About the job
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Trainee to join our team. This role offers hands-on experience in managing control libraries, assisting with control execution, analyzing results, and supporting stakeholders in implementing action plans. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of risk management, operational controls, and regulatory compliance, with a strong eagerness to learn.
Your Main Activities Are
- Support and coordinate meetings, presentations, and follow-ups for various committees
- Manage and communicate exchange-related requests with stakeholders (Statistics; KPIS; presentations; etc.)
- Provide regular updates, including:
- Weekly status reports on exchange enquiries to RPC’s senior management
- Support the team to produce regular reporting on the main operational risk indicators
- Use different tools to collect and analyze data, as well as structuring queries and performing routine maintenance of reports
- Assist in tracking and completing actions for recommendations where the team is a coordinator or owner
Profile and Skills to Success
- Undergraduate / Bachelor Degree in Business Management, Economics or Finance
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), SharePoint, Outlook
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Perfect fluency in English
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
About the Team
The Operational Permanent & Control (OPC) team plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization by identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks. We collaborate closely with business units, compliance, and senior leadership to ensure robust control frameworks, regulatory adherence, and continuous improvement in risk management practices. Our team drives transparency through data-driven reporting, stakeholder engagement, and proactive issue resolution—fostering a culture of accountability and resilience.
By joining us, you’ll gain exposure to end-to-end risk processes, cross-functional projects, and strategic initiatives while contributing to a dynamic environment where analytical rigor and teamwork are valued.
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Why joining BNP Paribas?
· Leading banking institution
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank, and key player in international banking. It operates in 63 countries and has nearly 183.000 employees, including more than 146.000 in Europe.
· Our presence in Portugal
In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 8.700 employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 excellence centers providing value-added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group also operates.
· International reach
Thanks to its international presence and regular and close collaboration among its different entities, BNP Paribas has the resources to support all clients with financing, investment, savings and protection solutions that help make their projects a success. BNP Paribas holds key positions in its three core operating divisions:
- Retail Banking, a division that brings together all of the Group’s retail activities and specialised business lines;
- Investment & Protection Services that include specialised businesses offering a wide range of savings, investment and protection services;
- Corporate & Institutional Banking division that offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients.
· Diversity and Inclusion commitment
BNP Paribas is an equal opportunity employer and proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. We are actively committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Equity and diversity are at the core of our recruitment policy because we believe that they foster creativity and efficiency, which in turn increase performance and productivity. We strive to reflect the society we live in, while keeping with the image of our clients.
· Commitment towards work/life balance
At BNP Paribas we care about our employees wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and rest. We believe our employees have rich personal lives outside of work, being fundamental to be disconnected from work to recharge both physically and mentally. Only through this balance we may all be at our best while working.
· Remote Working Conditions
At BNP Paribas, we embrace a Smart Working framework based on trust, autonomy and collaboration. Within this framework, eligible employees can benefit from flexible remote working modalities adapted to our hybrid working environment. To guarantee a comfortable and efficient working set-up, eligible employees are provided with both the office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional equipment at reduced prices.
To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas visit https://bnpp.lk/why-BNP-Paribas-Portugal
* Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.
* In case you are selected for this role, further documentation will be requested to support your hiring process.
