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.
The position at a glance
The role of the position is to act as a transversal project manager for all FIP projects. The goal of the position is to structure and to maintain all FIP project plans and ensure that project deadlines are met.
In detail
- The FIP project manager will coordinate with various stakeholders which are in various locations (Paris, Madrid, Lisbon, NYC, Mumbai, Montreal).
- The role will also support the FIP business analyst in their local coordination with users (Finance, back office) during the testing phase of their projects.
- The role will also monitor the FIP project portfolio, analyze its KPIs and drive prioritization and arbitration of projects.
- Lastly, the FIP project manager will monitor transversal risks across business, regulatory and strategic projects.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Bachelor degree in Finance, Accouting or related field.
- At least 5 years in similar role in a large and complex financial company/consulting firm.
- Analytical skills, curiosity, ability to understand technical details as well as the bigger picture.
- Ability to structure, simplify and popularize technical details.
- Knowledge of the Financial industry is a plus.
- Management consulting experience is a plus.
- Ability to work in a multi-location, multicultural environment.
- Excellent communications skills, ability to speak at various levels of the hierarchy.
- 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 the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **
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.
The position at a glance
RISK Independent Review & Control (RISK IRC) is a special unit within the RISK organization and reports directly to the Group CRO. The independent review arm of the department provides second line of defense for the use of various types of models and, accordingly, is in charge of model risk management. RISK IRC is composed of a Model Governance team and several Model Validation groups. The Model Validation groups are responsible for performing an independent effective challenge of the modelling choices in accordance with internal policies, procedures, and standards under different regulations, such as the Federal Reserve Board letter SR11-7. In addition, RISK IRC participate to validation projects for the BNP Paribas Group based in Europe.
In detail
- Conduct independent quantitative reviews of the models used within BNP Paribas in accordance with internal standards and regulatory guidance.
- Conduct assessment of trade surveillance controls by sampling, providing overall ratings and analytics.
- Provide challenge of conceptual soundness, reasonableness of model output, implementation and any other relevant modelling aspects impacting fit-for-use.
- Work with validation managers to develop an appropriate validation plan to provide effective challenge commensurate with the level of model risk.
- Work closely with stakeholders in Trade Surveillance stream – as well as with vendors – to help BNPP be compliant with model validation requirements in all the areas we service.
- Prepare and present written information in a clear, concise, grammatically correct, and convincing manner; distribute reports to senior management detailing risk assessment and concerns.
- Identify and provide suggestions to enhance surveillance control framework and/or assessment of controls methodology.
- Achieve objectives within tight time constraints while balancing competing priorities.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics or any other related quantitative field.
- 3+ years of experience in development, testing or implementation of scenarios related to trade surveillance compliance.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple undertakings simultaneously and with different level of granularity, with a focus on priorities and deadlines.
- Excellent communication and synthesis skills in addition to critical thinking capabilities and passion for learning.
- Experience producing high quality written technical documentation for regulatory purposes.
- General knowledge of banking and broker-dealer regulations.
- 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 the English is required. / Knowledge of French and English is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the regulatory requirements (such as SR11-7, Basel, etc.).
- Programming experience in statistical or mathematical languages such as Python, R or SAS.
- Professional certification such as CFA, FRM.
- Audit experience.
- Exposure to trading desks, electronic trading market and securities industry.
- Strong knowledge of US banking regulations (e.g. SEC, CFTC and exchanges) and associations under such federal agencies, including FINRA, NYSE, CBOE, ISE, CME, NYMEX and ICE US.
- Quantitative and statistical knowledge of AI and ML techniques, predictive modeling, statistical inference and probability, clustering, etc.
- Familiarity with US trading platforms (NTS).
- Knowledge of financial products (Fixed income, Equity derivatives, commodities, etc.).
