowledge of Advanced knowledge of MS Office especially excel, powerpoint, python and excel VBA will be a plus.
• Fluency in Korean and English language (both verbal and written) is required as this role involves direct interaction and relationship management with Korean-speaking clients

Behavioral Skills

• Client - Understanding and Respect: I listen to clients and colleagues in order to understand and anticipate their needs 
• Team Spirit - Synergies: I make cooperation with colleagues in and outside my team a priority
• Innovation - Technology: I adopt new  technologies in the solutions and projects I work on
• Responsibility - Performance: I strive for high performance
• Responsibility - Risk awareness: I am constantly on the lookout for risks 
• Commitment - Sustainability: I strive to develop my skills and knowledge

Department Description

The Regional Product Manager for Payments & Cash Management will play a pivotal role in supporting our transaction banking growth ambitions across Asia Pacific. 

This position is responsible for driving the strategy, development and management of a comprehensive suite of cash management products, including the following:

Payments and collections, FX linked to payments, Liquidity management ,Short-term deposits & loans, eChannels (ebanking, host-to-host connectivity, SWIFTNet for corporates) , Reporting

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the regional product strategy and roadmap for cash management solutions, ensuring alignment with group standards, market needs and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with key internal stakeholders and country teams to manage end-to-end product lifecycle: ideation, development, commercialisztion and ongoing enhancements
• Collaborate with country teams to drive adoption and revenue growth, leveraging market insights and customer feedback to refine offerings.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes to proactively identify new opportunities and mitigate risks.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, partners, and internal stakeholders across the Asia region.
• Contribute to any strategic projects

Profile Required:

• Hands on experience in cash management product management, transaction banking, or related product management roles
• Proven track record managing complex product portfolios across multiple countries, preferably within Asia.
• Strong understanding of market needs and competitive landscape
• Proficiency in Project management and Change management

Behavioral Skills

• Client - Client focus: I nurture a long-term relationship with the clients/internal partners
• Client - Understanding and Respect: When communicating with our clients/internal partners I listen in order to understand and anticipate their needs
• Client - Risk/Vigilance: I seek out the greatest benefit for clients/internal partners while ensuring that the Group’s risks are properly managed 
• Team Spirit - Conflict Management: I anticipate conflicts and strive to resolve them fairly and sustainably
• Responsibility - Risk: In order to improve the Group's security, I am constantly on the lookout for risks
• Commitment - Exemplarity: I embody the Group’s values 
   

Environment

Our 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 operate
• Inclusive 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 clients

Check 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.