About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
About Business line/Function :
The GM Sales and Trading Assistants (SATA) are responsible for assisting the front office in their day-to-day activities through, but not limited to proper deal capture flow, life cycle events management, controls and post trades services. SATA is expected to show initiative, flexibility, accuracy, good communication and commitment working in the front office environment. This role will be supporting Equity Derivatives Trading Desk.
Job Title:
Senior Associate/ Associate Manager/ Manager
Date:
Department:
Front office Support, Global Markets
Location:
Mumbai
Business Line / Function:
GM COO Office
Reports to:
(Direct)
Grade:
(if applicable)
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
-
Directorship / Registration:
NA
Position Purpose
The GM Sales and Trading Assistants (SATA) are responsible for assisting the front office in their day-to-day activities through, but not limited to proper deal capture flow, life cycle events management, controls and post trades services. SATA is expected to show initiative, flexibility, accuracy, good communication and commitment working in the front office environment. This role will be supporting Equity Derivatives Trading Desk.
Responsibilities
· Work closely with various internal parties i.e. Sales, Trading, Business Managers, RMs, Operation, IT, Risk, Client Services, Compliance, Legal etc.
· Handle, operate, and follow up on post-trade process to ensure smooth front to back, including manual booking in the front office systems and verifying the details from Trader instructions or other sources
· Ensure PNL are booked and reported correctly
· Provide timely support for both external and internal queries and solve post-trade related issues.
· Prepare regular reports for the Trading desk
· Assist on ad-hoc requests and handle queries in a timely manner
· Product Scopes: mainly and not limited to Listed and OTC Vanilla Options, Forwards, Variance/Volatility Swaps, CFDs, Equity Swaps, Dividend Swaps and other exotic products.
· Also participate in continuous improving of workflow and product developments, including system migrations and system enhancements
Specific Qualifications (if required)
· Minimum 2-5 years of experience working in a related role
(Front office assistant or Middle-Office)
· Background in Applied Mathematics, Programming, Economics, Scientific and Technical knowledge would be preferred
· Strong programming or computer skills is an advantage, with mandatory knowledge/usage of Python
· Strong product and market knowledge involving Derivatives
· Good understanding of market conventions, workflows, and transaction life cycles to ensure a successful and smooth process
· Ability to thrive under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
· Ability to work independently as well as a strong team player
· Effective communication skills - written and verbal
· Excellent attention to details and good problem-solving skills
· Risk awareness and understands its impact to Front Office and Operational risk
· Strong decision making and analytical skills
· Ability to manage change and complexity with confidence
· Client focused and commercial thinking
· Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
· Self-motivated and genuine interest in Banking and Finance
· Proficiency in Microsoft office (MS Word, Excel & Power point)
· Knowledge of BNPP systems would be a plus
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Critical thinking
Communication skills - oral & written
Attention to detail / rigor; Ability to work under pressure
Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Good Analytical MindsetGood IT Knowledge (e.g., Python, Excel, VBA, SQL, data-analysis)
Education Level:
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 2-3 year
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
