BNP Paribas Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) is a leading European investment bank with global leadership in many of our businesses. We are part of the BNP Paribas Group, one of the largest financial institutions globally, with solid foundations and a proven ability to adapt to change. If you are thinking about a career in investment banking, there is no better place to begin your journey than with BNP Paribas CIB. With a presence in 73 countries and with more than 196,000 employees, including around 149,000 in Europe, BNP Paribas can offer you an exciting start to your career.
The Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, the Group has four domestic markets (Belgium, France, Italy and Luxembourg) and BNP Paribas Personal Finance is the European leader in consumer lending.
Business Area / Dept Overview
Sitting within the Financial Institutions Coverage (FIC) group, our FIC Corporate Finance department offers advisory services for mergers and acquisitions (M&A), primary equity capital markets (ECM) transactions and balance sheet restructuring.
Job Purpose
This role sits in the Corporate Finance area of FIC, covering Banks, Insurance, Fintechs and Diversified Financials; where we help these institutions in delivering their M&A, Corporate Finance, Strategic Advisory and Public Market requirements with a focussed international approach
Core accountabilities of role
Working as an intern, your role will include:
· Financial analysis and valuation by developing quantitative models
· Preparing presentations and information in the origination and execution framework for transactions
· Actively participating in the transaction process
· Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects
· Assisting in conducting industry research and analysis
· Preparing pitch books, presentations and memorandums
· Coordinating with professional parties and/or the Stock Exchange on working progress controlling
· Performing due diligence, reviewing and analysing results of due diligence exercises
· Monitoring the progress of the listing / transaction process.
Knowledge, Skill and Experience
CANDIDATE PROFILE
· Excellent presentation, communication and written skills
· Good at building relationships
· Analytical thinking and strong attention to detail
· Ability to work within a team and autonomously
TECHNICAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
· Strong academic record with Bachelors or Master’s degree, ideally in Finance, Economics, Accountancy, Financial Analysis, Valuation or Corporate Strategy OR this internship can be a part of your course.
· Previous internship experience in Corporate Finance or M&A. Any experience in related fields such as private equity, audit or transaction services would also be useful
· High level of technical skills in Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
· Strong modelling and quantitative skills
· Fluency in English, any other European language would be considered as a plus
CONDUCT
· Be a role model, supporting and fostering a culture of good conduct
· Demonstrate proactivity, transparency, and accountability for identifying and managing conduct risks
· Consider the implications of your actions on colleagues
Location : London
Start Date : February/March 2025
Duration : 6 months
Salary : Competitive
