SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA

2025 "Career Arc" Returnship Program - Legal Division (SEGL)

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Responsibilities: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating all manner of transaction documentation. Providing advice and counseling on documentation; structuring and negotiating transactions; advising and supporting clients in new product development. Following and advising legal and regulatory developments affecting covered products and businesses. Working with multiple stakeholders within the firm (risk, tax, accounting, compliance, etc.) as well as with the primary business personnel; and coordinating/supervising activities of external counsel. Profile Required: This is a six-month program with the potential to be hired full-time. Societe Generale’s Career Arc Returnship program is designed to give professionals like you a chance to re-enter the workforce and refresh and sharpen skills through a 6-month paid internship. During the internship, you will be given the opportunity to perform meaningful work in a supportive environment while reacclimating to the financial industry. Must Have: A minimum of a 2-year career gap. Knowledge in US securities laws, including the Securities Act, the Exchange Act, FINRA broker-dealer rules, CFTC rules and regulations, and insolvency law frameworks. Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment. Strong background in US Securities Law. Good discipline. Minimum years of industry experience: 4 years. Years of Experience (number only) (maximum): 10 years. Language(s): English. Nice to Have: Last Corporate Title of Vice President, Executive Director, Director, or Managing Director. Preferred Education Background: Law Degree and Active Member, NY State Bar. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint. Why Join Us: 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. D&I: Our Diversity&Inclusion 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. HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT: For most positions, Societe Generale offers a hybrid work arrangement that offers employees the flexibility to work remotely, as well as on-site, in order to promote interaction and collaboration with colleagues while adhering to all SG standard protocols. COMPENSATION&SALARY RANGE: Base salary range does not include overtime pay, bonus and/or other benefits, where applicable. Actual base salary offer will vary based on skills and experience. J-18808-Ljbffr