- Familiarity with OCC/NYDFS standards or other similar regulatory requirements globally.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **
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
If you are interested in gaining exposure to mathematical models used in finance, adding value to a TOP 10 global organization, and gaining some real-life experience in financial models, BNP Paribas is looking for a candidate to help develop its Montreal platform by joining a team of seasoned quants to review models used across the organization.
RISK Independent Review & Control (RISK IRC) is a special unit within the RISK organization and reports directly to the Group CRO. The independent review arm of the department provides second line of defense for the use of various types of models (Credit, Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, CCAR, Cyber Security, etc.) across different locations (Americas and EMEA mostly, 9 countries), and, accordingly, oversees model risk management.
RISK IRC is composed of several Model Validation groups and a Model Governance team. The Model Validation groups are responsible for performing an independent effective challenge of the modelling choices in accordance with internal policies, procedures, and regulatory standards (ex: Federal Reserve Board letter SR11-7).
In detail
Who are we looking for? People with great technical and soft skills, a keen interest in financial modelling, and a strong desire to learn model risk management best practices.
During your mandate within RISK IRC, you will:
- Assist model risk managers in reviewing quantitative models used at the Bank.
- Review state-of-the-art techniques for currently used applications (Anti-fraud and anti-money laundering detection, Automated document analysis with Natural Language Processing and Computer Vision techniques, LLM and RAG, etc.).
- Consequently, build challenger models to test internal AI/ML based models.
- Assess ongoing models’ performance.
- Perform other assignments related to models’ review.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Student completing their Master’s or PhD’s Degree in Data science, Finance, Computer science, or any other related quantitative field, with at least one semester remaining.
- Quantitative, statistical and AI knowledge: predictive modeling, data science techniques, time series analysis, statistical inference and probability, clustering, etc.
- Development tools and languages (SAS, Python, R, etc.).
- Experience with machine learning frameworks such as LightGBM, Tensorflow, PyTorch, Gensim etc.
- Good communication and synthesis skills in addition to critical thinking capabilities and passion for learning.
- 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.
SKILLS AND BEHAVIOURS
- Team-player profile.
- Learning mindset.
- Ability to understand complex and/or technical issues.
- Prioritization of tasks/organization and ability to multi-task.
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 full time 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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **
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.
The position at a glance
Responsible for the Group contributor to Credit Risk Reporting related tasks for North Americas entities; contributes to the control framework on the related to Credit Risk. In addition, contribute on projects related to Credit Risk Reporting.
In detail
- Performs and oversees Credit Risk Reporting related tasks, including but not limited to data checks, clear data quality issues, scheduling the SRS plots, upload of report in the Universal plug (BNP Group tool) and submission of all deliverables on time.
- Reviews and analyzes accuracy of data from various reports and accounting systems (including LAP/AT2) and provides in-depth analysis and responses to queries for North Americas entities.
- Coordinate with colleagues in Montreal and India (ISPL) to make sure all deliverables are performed on time and with good quality.
- Reviews potential errors and risks and assists business units in correction of errors and implement controls accordingly.
- Execute controls in the LAP DQ, analyzes the breaks, liaises with the appropriate stakeholders for remediation, establishes action plans and produces incident reports. Performs continuous follow-up to ensure a better quality of data.
- With the increasing requirements from the regulators, Project team is working on the enhancement of the Credit Risk reports to include more data and to onboard more entities in the automated process as part of LTS and MAYA projects. To collaborate closely and actively with the Project Team and participate in the validation of data during test phases.
- Assists with various stakeholders ad-hoc requests and participates actively in the implementation of new processes including the Filière Unique Control Organization and on-boarding UP controls in LAP DQ.
- Works with management, central team, and Business units to identify needs and requirements, establish action plans, recommend prioritization and solutions to resolve breaks.
- Participates actively in various meetings at local and group level.
- Maintains a quality service to stakeholders, continuously enhances the processes and suggests improvements.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance, master’s degree is recommended.
- minimum 5 years prior experience in Audit, Accounting and Finance/ Financial Reporting/ Credit Risk Reporting.
