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.
Internship program
As an intern, you will benefit from a 4-month program that aims to give you the tools to develop yourself and discover your potential through customized training, networking sessions and transversal projects.
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The position at a glance
RISK function is the Bank’s Second Line of Defense, providing independent review, challenge and communication on the risk profile generated by all business lines.
“RISK – RISK Strategic Governance & Credit Platform Americas” (RISK SGCP) is a transversal team within the Risk Function covering all businesses, countries where the Group is established. Its main missions are centered on:
- Data management,
- Reporting of credit and counterparty risks,
- Strategic risk analysis, including coordination of Risk forums,
- Data Analytics & governance topics,
In detail
- Design, code, test, and maintain Python scripts that automate data extraction, transformation, validation, and reporting tasks.
- Analyze existing SAS programs, understand data flow and business logic and reimplement functional equivalents in Python using libraries such as pandas
- Gather requirements from business users and translate them into visualization specifications. Build, test, and publish Power BI reports and dashboards that consume data pipelines produced in Python.
- Identify opportunities to streamline existing processes, suggest best‑practice tools, and contribute to the team’s knowledge base.
- To streamline credit‑risk reporting so that it meets the requirements of internal stakeholders (Board of Directors, senior management, CRO) and external parties (supervisory authorities, rating agencies).
- Enhance and expand the current dashboards to provide a forward‑looking perspective on risk‑related metric
- Suggest process improvements, new controls to lead to better data quality
- 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.
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s program in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Must have technical knowledge like SAS, Python, Power BI (other similar visual tools)
- Ability to dissect manual processes, identify repetitive steps, and propose automated alternatives.
- Advanced reporting software skills
- Good knowledge of credit & counterparty risk
- Good organization skills to manage under tight deadlines the complexity of processes and the high number of stakeholders to coordinate
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with a willingness to develop and practice presenting information to senior‑management
- Sense of details, accuracy and presentation without losing the “main picture”
- Commitment to deliver results in line with client’s expectations
- Resilience to heavy workload and flexibility to work on varied streams in the team
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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