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We are proud of our colleagues

Our colleagues are an amazingly varied mix of people with differing ideas, skills and experiences. While you will only find a small selection here, we promise everyone here at SEB is doing something worth talking about. Read on to understand more of the depth of career possibilities exist here!

Meet our employees

‘It was a big change, but I have never regretted my decision’

Justas Jonikas shares his career journey, how he eventually landed the job as Head of Transaction Services at SEB in New York and his best tips for pursuing an international career.

At SEB, I work to increase financial equality for our customers

After several years of research into social sustainability, Emma Heikensten wanted to move into the dissemination of research, in order to highlight the problems of financial inequality.

Leadership is getting the best out of people’

Robert Celsing, new Head of Group Human Resources at SEB. Hear his first thoughts when he got the opportunity to take on the new job, his view of SEB as an employer and the importance of a strong culture and inclusive leadership.

Microfinance, a way towards financial equality in emerging countries.

The drive to help people in emerging and developing economies and speed up social and economic progress.

I see a great need for more women to get involved in the financial economy

As Deputy CEO of SEB’s fund management company and with many years of experience in the financial industry, Elisabet Jamal Bergström sees a great need for even more women to get involved in the financial economy.

"We will be a driving force in developing the bank of the future"

Petra Ålund is in charge of more than 2,500 employees in SEB's Technology division. She wants her organisation to be a driving force in developing the bank of the future through technological expertise and innovation.

Trust and differences strengthen shared leadership

One is driven by willingness to change, the other by curiosity and the desire to make the complicated simple. One makes quick decisions, the other wants to be completely sure of the facts.

"Belgin spots entrepreneurs where few others look – this is how she drives new initiatives at SEB"

Belgin Alalinli at SEB could be called an “entrepreneur-creator”. She is behind several of the bank’s initiatives to inspire more entrepreneurship.

"Per develops and coordinates sustainability initiatives in two of SEB’s divisions"

Per Georgzén’s interest in sustainability was stirred at an early age when he accompanied his dad to various developing countries.

"SEBx – a start-up in a big company"

At SEBx the aim is that employees should explore new things and even fail from time to time. Martina Nordenson is one of the founders of SEB’s own start-up. “New knowledge is built on exploring and testing,” she says.

"Everyone can make a difference by choosing a fund with a sustainable profile"

When Anette Andersson started working with sustainability at SEB, many people saw it as something fuzzy. “It is not remotely like that anymore."

“Open Banking key issue of past decade”

Since spring 2019, Martina Wallenberg has been in charge of this high-priority area for SEB. Open Banking is about financial actors opening up and sharing data in order to create new services that generate added value for customers.

Agile power: “By boosting each other, we can boost the entire company”

“We have a fantastic network where we can be inspired by and learn from each other. By boosting each other, we can boost the entire company.” That’s the conviction of Anna Borgerot and Kimberly Lejonö.

"Leadership is about creating team spirit"

Petra Barkeby is a leader who loves trading and technology and who likes to be inspired by the world of sport. Today she is Head of Trading Area within Technology and has completed five eventful years at SEB.

"We must involve, experiment and find our way forward"

“Delegation and self-leadership are key building blocks in the agile change journey,” says Stefan Davill, responsible for the agile transition at SEB.

"Long relationship, yet with constant change"

After more than 30 years at SEB, Cathrin Uebel can affirm that her relationship with the bank is one of the longest in her life.

"Flexible benefits that employees appreciate"

A fun job that pays well – what more can you wish for in working life? Quite a lot actually, which is exactly why some types of benefit are significant.

"Self-leadership builds a creative work environment at SEB"

Independent teams lead to a rewarding and stimulating workplace, according to Sam Joukhadar, global Head of Talent Acquisition at SEB.

SEB has a strong culture of willingness to help

By listening to the needs of the clients and focusing on the right product deliveries, innovations and improvements, Carolina Trujillo and her team make SEB a top international player in electronic Foreign Exchange.

"Find out what doors there are to knock on"

Had Nabil Gharib not chosen a career in finance, he likely would have become a chef. “I love cooking, but at the same time I have always had an interest in economics and dreamed of working in finance."

“Continuous learning must be a natural part of the job”

With work aimed at promoting SEB’s continuous learning culture, he and his colleagues are tasked instead with identifying the bank’s entire skills requirements and offering relevant skills development.

Diversity is crucial, being too alike does not work anymore

Curiosity has formed Mia Hamstedt’s career. “I have always been interested in people, what drives them and what makes them happy and productive.”