- Excellent knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Financial Industry policies and practices and regulatory requirements (including BASEL).
- Ability to understand and analyze new accounting and regulatory standards; to adapt, develop and include new requirements accordingly in a process and deal with systems limitations.
- Working knowledge of LAP, Shared Reporting Space, Universal Plug, Rodin, Atlas 2 and Matisse and capacity to adapt to new systems and analyze data from different sources.
- Ability to work with a high degree of independence, to manage conflicting deadlines and priorities, to deal with constraints and results driven.
- Problem-solving skills, flexibility, creativity, and desire to innovate and design processes.
- Good Team Spirit, management skills and project management is preferable.
- Very good communication and ability to work collaboratively with management and different teams from different BNP locations.
- Strong attention to detail / sense of rigor.
- A keen intellectual curiosity and ability to multi-task.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and must have experience with incorporating advanced knowledge of MS Excel into Reporting processes, including building power query and power BI to reduce processing time.
- 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 the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
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 Top Employer 2024
· Canada’s Best Diversity Employer 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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
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.
The position at a glance
Corporate Credit Management (“CCM”) is a transversal team in support of the approximately 800 Corporate Clients of the North American Coverage platform. The CCM Team works to ensure coverage, monitoring & execution of all counterparty risk requests for the Corporate platform. The portfolio of clients consists of investment grade, high yield, and LBO groups. In the role, the Credit Associate will interact and develop strong relationships with Bankers (i.e. Coverage), Risk partners, Delegation Holders, and Product Teams (among others, FX, IRD, Commodity, Equity, Global Trade Solutions, Loan Capital Markets, and Leveraged Finance Teams) including coordinating the credit process amongst the various Product and Risk teams to ensure an efficient and smooth turnaround of transactions. The CCM team is organized into 8 sectors, namely Transportation, Consumer Products, Healthcare, Media & Telecom, Tech, Industrials, Gaming & Leisure, and Low Carbon Energy Transition.
In detail
The Credit Associate will be responsible for managing corporate & LBO client relationships from a credit perspective. Specifically, the Credit Associate will be involved in:
• Monitor the credit quality of a portfolio of assigned client names in a given sector, including investment-grade, high yield, and sponsor-owned clients. This includes periodic review of borrower financial statements, press releases, news articles, industry information, rating reports, peer analysis, etc.
• Prepare credit proposals for new client originations, underwritings, refinancings, amendments, and annual reviews.
• Coordinate credit process with relevant coverage, product, and risk teams to ensure efficient turnaround of transactions.
• Present higher risk clients in formal monitoring meetings, including Quarterly Sector Reviews and Watch List.
• Create and maintain client exposure and internal risk ratings using bank rating methodologies.
• Participate in client calls (including bank meetings) as needed for due diligence on assigned client names.
• Maintain reporting related to portfolio including deal flow, exposure tracking, and other general reports.
• Interact with internal and external auditors during loan examinations.
• Interact with other bank branches to coordinate information on group or contributor strategies.
• Mentor juniors and be a team player supporting and working with other team members, bringing value and contributing to the success of the Team
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting or other similar areas,
- Minimum 4+ years prior experience in a Corporate Banking (preferably in corporate credit) environment or Rating Agencies covering corporate clients,
- Solid knowledge of loan structures, terms, credit agreements and projection modeling skills are required,
- Knowledge of general banking products and banking practices,
- Ability to multi-task and ability to work under quick turnaround times as needed in live deal transactions,
- Good verbal and written communication skills; professionalism in dealing with Senior Bankers (Director and above) on a daily basis,
- Self-Starter with ability to take initiative when working alone or with peers,
- Proficiency in Word and Excel,
- Experience with M&A transactions, LBO financing a plus.
- 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 the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **
In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join a dynamic and growing organization, part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future.
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
BNP Paribas’ Financial Institutions Coverage division (FIC) is a product-neutral group dedicated to the coverage of Canada’s financial institution: banks, insurance companies, pensions, governments, and asset managers. The successful candidate will work closely with all members of the team and across all sector verticals.
