From Summer Job to 38 Years at SEB

Anders Larsson works at Business Banking in Malmö, and his journey at SEB began early. In fact, he has worked at the bank for 38 years. Here, he shares his first memories, why he has changed roles many times over the years, and what still makes him enjoy working at SEB.

Anders’ interest in the bank was sparked as a child. His father ran an ICA store in Trelleborg and deposited the daily takings at SEB. "I remember the family-like atmosphere when I accompanied my father to deposit the money at the bank; it was warm and welcoming. I was a customer at SEB long before I started working here," says Anders.

He started as a summer worker in 1987 and got his first permanent position the following year at the office in Trelleborg. Since then, he has worked at several offices in southern Skåne, including Skurup, Skanör, Vellinge, and Malmö. "It was a different time then. For example, we received job advertisements for internal positions on yellow papers, which we called 'Gulingen'."

Can you tell us a bit about your role today?

"Six years ago, I moved to Mid Corporate. At that time, I was responsible for housing associations, but today I work with corporate clients in Malmö. It's fun to work in customer teams with several advisors for each client – it creates a close collaboration that gives a lot of energy."

What has made you stay at SEB for so long?

"It's the people, both colleagues and customers. I often hear that I am kind, and maybe that's why relationships mean so much to me. SEB is family-like but also driven, and there is pride in the brand. It's something I have passed on – now my son also works at SEB in Malmö."

After nearly four decades at the bank, Anders is still curious about what the future may bring. "It's the relationships that have always been the driving force for me. And that's why I stay."