Front Office Export and Development Solutions Analyst Intern

Who we are

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group is the 2nd largest bank in Japan and one of the largest global banks. The Group has more than 130 offices and over 100 000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries (incl. in New-York, London, Frankfurt, Singapore, Dubai and Paris). SMBC today is built on its 400-year Japanese heritage, and our unique culture of excellence, respect, teamwork and inclusion sets us apart. In Europe, the EMEA Division SMBC Group has its regional headquarters in London and Frankfurt and operates with a network of over 3000 employees/70 nationalities and 24 locations, including a branch in Paris of 150 employees.

We recognise that diversity of background, opinions and perspectives is vital for the sustainable growth of our organisation and benefits our customers and stakeholders. Our aim is to build an inclusive work environment where each employee feels able to be their authentic self.

Business Area

SMBC Group is recognised as one of the Top 10 global banks in Export and Agency Finance with strong product knowledge and dedicated professionals across EMEA, APAC and the Americas.

In EMEA, the Export and Development Solutions Team has developed extensive experience in advising and arranging Export Credit Agency (“ECA”), Development Finance Institutions (“DFI”) and Multilateral Agencies (“MLA”) supported solutions to bring optimised funding solutions for our customers.

Position Description

The Front Office EDS team, which comprises 12 professionals across Paris, London and Milan, is looking for a new analyst intern for a 6-month period starting in July 2025.

The intern will be based in Paris and will take part to the origination and execution of ongoing and new mandates where one of our partner ECAs or Development Agencies is involved in EMEA region.

Role Summary

As an intern in the Front Office EDS Paris Team team, you will:

• Support the origination and execution of ongoing and new mandates where one of our partner ECAs or Development Agencies is involved in EMEA region
• Provide support to the execution team by reviewing and analysing information including customer financial statements, financial models, due diligence and legal documentation
• Assist in monitoring the existing portfolio of the team’s deals, including handling a certain number of ECA Agency mandates and supporting distribution activities
• Support the marketing activities of the team by preparing customized marketing materials (in English or in French) and financing proposals in accordance with SMBC’s policies
• Conduct internal processes and assist with internal reporting

Competencies

What we offer

For all the expertise and experience you bring to help us make a difference, it’s only sustainable if we support you to build your career and be your best self so we offer competitive company benefits, centred around promoting positive well-bring and work-life balance. We also believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, where all team members perspectives and contributions are valued. Initiatives in place which promote a diverse and inclusive culture and healthy work life balance include hybrid working, Sport & Social Clubs and Diversity and Inclusion networks.

As an employee of SMBC you have access to a host of both useful and exciting benefit offerings. See below some of the benefits on offer to you:

• Hybrid and flexible working 
• Competitive paid leave days
• Benefits to support your physical wellbeing, including private medical insurance and life and invalidity insurance 
• Various policies to support your mental wellbeing, including a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services  
• Access a wide range of learning and development opportunities and career progression opportunities 
• Ambitious remuneration package

So, if you like a challenge and want to continuously grow and develop in a role where you will be supported along the way by a dynamic and diverse team, apply today!!