The mandate of FIC within Corporate and Institutional Banking at BNP Paribas, includes:
- Managing client relationships on a global basis
- Identifying new industry trends and related client needs
- Working closely with our product specialists in delivering tailored solutions to our clients across the full product suite (global markets, DCM, private capital, transactional banking, advisory, and structured solutions)
- Understanding the client background, roadmap and objectives
- Establishing and nurturing regular contacts at all levels of the client organization in order to develop long term business relationships
- Growing existing business, identifying new opportunities for current clients, and prospecting new potential clients for the FIC Canada franchise
In detail
Main responsibilities for the internship:
- Work with relationship bankers throughout the transaction origination cycle as needed
- Perform summary analysis of quarterly and annual financial results across the client portfolio for the purpose of identifying latest trends and new business opportunities
- Analyze, understand, and present revenue composition, performance against historical and budgeted figures, market share coalition data, and other quantitative analysis as required
- Contribute to the preparation of client pitch decks and prepare briefing materials for client meetings
- Research client and industry-wide financial information, business updates, and market trends and provide updates to the FIC team on a weekly basis
- Actively contribute to all special projects
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
Eligibility:
- Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited Canadian post-secondary program
- Must be able to work in the local premises
- Be 18 and over
- Have at least one more semester left after completion of internship
Other skills:
- Currently enrolled in an Undergraduate program, preferably with a finance and/or engineering focus, with a graduation date of December 2025 or May 2026
- Able to manage direct contacts with internal and external clients
- Proactive, reliable and self-starter
- Makes sound decisions that support the organizational direction, values and mission
- Follows through on verbal and written commitments
- Keeps others informed of situations, work assignments, and concerns
- Has a positive, professional and credible reputation both internally and externally
- Communicates effectively orally and in writing, with an emphasis on analytical, logical and persuasive arguments
- Employs active listening skills
Please note that selected candidates will be contacted in January.
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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **
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.
The position at a glance
The mandate of the OPC is to support the CFO of his/her operating entity in the management of the operational risk and to ensure permanent control pillars requirements are met. Therefore, the OPC is responsible for identifying, assessing and mitigating operational risks, materializing, maintaining and improving the permanent control set-up, thus protecting the Bank. In addition, the OPC is responsible for alarming and escalating recurring weaknesses.
OPC team is the point of contact of Finance and Tax Department for LoD2 (Compliance, Risk-ORC or other LoD2 functions). The OPC role is to provide LoD2 with information allowing them to facilitate their independent challenge of the LOD1.
In detail
- Identifying, assessing and mitigating Operational Risks.
- Managing and coordinating with the Finance and Tax teams the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA).
- Based on Risk Profile, implementing and following up on relevant mitigating actions and action plans.
- Partnering with Finance and Tax teams on creation and analysis of the Potential and Historical Incidents.
- Alerting and escalating to the relevant level of management any operational risk incident and any recurring weakness.
- Assessing the quality of Finance and Tax control framework and of its execution, i.e. monitor control execution timeliness and quality.
- Providing to the Finance and Tax senior management opinions and advice on major decisions having an impact on the operational risk management and risk appetite.
- Monitoring permanent control actions and recommendations and ensure the relevance of implementation dates as well as the adequate ownership of recommendations issued by LoD2, LoD3, central supervisors and external audit.
- Managing the implementation of a permanent control framework in compliance with policies, procedures, and guidelines.
- Managing, coordinating, and preparing the quarterly operational risk forum meeting materials and any ad-hoc reporting.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in financial services with a background in Operational Risk and/or Audit.
- Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Finance or Accounting).
- Demonstrate understanding of the need for controls and procedures and their role as part of the overall internal controls framework.
- An outstanding ability to apply quantitative analytical approaches, communicate effectively and confidently (both oral and written) to senior management.
