Brad tells us about his experience on the 4 week GGDP (Group Graduate Development Programme) and updates us on his Premier Onboarding placement.
Working in Canary Wharf (or anywhere in London for that matter) the Olympic spirit has been incredibly infectious. You could feel it all around you over the past few months, something big was happening, people were even smiling and talking on the underground! Now how often do you see that?! More...
Kimberly gives us an update from her induction day. She's learnt a lot about HSBC's values and is now looking forward to making an impact in her branch placement. Check back here to see how her first few days go!
Chloe tells us about what she's enjoyed during her induction day and the friends that she's made. Now she's looking forward to getting started! We’ll keep you posted on how Chloe gets on...
By Pascal, Executive Management Trainee since January 2011
When people meet Executive Trainees (or “ETs”), they aren’t always sure what to expect. Does the name mean we’re from outer space? Do we get special training in how to smoke cigars, wear pin-stripe suits and stroke white cats while spinning in an office chair?
The answer is, fortunately, none of the above. The ET programme provides a generalist experience over 2 years with a series of 6-month placements. This allows a graduate to form an overview of HSBC’s multiple business lines. The long-term idea is to produce senior managers with strong experience across different areas of the bank. The ET programme offers unique opportunities, including potential placements abroad in cities such as New York and Hong Kong, and the option of secondment to the Group offices. More...
Chris
Executive Trainee, London
After returning from an overseas placement in Hong Kong 3 weeks ago I'm working with Gregg, Ana, Jess and Simon in the Graduate Team at the moment, while I find my first post-scheme appointment. I've largely been working on a pack of new presentations and promotional materials for the alumni teams to use along with planning for the roll-out of the Discovery Day the Nottingham team ran last year. I came into work on Monday to a few photos my old manager had sent me from the leaving meal I had with my team in HK More...