12 Month Internship - Project Manager

Company Overview

Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB) is the corporate and investment bank of the Crédit Agricole group, the 10th largest banking group in the world. We support major companies and financial institutions in their development and in financing their projects. Social and environmental commitments are at the heart of our activities, and joining our teams means working in a multicultural environment across more than 30 international locations.

Our culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and openness, where everyone is valued and empowered. Crédit Agricole CIB aligns with Group values committed to diversity and inclusion and places people at the heart of all its transformations. All roles are open to people with disabilities.

Job Details

• Job Title: 12 Month Internship – Project Manager
• Contract Type: Internship/Trainee (12 months)
• Expected Start Date: 01/11/2026 (Start Date: November 2026)
• Management Position: No
• Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Summary

The role is to assist the Chief of Staff (COS) in conducting various transversal missions on behalf of Crédit Agricole CIB London Deputy Senior Country Officer (DSCO). The intern will work across strategic projects and governance initiatives involving the London Branch, European entities, and Paris head office teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the COS in managing transversal projects within the London Branch and, where relevant, across European entities, in coordination with Country COOs and Paris head office teams.
• Take ownership of specific workstreams or projects under the supervision of the COS.
• Assist in the follow-up of action plans identified during project analysis phases and facilitate their implementation across relevant departments.
• Support coordination and follow-up of digital initiatives within the Branch, working with relevant departments to assist in implementation and promotion.
• Coordinate process optimisation and streamlining projects across the Branch to simplify workflows and improve operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the preparation of presentations, briefing notes, and materials for project committees and Branch events.
• Support the preparation and coordination of governance committees, including minutes taking.
• Assist in responding to ad hoc requests from UK regulators (FCA/PRA), including preparation and coordination of relevant documentation and information across departments.
• Support the review and adaptation of the Branch’s Outsourcing monitoring frameworks in line with Compliance guidelines and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate transformation initiatives to optimise or streamline transversal processes in the Branch.
• Conduct analysis of processes and workflows, producing structured reports and recommendations, including for ad hoc missions (post-mortems, investigations).

Legal and Regulatory Responsibilities

• Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory, and internal Compliance requirements, including the London Compliance manual and Compliance policies and procedures as issued from time to time.
• Meet Financial Security requirements, including the prevention of financial crime and fraud and reporting obligations to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer.
• Maintain appropriate knowledge to ensure competence for the role.
• Complete all mandatory training required to attain and maintain competence.

Candidate Criteria

Education

• Bachelor’s degree / BSc degree or equivalent
• Speciality: Engineering or business school curriculum
• Preferred fields: Finance, Business, Economics, Management, or a related field

Experience

• Experience in a banking environment is desirable (audit, Finance, operations, or IT).

Required Skills

• Clear and professional communication in English, both written and verbal.
• Rigour and strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.
• Ability to work autonomously and take initiative.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines and functions.
• Adaptability and ability to integrate new information quickly.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in the MS Office suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Familiarity with Power BI and VBA is an advantage.

Languages

• French language skills are an advantage due to regular interaction with Paris-based teams.

Benefits and Culture

• Make an impact: Work contributes to a social responsibility and sustainable future.
• Volunteering: Access to paid volunteering leave through the Charities Committee.
• Growth: Development opportunities across the Crédit Agricole Group, including a structured mentoring programme and cross-functional projects.
• Culture: A collaborative environment built on trust, autonomy, and empowerment.
• Diversity & inclusion: Participation in networks such as SPRING and community initiatives such as the Sports and Social Club.
• Innovation: Support to challenge conventions and turn ideas into reality, from digital transformation to innovative solutions.