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Senior Credit Analyst

Mise à jour le 30.11.2024
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In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2024. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal. 

The position at a glance

Corporate Credit Management (“CCM”) is a transversal team in support of the approximately 800 Corporate Clients of the North American Coverage platform. The CCM Team works to ensure coverage, monitoring & execution of all counterparty risk requests for the Corporate platform. The portfolio of clients consists of investment grade, high yield, and LBO groups. In the role, the Credit Associate will interact and develop strong relationships with Bankers (i.e. Coverage), Risk partners, Delegation Holders, and Product Teams (among others, FX, IRD, Commodity, Equity, Global Trade Solutions, Loan Capital Markets, and Leveraged Finance Teams) including coordinating the credit process amongst the various Product and Risk teams to ensure an efficient and smooth turnaround of transactions. The CCM team is organized into 8 sectors, namely Transportation, Consumer Products, Healthcare, Media & Telecom, Tech, Industrials, Gaming & Leisure, and Low Carbon Energy Transition.

In detail

The Credit Associate will be responsible for managing corporate & LBO client relationships from a credit perspective. Specifically, the Credit Associate will be involved in:

• Monitor the credit quality of a portfolio of assigned client names in a given sector, including investment-grade, high yield, and sponsor-owned clients. This includes periodic review of borrower financial statements, press releases, news articles, industry information, rating reports, peer analysis, etc.

• Prepare credit proposals for new client originations, underwritings, refinancings, amendments, and annual reviews.

• Coordinate credit process with relevant coverage, product, and risk teams to ensure efficient turnaround of transactions.

• Present higher risk clients in formal monitoring meetings, including Quarterly Sector Reviews and Watch List. 

• Create and maintain client exposure and internal risk ratings using bank rating methodologies.

• Participate in client calls (including bank meetings) as needed for due diligence on assigned client names. 

• Maintain reporting related to portfolio including deal flow, exposure tracking, and other general reports.

• Interact with internal and external auditors during loan examinations.  

• Interact with other bank branches to coordinate information on group or contributor strategies.

• Mentor juniors and be a team player supporting and working with other team members, bringing value and contributing to the success of the Team

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Economics, Accounting or other similar areas,
  • Minimum 4+ years prior experience in a Corporate Banking (preferably in corporate credit) environment or Rating Agencies covering corporate clients,
  • Solid knowledge of loan structures, terms, credit agreements and projection modeling skills are required,
  • Knowledge of general banking products and banking practices,
  • Ability to multi-task and ability to work under quick turnaround times as needed in live deal transactions,
  • Good verbal and written communication skills; professionalism in dealing with Senior Bankers (Director and above) on a daily basis,
  • Self-Starter with ability to take initiative when working alone or with peers,
  • Proficiency in Word and Excel,
  • Experience with M&A transactions, LBO financing a plus.
  • Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of the English is required.

What’s in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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What you need to know

  • We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
  • BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process, you can contact accessibility [at] us.bnpparibas (dot) com
  • You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries, with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas’ mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,400 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

  • Montreal’s Top Employers 2024
  • Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2024
  • Women in Governance  – Parity certified - Platinum certification
  • Pride at Work Canada
  • Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
  • Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
  • Synclusiv
  • Ready, Willing and Able 
  • Autisme sans Limites 
  • LinkedIn Top Companies 2024

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