- Ability to work effectively in geographically dispersed cross-functional teams.
- Knowledge of Project Management skills – Strong problem solving and collaboration skills.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Power BI (must have), Power Query (must have), Word, PowerPoint).
- 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 the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
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
Data Analytics, Governance & GBA Digital Strategy is part of the CIB Americas Transversal COO office and is a newly formed team supporting the business and client analytic needs of CIB Global Banking and Global Markets Americas Senior Management, Coverage and Business Lines, ensuring the continued maturity of our data governance and management, as well as spearheading the digital transformation strategy for Global Banking. The team is responsible for identifying the analytical and tooling needs to support the growth and efficiency objectives of the front office and their corporate and institutional clients, building tools that provide accurate, actionable and meaningful business insights through easy-to-use self-serve technologies.
In detail
The candidate filling this position will be responsible supporting the design and preparation of client and product analytics dashboards and ensuring the integrity, consistency, usefulness, quality and speed of the analysis and dashboards to be prepared leveraging sustainable automation techniques. This includes, all performance metrics and analysis for various units within GBA, GMA & Coverage and regional client consolidation. Data included in the dashboards:
- Revenues / Profitability (monthly)
- Deposits (monthly)
- Significant deals booked (monthly)
- Geographic split (monthly)
- Risk Returns (quarterly)
- Client Relationship Management – pipeline & interactions (weekly)
- Competitive benchmarking – (Dealogic – monthly, Coalition – semi-annually)
- Reporting & Analysis
- Work with Client Analytics data scientist to understand the reporting needs and the data required to satisfy the report requirements
- Understand the people, process, and technology behind the data required for reporting in order to make clear decisions on the appropriate data sourcing and collection strategy
- Conduct analysis of the data and ensure required attributes and keys are present to support the required manipulation and dimensioning of the data
- Leverage tools such as Alteryx and Python to automate the processing and normalization of data
- Ensure development processes are documented centrally via tools such as Sharepoint & Confluence
- Ensure appropriate permissions are in place so that data is shared on a need to know basis
- Document end to end workflows and evaluate processes contributing to key data being used
- Provide analysis and reports by performing data extraction, manipulation, and designing of visualizations
- Use tools such as Tableau and PowerBI to develop interactive, actionable visualized dashboards
- Perform maintenance and support enhancement requests of developed reports as needed and prioritized
- Show initiative in suggesting improvements on reports
- Provide support and end user training as required
- Relationship Management with other departments
- Develop partnerships and maintain strong relationships with the following Americas teams as well as develop global relationships across our ecosystem:
- GB / GM Business Management
- CIB Corporate / Institutional Client Development
- Product Lines / Coverage Staff
- Global Client Reporting, Analytics Consulting and the Data Hubs
- Transversal Support Teams
- Develop partnerships and maintain strong relationships with the following Americas teams as well as develop global relationships across our ecosystem:
- Other Tasks
- Continued investigation and research on alternative solutions and technologies to support the platforms
- Develop relationship with other COO teams to understand their business, underlying reporting needs and act as a value-added partner
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
In addition to the skill-set and background normally required for an intern in the Bank, the following represent requirements specifically desired for the position:
Educational Background:
- Undergraduate and or Masters degree ongoing
Working Experience:
- Banking or Finance industry experience a plus
Essential Experience
- Strong data science and technical background
- Solid knowledge of Tableau software, additional dashboarding experience is required (Power BI, etc)
- Knowledge of data processing languages (such as Python or R) and knowledge of additional programming languages is a plus
- Excellent knowledge of SQL and supporting tools (SQL Developer, etc)
- Familiarity with data warehouses, database technologies, and concepts is a plus
- Familiarity with data transfer mechanisms between systems (API’s, XML’s, etc) is a plus
- Experience working in a multi-cultural team and with internal clients
- Very strong communication & presentation skills, both verbal and written
- Advanced analytical skills (business and data) with understanding of how to manipulate and transform data to produce valuable and relevant information for the business
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills, strong attention to detail and ability to adhere to deadlines
- Project management experience is a plus
- Excellent knowledge of MS office suite; VBA macros are strong advantage
- CIB products / processes / systems business knowledge is a plus
Essential Skills / Competencies
- Teamwork & cross cultural awareness – Works effectively in a delivery focused multi-cultural team. Collaborates and shares information and solutions with colleagues, with other teams and stakeholders.
