ASEAN Economist

In Asia Pacific, BNP Paribas is one of the best-positioned international financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence since 1860. Currently with over 18,000 employees* and a presence in 13 markets, BNP Paribas provides corporates, institutional and private investors with product and service solutions tailored to their specific needs. It offers a wide range of financial services covering corporate & institutional banking, wealth management, asset management, insurance, as well as retail banking and consumer financing through strategic partnerships. 

Worldwide, BNP Paribas has a presence in 68 markets with more than 193,000 employees. It has key positions in its three main activities: Domestic Markets and International Financial Services (whose retail-banking networks and financial services are covered by Retail Banking & Services) and Corporate & Institutional Banking, which serves two client franchises: corporate clients and institutional investors. Asia Pacific is a key strategic region for BNP Paribas and it continues to develop its franchise in the region.  

* excluding partnerships

BNP Paribas offers you an exciting career in an international business environment that is fast-paced, diverse and focuses on creating high-value relationships with our clients. We offer competitive salary and benefits, as well as a working environment where you’re valued as part of the team.

Primary Role Responsibilities:

• Track ASEAN economies (Indonesia, Thailand, Singapore) macro data
• Build framework and forecast GDP, Inflation, Fiscal deficit, Current Account and Policy rates
• Publish research reports together with other economists and strategist in the global team
• Speak to clients and express BNPP views
• Build quantitative models to improve forecasts
• Speak to global team and understand global views too
• Engage with strategists to ensure strong markets focus

Skills/Qualifications:

• Economist or strategist with 2–7 years of ASEAN experience
• A master’s degree in economics, finance or statistics (including econometrics)
• SMS Office skills
• Excellent English communication
• Familiarity with R or Python is a plus.