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Societe Generale Group. French corporation , created in 1864г. 4 th commercial and investment bank in Europe. 10 th bank worldwide by assets. 8th largest French company by market capitalisation (31.12.2003 = 30,7 mld. euros ). Assets managed - 2 84 mld. euros. Societe Generale Group.
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Societe Generale Group • French corporation, created in 1864г. • 4thcommercial and investment bank in Europe • 10th bankworldwide by assets • 8thlargest French company by market capitalisation (31.12.2003 = 30,7 mld. euros) • Assets managed - 284 mld. euros
Societe Generale Group • 15 mln clientsin retail banking worldwide (France: 8,3 mln.) • 1st retail bank in France • 4th placein Central and Eastern Europe • 92 000 employeesworldwide, 42% based out of France
Societe Generale in Russia • History of the bank in Russia starts at the end ofXIX century. • 1901: Societe Generale opens a daughter company in St. Petersburg – Russia-Asia Bank. • 1914:Russia-Asia Bank is the leader in the country with 175 branches. • 1921: the bank closes its last branch in Vladivostok. • 1993: Bank Societe Generale Vostok is one of the first foreign banks to receive its general license from the Central Bank of Russia.
Moscow retail banking labor market review • Banks actively developing, new players entering the market • Shortage of highly qualified professionals • Sales & marketing specialists in demand in retail banking • Salaries increasing in 2004, same trend for 2005 • Solutions: graduates recruitment, internal training systems
How to start a career in retail banking? • Education is preferable but not the primary concern!! • Approach is critical!! • Excellent sales potential and communication skills are essential!! • Focus: customer service, courtesy, ability to help customers and understand their needs, ability to get results. • Pleasant, pro-active, presentable are the leitmotivs.
What do foreign banks offer? • Know how of an international group • Western approach to business, modern technology • Professional and ethical business environment • Extensive training and career development schemes • Competitive remuneration package
How to get a job in a foreign bank? • Show motivation and enthusiasm • Get ready for the interview • Think long-term: a career is not a 100 meter sprint • Improve your English • Be confident: banks need you! • Be ready for regional / international mobility