- Drive for results – Delivers high quality work; is dedicated to achieve impact in their work
- Risk awareness – Demonstrates a good awareness of risk and fundamental risk concepts. Always considers risk in his/her daily activities
- Corporate role model, integrity & ethics – Acts with discipline and high ethical standards
- Client focus – Sees stakeholders as well as external clients as “customers” and communicates updates in a regular manner
- Diligent – Displays dedication and prioritizes problems by considering the impact on the business; identifies quick-wins
- Innovative – Thinks laterally to identify other sources of useful information and sees ways around obstacles and barriers. Be creative, pro-active & convincing in terms of finding solutions.
- Technical and Analytical Skills – Understand nuances of reporting requirements and implement the report using the most appropriate technical solution
- Innovation – Thinks laterally to identify other sources of useful information and sees ways around obstacles and barriers. Be creative, pro-active & convincing in terms of finding solutions.
- FINRA Registrations Required: None required
- 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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **
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.
The position at a glance
The Transversal Operational Risk Officer will support RISK ORM Canada in acting as the 2nd Line of Defense for all the BNP Paribas activities based in Canada (i.e. for both the local client activity and the shared services ones), with the key role to support CIB and RISK Senior Management with a comprehensive, transparent, exhaustive and consistent view of Operational Risk Management topics across the territory.
In detail
The Transversal Operational Risk Officer will contribute to the front to back implementation of the Operational Risk (”OR”) Management framework to all Business Lines and Functions present in or served by Canada. More specifically:
- Ensure work is carried out in alignment with OR practices in Americas as well as Group and CIB policies.
- Build and maintain relationships with Business Line and Functions representatives in Canada and the US.
- Collaborate in the assessment, monitoring and effectively challenge of Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) process including effectiveness of control framework and Key Risk Indicators (KRI).
- Oversee, challenge and report on Operational Incidents and uphold the standards of root cause analysis and action plans.
- Follow up on remediation items for adequacy and timely implementation and escalate when appropriate.
- Execute independent testing missions. Evidence and discuss findings with 1LoD stakeholders.
- Support the organization of the Canada Internal Control Committee (ICC) and other committees where RISK ORM Canada is a member.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of relevant background, with demonstrated experience as part of a Risk, Finance, Audit or Compliance team(s).
- Bachelor’s Degree minimum, MBA or Advanced Degree preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with Executive level presentation.
- Ability to influence, to negotiate, to conceptualize issues and translate ideas into solutions.
- Autonomous and critical thinker. Developed attention to details and rigorous approach to research, analysis and documentation.
- Adaptable as to deliver with high quality in a complex, matrix, evolving environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of Prudential Regulations or corporate governance practices a plus
- 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 the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **
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.
The position at a glance
What about applying for a job that is consequential and contributing to making the world a safer and better place? What about being on the front line of the anti-financial crime fight? Are you interested in joining a new team in AML and Control Framework?
BNPP Group has transferred part of AML activities from Compliance to 1LOD to reinforce AML risk culture within the Business and to strengthen the Group AML framework efficiency. Within CIB North America, it means AML L1 alert investigation function is now hosted by USD Clearing and Payments and a new team of investigators was created in Montreal in June 2022.
USD Clearing & Payments Montreal is already the CIB North America team responsible for reviewing Sanctions alerts level 1 and 2 and managing sanctions filters and logics. USD Clearing and Payments has recently been featured as one of the most innovative team with the launch of AI models for sanctions.
