Ethics and Regulatory Compliance Intern – Summer 2025 (May – August)
Ethics and Regulatory Compliance Intern – Summer 2025 (May – August)
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- Internship
- CA-Quebec-Montréal
- COMPLIANCE
In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal’s Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.
Internship program
As an intern, you will benefit from a 4 month program that aims to give you the tools to develop yourself and discover your potential through customized trainings, networking sessions and transversal projects.
More information about the program available on our website:
BNP Paribas in Canada Students & Young graduates
The position at a glance
Help protect the BNP Paribas Canada Branch reporting to the Head of Territory for Canada (altogether the “Bank”) and therefore the BNP Paribas Group against the risk of non-compliance in the areas of:
- Professional Ethics & Protection of Interest of Client;
- Associated standards and procedures;
- Regulatory Change Management;
- Risk Assessment; and
- Compliance control.
The “risk of non-compliance” is the risk which arises from the failure to comply with regulatory provisions, business and ethical standards or BNP Paribas directives applicable to the Bank.
In detail
Professional Ethics
The Compliance Intern contributes to the monitoring and review of Professional Ethics rules. Specifically, the Compliance Intern must:
- Collaborate regularly with the Outside Business Activities (OBA) team, Personal Account Dealing (PAD) team and Whistleblowing team based in NYC, for the monitoring and the application of the policies and procedures on Professional Ethics;
- Review every two (2) weeks the list of sensitive employees, and ensure it is up-to-date and complete;
- Assist with the weekly notifications of new hires deemed “sensitive employees”, if any.
Protection of Interest of Client
- Oversee the implementation of various measures related to the Protection of Interests of Clients at the Bank, especially in terms of:
- the local legal and regulatory context; and
- the control plan issued by the Group.
- Oversee the complaint handling process of Canada and make sure that all complaints are handled in the boundary of the legal and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure that proper feedback is provided to Committees; complete related self-assessments; ensure that client complaints are managed correctly and that related information is passed on.
Transversal Duties
- Assist certain assigned permanent Professional Ethics controls, Marketing Integrity & Protection of Interest of Clients in accordance with the defined frequency and methodology of Compliance Independent Testing team;
- Carry any other task in Professional Ethics & Protection of Interest of Clients requested by the immediate line manager.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
ESSENTIAL SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
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Student currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Law, Business administration or related field
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Critical thinking and judgement
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Adaptable
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Meticulousness
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Intellectual curiosity
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Working knowledge of standard computer hardware and software
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Discretion
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Organizational skills
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Ability to manage stress and priorities
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Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of French and English is required.
What you need to know
- We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
- BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, you can contact accessibility@us.bnpparibas.com
- You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments
At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.
BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).
To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here
About us
BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.
BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.
Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.
With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.
Our certifications and partnerships
- Montreal’s Top Employers 2024
- Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024
- Women in Governance – Parity certified – Platinum certification
- Pride at Work Canada
- Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
- Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
- Synclusiv
- ·Ready, Willing, and Able
- Autisme sans Limites
- LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
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