Brian Oyamo, Analyst in Corporate Loan Origination

Brian Oyamo works as an Analyst in Corporate Loan Origination as part of SEB’s Investment Banking area. He took the time to share about why he decided to pursue a career with SEB in Sweden.

SEB – the right workplace for enthusiastic system developer

In these open premises there are no stiff dress codes or rigid attitudes – instead you can feel the spirit of ambition, the focus on innovation and the helpfulness setting the tone for the work day, says Farhad Johari, system developer.

"Américo wants to contribute with guidance in complex financial everyday life"

“I hope to be able to provide guidance in a complex financial everyday life, among other things by highlighting the importance of sustainable savings and a gender-equal private economy”

"We work with the latest technology"

In SEB’s innovation studio SEBx, employees can be part of the journey from idea to finished product – and at the same time take a deep-dive into cutting-edge technology.

"I am proud they saw my potential"

The opportunity to be creative at work every day – and at the same time maintain a good balance in life – makes working at SEB a pleasure for Zainab Imam Din.

"SEB is a pioneer in sustainable financing"

SEB enjoys a top ranking among all Swedish banks in the “Business” category among young professionals. Fredrik von Platen, who works with Sustainable Finance, explains here what attracted him to SEB.

The key is to be able to contribute to change

Anneli Coehn started at SEB as a participant in the tech program. Today she is Global Head of Talent Management. Here she talks about her journey - and about SEB's talent strategy going forward.

"SEB creates potential to grow sustainable and climate-natural companies"

SEB’s unique network provides significant opportunities to really make a difference to the growth of sustainable and climate-neutral companies.

Aram Özkeskin talks about why he decided to pursue a career with SEB in finance

Aram Özkeskin works as a Quantitative Analyst as part of SEB’s Equity Derivative and Investment Products team.

Operations- a decisive competitive advantage for the bank

Over six years ago Desirée Johansson interned at SEB. Following a Masters in business economics, at Stockholm University in 2015, she was employed full-time as Team Member in Commodities Operations.

There is a powerful forward momentum within the bank”

Five years ago, Mikaela Brinte left her career as a professional dancer behind her. Today she is Head of MarTech & Digital Analytics at SEB. She tells us about her journey within the bank.

The most rewarding aspect is following the companies on their journey

We play a key role in helping a company to grow, to finance investments, support them to reach out to new markets and achieve more effective business models. That’s what is the most rewarding aspect of this job, says Christina Larsén.

In my student job at SEB, I get to put my knowledge to the test

Students who do spare-time work at SEB in addition to their studies get an opportunity to complement their theoretical skills with experiences that can be really important when they take the step into working life.

Being able to change direction within the same company is an advantage

After just over ten years in the same part of the organisation, Erik Jacobsson felt it was time to try something new, to learn about new products and meet new colleagues.

When lots is happening around me, then I find peace

A fast pace, problem-solving and making a difference for people are three things that our customer service manager Axel Andrup is passionate about.

My curiosity has created many career opportunities in the bank

An internship started a banking career that has lasted for 25 years so far.

My job is to ensure that our customers information is protected

In recent years, Ulf Larsson, Group Chief Security Architect at SEB, has seen a clear trend in that cyberattacks not only occurs more often; they also create more damage compared to earlier.

Navigating the waters of international sanctions

Madara is certain that anti-money laundering (AML) and compliance are areas in which she wants to build her professional career. “It is a fascinating area, which is evolving fast.

I am involved in pushing SEB’s data-driven development

From IT to Business. During his seven years at SEB, Leo Zakarian has made an exciting journey. “It’s as if I have changed companies several times – at the same time as I have taken all the security and expertise with me.”

Providing international opportunities and educational experiences for all

Greta Walander started her career at SEB in Finland as a KYC-Specialist and Junior Account Manager and is currently participating in the SEB International Trainee Programme at SEB in Sweden. We spoke to her about her work and experience in her current role as an Audit Trainee.

I like the fact that development within sustainable finance is moving fast

At SEB, Anne Kristin Kästner can combine her sustainability knowledge with her interest in finance. In her role as Sustainable Finance Specialist, she advises financial investors about sustainable investments and works with sustainable financing solutions for significant Nordics

Innovation is about being open minded and curious

At SEB, we believe in the importance of innovation. But sometimes it may feel difficult to understand exactly what we do when we strive for innovation.

It’s such a pleasure being along on this journey

Kristin Nordin is COO of the bank’s new Private Wealth Management & Family Office (PWM&FO) division Kristin has been with SEB since 2000.