The IT Digital Officer reports directly to the APAC CIB Head of IT Architecture and functionally to Global ITO Industrial Transformation. S/he will be responsible for guarding the digital estate and ensuring digital / AI deployment meets security, regulatory and control* standards, in compliance with company’s internal policies as well as regulatory requirements. In addition, he/she will directly manage the team of APAC ITO Context Engineers (Data Scientists) who bring use cases to life from design, development and integration to production while ensuring digital governance compliance.
* The model for IT controls related to the framework is to be reviewed and finalized.
Key Responsibilities
Use case integration
Direct management of the team of 5 APAC ITO Context Engineers (Data Scientists) with a mandate to convert banking data into actionable digital / AI insights
Work closely with IT teams (e.g. Architecture, Developers), responsible for bringing use cases from concept to production (specification, development and integration) for ITO and selected Metiers and Functions, building pipelines and reusable scripts for data analysis, creating KPI / KRI visualizations; and ensuring digital governance compliance
Control Tower
Ensure digital and AI strategies / deployments comply with regulations and IT standards
Execute the IT control plan and report results to management
Define and regularly update the control plan according to the outcome of the risk assessment
Ensure IT control results are reviewed and analysed by Entity Management and when relevant, operational teams / relevant stakeholders define necessary remediation action plans
Work in conjunction with Global CIB Control Tower teams / ITO CCCO to produce dashboards presenting key metrics on digital / AI risk management framework and to implement new controls to mitigate new risks emerging from technologies
Propose and prepare proactively staff communication to reinforce awareness on the digital and AI control framework when necessary
Compliance & Governance
Act as a bridge, when required, between regional teams and Central governance regarding regional risk, compliance and regulatory topics related to digital matters (e.g. contribution to risk assessment, regulatory compliance)
Coordinate with IT Risk and prepare response to auditors / regulators when contribution is required
Articulation and coordination with LOD2 and any relevant teams (in particular with APAC RISK and Compliance teams) to ensure that regulatory changes related to digital / AI are properly captured and oversee the progress of remedial actions with different owners
Advise on IT governance best practices and policy enhancements
Other contributions
Advise on any collaboration or engagement with Fintechs following internal Innovation governance
Lead / contribute to ad-hoc projects requiring digital expertise
Ensure consistency in communication / digital tools (e.g. community with digital and AI teams)
Competencies (Technical / Behavioral)
Technical attributes
At least 10 years of experience in digital transformation, data, architecture and IT risk and control within the banking / financial services industry
Expertise in digital banking, agile methodologies, cloud platforms, and Fintech partnerships
Strong knowledge of APAC regulatory requirements pertaining to AI and digital
Ability to interpret regulatory notices, guidelines or policies and map them with BNP Paribas framework is desirable
Strong project management skills and the ability to coordinate, prioritize and execute initiatives
Strong technology background with hands-on development experience working in product and projects development
Strong team management and development skills, with the ability to coach and mentor team members at varying levels of experience
Personal attributes
Self-motivated, results driven, resourceful and independent with the ability to follow through
Methodical, analytical and organized, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage change and complexity with confidence
Flexible to address a wide variety of topics simultaneously and in a structured manner
Excellent communication and stakeholders’ management skills
Strong influencing and interpersonal skills, with ability to effectively influence and work with stakeholders at all levels and to cultivate positive working relationships across functions
About BNP PARIBAS
As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance.
We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.
• BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community
• BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization
• Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness
• BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds
BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.
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Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB)
Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) acts as a bridge between two types of clients: corporate clients and institutional clients - banks, insurance companies and asset managers. CIB teams connect the financing needs of the former with the investment opportunities sought by the latter, by offering them tailor-made solutions in the areas of capital markets, securities services, financing, risk management, cash management and financial advice.