As AML Level 1 Investigator, you are expected to perform a thorough review of transactions and parties (or a sample of transactions depending on the number of parties at stake) that generated each suspicious activity alerts. This consist in:
- determining if transactions reviewed seem legitimate and economically sound
- Identifying the parties – their existence, business purpose, geographical location, services provided by BNPP and expected transactional behavior …
- Understanding relationships between parties at stake
- Determining if the alert, including all triggers, can rationally be explained.
Parties and transactions analysis are completed by the AML L1 investigator using internal KYC records, external searches via reputable sources, Request for Information (‘RFI’) to internal stakeholders and/or leveraging on prior alerts and prior case investigations (if any).
- Reviewing any additional red flags such as negative news on a party by running parties in Worldcheck.
- Finally concluding on each alert (either closing the alert as not suspicious, or escalating the alert to Compliance for further investigation) and saving the supporting evidence in Actimize.
To be successful, you primarily need an investigative mindset and a good understanding of AML Red Flags for the businesses of BNPP. You will learn to master the BNPP AML policies/procedures, understand Actimize scenarios and have a very good understanding of BNPP Group products. You will need to have a good command of Excel and investigation tools, and be open to changes toward more and more technology-assisted investigations.
In this role, you will see a direct link between geopolitical tensions and your work. You will actively contribute in the fight against money laundering, terrorism financing, human trafficking, and tax evasion. Your work will matter.
Candidate Success Factors:
Candidates will be measured on the following four performance drivers, which will dictate how individual impact is considered on the Americas platform:
- Results and Impact
- Leadership and Collaboration
- Client, Customer and Stakeholder Focus
- Compliance Culture and Conduct
In detail
Responsibilities:
- Research, analyze, and investigate potentially suspicious Anti-Money Laundering/Counter Terrorist Financing (AML/CTF) activity based on a variety of AML Systems generated alerts from Corporate, Institutional, and Correspondent Banking transactional activity. As necessary, use available research tools (public internet sources as well as third party sites) to identify information concerning transactions warranting further investigation as a case.
- Request additional information by contacting various compliance or business personnel throughout the organization to determine if facts and circumstances surrounding unusual transactions warrant closure of the investigation as not suspicious or if escalation for further investigation is warranted.
- Prepare reports using Excel to display transaction flow of payments and/or other payment activities.
- Create and document comprehensive investigation files which must be completed and self-contained so that readers (law enforcement, examiners, audit, management) can clearly determine why the investigation was started, how it was carried out, and why the conclusion that was/is recommended was/is being made;
- Continuous monitoring of the open alerts in Actimize until a determination can be made to close or escalate to L2 in a timely manner;
- Maintain a good understanding of BSA/AML regulations and FinCEN guidelines relative to Suspicious Activity Monitoring and Reporting as well as current money laundering/terrorist financing schemes and risk typologies, and investigative techniques required to detect such schemes and typologies.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Skills and expertise
- Business:
- Financial Security – Strong knowledge of AML/ KYC, U.S.A. PATRIOT Act, Bank Secrecy Act
- Tax Evasion Prevention
- Know Your Client – KYC
- Transversal:
- Analytical Ability
- Behavioral skills
- Critical thinking
- Attention to Detail/Rigor
- Organization Skills
- Communication Skills- oral & written
- Ability to Deliver/Result driven
- Business:
- Methodologies, tools and technologies:
- Strong computer skills including MS Office Suite.
- Knowledge of Actimize, GCARS, CRDS, RMPM, Worldcheck, LexisNexis, Orbis is a Plus
- Experience level
- 3 years of experience with a financial services firm and/or regulatory organization in an AML compliance, audit, or regulatory related position,
- We will also consider candidates without experience but the right mindset.
Knowledge of the English is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- BA or BS Degree accounting, finance, legal, economics or related discipline is preferred.
- CAMS Certified a plus
FINRA Registrations Required: N/A
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 the English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
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. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
- 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
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **