Internship - Hedge Funds Credit Risk

Responsibilities

The HF Risk Group is currently looking for a hardworking, strongly motivated Credit Analyst to support the team in its daily activities. Day to day responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Attending Hedge Fund and Fund of Funds due diligences with a senior analyst – the goal is to have the candidate grow quickly to level of senior analyst handling his/her own portfolio of clients
• Completing the due diligence reports and rating models
• Contributing to the structuring of transactions in coordination of other groups (legal, sales, engineering)
• Managing client credit lines and transaction parameters
• Maintaining portfolio and addressing exceptions
• Building proficiency with all systems used by the group

Profile required

• Graduated with a degree from Business/Engineering School or University in Finance
• Previous experience in Investment Banking would be appreciated.
• Good Analytical Skills: The primary goal of the position is to build up the analyst experience with Hedge Funds in order for him/her to be able to conduct due diligence meetings and quickly extract the key strengths and weaknesses of the entity under review.
• Good writing skills
• Self-starter: The team is often stretched thin due to tight deadlines. In addition, systems and processes are constantly evolving. The analyst is expected to learn fast and work independently as well as contribute to the HFR team when needed
• Good communication skills
• Hedge Fund analysis
• ISDA negotiation, Derivative trading knowledge, relevant industry associations, working knowledge of prime brokerage and/or margin guidelines
• Proficiency with Python and/or VBA experience is a plus

Required

• Experience in financial industry
• Financial Analysis and Financial Statements Desired
• Experience with Hedge Funds is preferable

Technical Skills

• Extensive knowledge in Excel
• Familiarity using different types of Databases and Platforms
• Ability to use Bloomberg APIs, experience in Access Databases and VBAs

Business insight

Societe Generale is committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our Recruiters know.

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COMPENSATION

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. The role is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and includes a competitive benefits package including 401(k) plan with company match, medical/dental/vision, and other benefits for fertility, wellness, student loans and commuters.