In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. 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 Strategic Governance & Credit Platform” (RISK SGCP) is a transversal team within the Global RISK Function covering all businesses, countries where the Group is established. At the North America regional (NAR) level, RISK SGCP’s main missions are centered on:
o Credit portfolio Analysis and Risk Reporting,
o Data Management,
o Strategic risk analysis, including coordination of Risk forums,
o Risk ID, anticipation and RAS stress testing
Within RISK SGCP, the responsibilities of the “Credit Portfolio Analysis and Risk Reporting” are comprised around below areas:
- Monitor and analyze the evolution of the Bank’s credit risk portfolio for NAR including identification and assessment of the portfolio dynamics over time (including risk appetite metrics, ad-hoc “deep dives”, etc.)
- Production of dashboards and Credit risk information to be communicated to external and internal stakeholders including General Management, Board of Directors, Internal management committees, Regulators, Head Office.
- Key liaison and support for RISK Corporate that includes production of analysis and reports covering their portfolio, KRIs.
- Review and improvement of underlying data contributing to Credit risk and participation to help remediate the issues as needed.
- Contribute to ad hoc projects that enable more efficient ways to analyze and use Credit risk data.
In detail
- To produce, analyze and compile credit risk information to serve the needs of internal (Banks’ Board of Directors, Senior Management, CRO, RISK Corporate, Head Office) and external stakeholders (various Supervisors).
- To analyze in close coordination with the Risk practitioners the evolution of the credit portfolio quality, understand its trends and dynamics and contribute to the anticipation of any adverse development being it in a sector, geography, métier, etc.
- To analyze the credit CoR evolution and dynamic incl. performing sensitivity analyses in order to help the Risk practitioners anticipate on the CoR.
- To assist in the building of a comprehensive framework of credit portfolio risk analytics and to deliver to the senior management focused and timely credit portfolio information meant to enlighten decision makers on current and forward-looking credit portfolio risks.
- Contribute to the Bank’s Risk Appetite Framework such as the RAS, the Risk identification for Credit & Counterparty Risks.
- To contribute to topics between Business and RISK when reviewing Business strategies and their impact on the credit and counterparty risk profile, notably in the RAS review, Group Budget and Strat Plan exercises, and to accompany them with relevant information and analysis of credit portfolio risks.
- To contribute to the budgetary and risk identification exercises by providing relevant information and analysis of credit portfolio risks.
- To identify and raise any data quality issues impacting the credit portfolio and help with remediation by working with Data Quality team.
- Contributes to ongoing projects that enhance ways or working.
- Contribute to the Credit Stress Testing and provisioning.
Work conditions: This position provides for standard working conditions in an office and a normal work schedule from Monday to Friday.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Bachelor’s in finance or related.
- Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Corporate and Institutional Banking sectors.
- Good to have a master’s degree in finance or CFA/FRM equivalent.
- Good knowledge of credit & counterparty risks.
- Good to have technical knowledge like SAS, Python, Power BI (other similar visual tools).
- Excellent communication skills, and ability to present comprehensive risk reviews to Senior Management.
- Good organization skills to manage under tight deadlines the complexity of processes and the high number of stakeholders to coordinate.
- Strong analytical and inquisitive mindset to synthesize large amounts of information in management level presentations.
- Ability to contribute to value-added projects on a long-term basis.
- Sense of details, accuracy, and presentation without losing the “main picture”.
- Commitment to deliver results in line with client’s expectations.
- Resilience to heavy workload.
- 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 are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
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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;
- If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
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).
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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 2025
- Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2025
- Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
- Pride at Work Canada
- 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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*** While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted***
