Risk Rotational Analyst - Graduate

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The position at a glance

The RISK Rotational Graduate Analyst role is a permanent position that starts with approximately two (2) years journey in duration within the RISK Americas Junior Talent Program.

The RISK Americas Junior Talent Program has been designed as a succession of 8- to 12-month long assignments within 2 to 3 different RISK teams. During these initial 24 months, the graduates will be developing their technical and soft skills in a stimulating environment. This program offers valuable international and cross-business/functions exposure, as well as learning, development and networking opportunities.

At the end of the 24 months period, the analyst will join one RISK teams on a permanent basis.

The role will be located in Montreal, where BNPP RISK has created a Shared-Service platform with the mandate to deliver high-quality services to the RISK teams in Americas and globally.

In addition, as a BNP Paribas Canada Graduate, you will benefit from tools to develop yourself and discover your potential through hands-on experiences, customized trainings, networking sessions and transversal projects:

• Engage in an initial induction training that will give you the tools to succeed and allow you to network with your Graduate class across all business divisions
• Have a dedicated Program Partner who will act as your go-to resource, as well as a dedicated senior business leader specifically aligned to champion the success of your class
• Participate in senior speaker events and roundtable discussions to network with colleagues and gain a comprehensive understanding of financial markets
• Learn about industry topics through ongoing workshops and trainings as part of a bespoke graduate curriculum, as well as philanthropic and social events
• Be placed on a fast-track career trajectory with the opportunity for both lateral and upward mobility

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RISK Montreal Hub

The RISK Montreal Hub constitutes the latest addition of Shared Services Platforms developed for the RISK Function.

Working directly with our U.S. colleagues, we ensure a high risk management oversight of their activities. We operate through 6 teams composed of high-quality profiles and diverse skills talents gathered internationally to reach the excellence of the services provided and help to better protect and serve our Bank.

RISK Montreal Hub is a transversal platform for the RISK Function covering added-value activities from Monitoring of risks to Models development and validation, Governance and Data Science across a wide range of underlying risks: Credit Risk, Market Risk, Counterparty, Operational Risk and Cyber Risk. It consists of but not limited to the 6 teams below.

Operational Risk Management (“RISK ORM”):

The team contributes, in close proximity with Business Lines and Functions, to the continuous improvement of the Group’s operational performance and resilience. More specifically, the mission of RISK ORM is to oversee the effective and efficient functioning of the permanent control framework and the independent risk management of operational and ICT risks.

RISK Market and Financial Institutions Markets (“RISK MFI”):

The team provides Senior Management of the Group, of the RISK Function and of Global Markets with full transparency and dynamic analysis with respect to the market, counterparty, valuation and liquidity risks originated and managed by GM and FIC business lines, in order to assist them in their risk decision making.

RISK Independent Review & Control (“RISK IRC”):

The team supports model risk management by providing independent reviews and controls for a wide range of models used in the region, as well as model governance.

Based in Montreal, the team leverages its quantitative‑modelling expertise to support Group Risk streams, namely Modeling and Simulation for You (“MS4U”) and RISK ESG, building models for credit risk, stress‑testing, climate risk and AI‑driven solutions, with the goal of becoming a center of excellence and the primary quantitative‑analytics provider for the broader risk community across the Americas and Europe.

RISK Strategic Governance & Credit Platform (“RISK SGCP”):

The team aims at animating and maintaining the Group’s Strategic Risk Governance Framework in close collaboration with RISK Poles and Businesses, allowing for risk appetite decisions and orientations on business strategies and related risk taking, creating and animating a Credit Platform with the global mandate of building a transversal and consistent framework covering all credit-related topics across the Group (excluding credit risk delegation decisions).

RISK Global Services (RISK “GS”):

The team provides a high level of services to the rest of the RISK teams through 3 transversal activities:

• Resources and expertise to accompany RISK teams on their regulatory & transformation projects
• Permanent control and Business management of RISK activities
• Support to the RISK teams in their day-to-day utilization of the RISK Systems owned application in a global follow-the-sun model.

RISK Asset Liabilities Management Treasury (RISK “ALMT”):

The team contributes to :

• the definition of limits/guidelines; review them periodically
• independently assess and monitor the liquidity risk management process
• the review and validation of the ALMT models used in Americas.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE RISK QUANTITATIVE ANALYST

Responsibilities of the Quantitative Analyst will differ based on initial risk stream placement but could include:

• Actively participate in delivery of end-to-end solutions for calculation of VaR, Stress and Regulatory Capital
• Develop, improve, and participate in the periodic recalibration process of different risk models
• Conduct independent quantitative reviews of models used within CUSO IHC in accordance with internal standards and regulatory guidance, in particular SR11-7
• Provide challenge of conceptual soundness, reasonableness of model output, implementation and any other relevant modelling aspects impacting fit-for-use.
• Performing credit analysis on financial sponsor, private equity and other asset manager counterparties.
• Coordinating aspects of a credit process in liaison with Coverage, Business, and other Functions.
• Gathering and transforming data into risk information to provide internal and external stakeholders with a holistic understanding of the Bank’s current and anticipated risks
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative risk analysis
• Supporting the development of the Risk infrastructure (i.e. systems, models and services) to quantify, analyze and report risks

The Strengths And Skills That Will Help You Succeed

Our programs are a springboard for college students to launch their careers through exciting and intellectually stimulating opportunities. They are highly dynamic, well designed and crafted to build your professional skills and capabilities. To succeed within our teams, we look for those with a strong academic background, sharp analytical and problem-solving skills, and the ability to articulate ideas and communicate well, to clients and colleagues.

• Master’s degree [CT1] or other advanced degrees in Quantitative fields (Finance, Economics, Actuarial Science, Financial Engineering, etc.)
• Competency in working with large data sets, time series analysis, statistical analysis, outlier detection, regression models, statistical factor models
• Strong analytical skills and knowledge of quantitative risk models, financial engineering and financial products valuation techniques
• Project management knowledge
• Interest in financial industry and capital market activities
• Experience or interest in Predicting Modeling and Data Science techniques
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Suite and other communication tools
• Not afraid to be challenged by new subjects or experts
• Strong quantitative and qualitative analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (written and verbal)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to respect deadlines
• Ability to multi-task and work collaboratively within a team
• Ability to apply theoretical and technical knowledge to solve practical problems
• Programming experiencing in statistical or mathematical languages such as SAS, R, Python, or MATLAB
• A keen intellectual curiosity and sense of drive
• Internship experience within financial services preferred

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 at 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;
• If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. BNP Paribas will work with you to ensure that you are able to participate fully in the process;
• 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;
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. These will be clearly mentioned in the qualifications of the 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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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.

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