In this newly created position, his primary focus will be to provide optimal allocation of the scarce resources as well as driving the transformation of Société Générale Corporate & Investment Banking operational model. His remit includes the direct supervision of Resource functions (Operations, IT, Finance) and the management of operational risk via the Security and Anti-Fraud Expertise team.

Based in Paris, he is a member of the CIB restricted Executive Committee and of the Group's General Management Committee. He reports directly to Michel Péretié, CEO of Société Générale Corporate & Investment Banking.

"Christophe Hioco's background and skills will be instrumental in the continued strengthening of our operational efficiency and security; this will enable us to reach our target to implement the highest standards in this area, and to provide our clients with a quality of service", said Michel Péretié.