Do you want to develop a career in a business that is a passionate about sustainability and making a difference in the world? Then you are in the right place. At BNP Paribas, our ambition is to build a sustainable future for our clients and the people we work with … but we can’t do that without you!
Who we are
BNP Paribas Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) is a global provider of sustainably tailored financial services and solutions to corporate and institutional clients. With more than 20,000 people in 57 countries across EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), Asia-Pacific and the Americas, we offer solutions tailored to all our clients across capital markets, financing, treasury and financial advisory.
We are “the bank for a changing world” and recently won the award for being the world’s best bank for sustainable finance. To play our part in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable energy by 2030, we’ve placed the United Nations Sustainable Goals (SDG) at the heart of our business model. They impact the companies we do business with, the projects we finance and the people we invest in. We’re proud to be playing a leading role in guiding our clients towards responsible growth, and a lower-carbon economy, by co-creating financial solutions that align their business strategy with the SDG. We need more change agents – so join us today to help us with our mission!
At BNP Paribas, we see value in diversity, equal opportunity, and the quality of our lives together. That’s why the Group works daily with all its stakeholders to create an environment that is respectful of everyone, based on equality, and where fighting discrimination represents a primary goal.
Who will I be working with?
You will be working in one of our Global Markets teams as a Level 4 Investment Operations Specialist Apprentice (CISI Qualification). Global Markets offers consistent client service and innovative solutions for investment, hedging and financing opportunities. Our integrated platform ensures clients have everything they need in one place, across asset classes and across the world.
What will I be doing?
This role works within the operational and administrative side of the business which will require you to perform complex and specialised tasks and become fluent in the Bank’s systems and processes. Such duties can include:
- Working closely with Sales and Trading teams to optimize pre and post-trade booking efficiency
- Coordinating with Middle Office and Operations to guarantee timely and accurate transaction settlement
- Enabling global clients to access electronic trading capabilities (FX, Rates, Repo, Credit)
- Serving as primary support for over 30,000 clients, fostering strong relationships with Sales, Trading, and IT stakeholders to resolve issues promptly and effectively
- Providing real-time monitoring of trades and systems, identifying and addressing potential issues
- Partnering with Electronic Brokers to enhance trading capabilities and expand market access
- Strategic and dynamic vision to help Sales adapt to market, regulatory and process change
Technical Skills and Qualifications required for the role
- Three A-levels or equivalent to 96 UCAS points (and GCSE Maths and English)
- Preferred candidates who are finishing A-levels in 2025 or attained within the past 12 months
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Excellent attention to detail skills
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written
- Strong interpersonal skills
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
Duration: 20 months
Location: London
Apprentices need to have a continued right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the programme.
If you have any questions about this apprenticeship role, please email us at BNPPApprenticeships [at] weareams (dot) com
