Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (CA-CIB) is a global leader and pioneer in the sustainable finance market. The Sustainable Investment Banking (SIB) team is one of the oldest (created in 2009) and most active teams in the market. The team is located in Paris, New York, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Dubai, Singapore, Frankfurt, Milan, Madrid and London.

The SIB team provides innovative advisory and structuring solutions to corporate and financial institution clients, helping them navigate the transition to a more sustainable economy. We work across asset classes, including green, social and sustainability-linked financing, responsible/ESG investing, and ESG rating advisory. The team collaborates closely with various business lines, including but not limited to Debt Capital Markets (DCM), Corporate and Leverage Finance (CLF), and structured finance (i.e. Energy and Real Assets), to embed sustainability considerations into financial transactions.

This 12-month internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in sustainable finance and investment banking while working within a dynamic and purpose-driven environment.

On a day-to-day basis, the SIB UK intern will support the SIB UK Lead in the origination of sustainable finance opportunities. This will involve developing client presentations, conducting ESG risk assessments on new transactions, tracking developments to sustainable finance regulation, business pipeline management, structuring sustainable finance frameworks as well as engaging with Second Party Opinion providers and ESG investors.

This role is based in London covering predominantly UK clients along with a select number of Irish and Swiss based clients.


Key Responsibilities

The candidate will be part of the Sustainable Investment Banking team.

·       Support the origination and structuring of sustainable finance transactions, including green, social and sustainability-linked debt instruments
·       Conduct research and analysis on ESG trends, sustainable finance regulations, and industry best practices to inform business development efforts
·       Utilise client Sustainability Reports and reference external benchmarks such as SBTi etc. when assessing the emissions profile of clients
·       Develop presentations for client meetings and standard materials for external and internal marketing
·       Assist in preparing Sustainable Finance Frameworks and Impact Reporting indicators for clients seeking to issue sustainable finance debt instruments
·       Contribute to ESG risk assessments and due diligence by referencing the banks internal sustainable finance guidelines in collaboration with internal teams
·       Coordination with the Sustainable Investment Banking sector teams

Our commitment to you

Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2023). We offer more than just a job.

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day-to-day business operation, innovation is encouraged and diversity is celebrated.

Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment.

With a people-centric culture where everyone is valued, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact.

Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know

• Recently completed a BA, BSc or international equivalent degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Sustainability, or a related field with a good level of ESG qualifications (e.g. ESG related topics during degree, A-Level or equivalent)
• Academic background in Sustainability / Environmental Finance / Environmental Science is desirable

• Previous experience in banking or a client-facing finance role
• Previous sustainable finance related experience within a Bank, Asset Manager, SPO provider, ESG Rating Agency etc is desirable

• Good understanding of financial and sustainability concepts
• Excellent written presentation skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
• Team player

• Microsoft Power Point proficiency to a high level
• Fluent English oral & written
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills