V.I.E. Private Banking Lawyer

Responsibilities

Within the Legal Department of Societe Generale Luxembourg, the candidate will be attached to the Investment Management department and will participate in the handling of files and questions from the Private Banking

Given the diversity of Societe Generale Luxembourg's activities, the candidate must be able to address a variety of issues with interlocutors from different business lines and support functions. Training (and possibly experience) in banking law, Investment law, management companies regulation or a specialization in new technology law are an asset.

With good interpersonal skills and excellent organizational skills, he/she must be able to have a global approach to banking legal issues and propose appropriate solutions. Given the international environment, a good command of writing and negotiation in English is essential. Any other language proficiency is considered an asset.

Tasks and responsibilities:

• Answering any legal questions or problems arising in the Private Banking and Commercial Banking business lines (account relationships, loans, securities, investment advice, discretionary management, asset structuring, business transfers, insurance brokerage, inheritance)
• Assist the asset management subsidiary (SGPWM) in resolving legal issues
• Assist the insurance brokerage subsidiary (SGLIB) in resolving legal issues
• Mastering the relevant Luxembourg law
• Drafting and reviewing financing contracts (for individuals and businesses) and related security interests
• Negotiate contracts for services rendered by the relevant BU
• Drafting and reviewing various service, escrow and trust agreements, etc.
  
  

Due to the VIE eligibility criteria, a questionnaire will be provided. Please make sure to answer all the questions for an efficient analysis of your application.

Profile required

PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

To facilitate the examination of your application by our English-speaking managers, we thank you for applying in English.

Studies & experience:

• Graduate with a Master’s degree from a Business/Engineering School or University with a specialization in Business Law/ Financial Law
• A previous experience in financial law would be appreciated
  
  

Language skills:

• Proficiency in English
  
  

Technical, operational & soft skills:

• Good communication and presentation skills
• Proficent/Good command of MS Office
  
  

The VIE assignment in a nutshell

This VIE in Luxemburg is to begin as soon as possible, but you need to plan 3 months between your application date and the beginning of your VIE assignment. It will last 12 months.

In case a visa is necessary, please make sure your passport is valid up to 6 months after the end of the VIE contract to not delay your departure.

The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France’s eligibility criteria, opened to candidates under 28 and from the member states of the European Economic Space. For further information (including your financial indemnities), please see Mon VIE-VIA Business France.

Why join us

As soon as you arrive, you will be integrated into our teams and will learn every day alongside our experts, who will support you in your tasks. Gradually, you will become more independent in your projects, making this experience a real career accelerator. You will also discover all the diversity of our businesses, in a sector that is constantly evolving and innovating.

At the end of your VIE, various opportunities could be offered to you, in France and abroad.

Business insight

At Societe Generale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious.

Whether you’re joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA.

If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us!

Still hesitating?

You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.

Diversity and Inclusion

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