Keywords: Capital Markets, Regulatory, Conduct, Operational Risk
About the job
- Present in Lisbon and Porto the Global Markets Operational and Permanent Control (GM OPC) teams works to safeguard business operations by identifying risks, analyzing past incidents, and strengthening controls. Working closely with traders, managers, and risk teams to build reports, track key risk indicators, and drive continuous improvement, all the while ensuring compliance with global standards
Your Main Activities Are
- Risk Analysis (help protect profits by studying past incidents, identify risks in Front Office processes and suggest fixes and
review control results and perform detailed checks)
- Business Activity Monitoring (track and report key risk indicators (KRIs) and action plans; follow up on internal/external recommendations, such as audits and regulations; engage stakeholders, namely chase updates and clarify requirements
and contribute to training and knowledge-sharing sessions)
- Reporting (create dashboards/reports for internal and external stakeholders; analyze trends, weekly, monthly and quarterly, and flag issues and improve reporting with automation/digital tools where possible)
- Governance and Tools (ensure data input and quality check; contribute to the governance and other initiatives; prepare materials for and participate in business committees and ad-hoc analysis for set deadlines)
Profile and Skills to Success
- Bachelor’s degree from reputable university
- Fluency in English, both written and oral
- 3 to 5 years of experience in investment banking, capital markets, or a front-office risk or control role, and other positions like Audit, Compliance and Risk
- Strong analytical skills with a critical mindset to evaluate risks and propose actionable solutions
- Advanced Excel and VBA knowledge
- Ability to be Proactive and autonomous, but also a team player able to work with others
About the Team
The team set-up faces increasing Regulatory and Conduct demands beyond pure Operational Risk. As part of Strategy Conduct and Risk (SCR), GM OPC operates over the 3 main regions, through the three following practices:
- Regulatory Practice, that consists on the Support regulatory requirements using a sustainable framework that is aligned with our governance, control plan, and risk assessment.
- Conduct Practice, meaning Assess and challenge the effectiveness of the Conduct Control set up while ensuring full convergence between involved teams.
- Operational Risk Practice, that consists on the Contribute to protect the business such as Profit and Loss (P&L) and reputation.
Global Markets, the capital markets division of BNP Paribas' Corporate & Institutional Banking, is a powerhouse delivering top-tier solutions across asset classes. Our Portugal Platform, located in Porto and Lisbon stands as a major European HUB and a unique player in the country, boasting a wide range of Front Office roles and services, such as Trading, Sales, Research, Structuring, Quants and Engineering, Business Development and Support, Marketing and Client Support, Risk Management, Data Analytics and Machine Learning. With rapid growth and ambitions to make a global impact, we offer numerous short and long-term opportunities. Get a glimpse into our world- Check out our Global Markets Portugal webpage
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Why joining BNP Paribas?
- Leading banking institution
Leading player in banking and financial services in Europe, BNP Paribas operates in 64 countries and has nearly 178,000 employees, including more than 144,000 in Europe
The Group holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services that are structured around three operating divisions:
- Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) connects companies needing financing and institutional clients looking for investment opportunities division that offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients.
- Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS) brings together all our commercial banks and several specialised businesses
- Investment & Protection Services (IPS) combines a unique continuum of products and services across protection, saving, investment and real estate including specialised businesses offering a wide range of savings, investment and protection services
In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 9.220 employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 centres of expertise providing value-added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group also operates.
- Diversity and Inclusion commitment
BNP Paribas ´ambition is to cultivate an open and responsive environment for all that encourages collaboration and interaction. We demonstrate our commitment by actively contributing to the Group’s Diversity and Inclusion strategy and goals, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As part of our local Corporate and Social Responsibility – Diversity & Inclusion strategy, BNP Paribas Portugal is committed to:
- Promote a fair and unbiased recruitment process and offer professional development opportunities to all employees
- Celebrate diversity and advocate for inclusion, both externally and internally, encouraging employee’s participation, creating space for different voices to be heard.
To foster the effort of BNP Paribas Portugal, multiple initiatives and events take place throughout the year where our people can find out more on the importance of diversity inclusion at the workplace and in our society.
- 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 options adapted to our hybrid working environment. To ensure a comfortable and efficient working setup, eligible employees are provided with both office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional items at reduced prices.
- Commitment towards work/life balance
Supporting employees in a hybrid way of working while providing them with the means to maintain a work-life balance is an essential dimension of our Smart Working program. At BNP Paribas, we care about our employees’ wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and personal life.
To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas please read our Employee Value Proposition and our Career path page.
* 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.
