Job Title: Vice President – Project Manager

Department: Markets Operations - Valuation & TS - External Reconciliations

About Business line/Function: Market Operations are divided into 3 product value chains & 3 cross-business departments. Trade Processing – Listed Derivatives, Securities and Prime and FXMM & OTCD Support are the product chains with Cross Business Lifecycle, Collateral & Treasury Forecasting and Liquidity Monitoring and Valuation & Transversal Services being the cross-department functions. 

We aim to streamline processes, ensure service continuity, deliver best-in-class client service, lead innovative operations and foster expertise and innovation among our teams in a rapidly evolving context.

Position Purpose: We are looking for a dynamic, strategic, and operationally savvy leader to partner with our Reconciliations leadership team as a Project Manager. This is a high‑visibility role that will shape the way Operations function, drive strategic initiatives, and enhance the effectiveness of the Operations organization. The incumbent will work closely with the Reconciliations Operations & IT leads, driving strategic initiatives, operational oversight, and cross‑functional leadership. The incumbent will act as a facilitator and enabler to the Operations lead on a variety of transversal initiatives by coordinating: finance, strategic projects, governance meetings and change management. The incumbent will own the Reconciliations change BOW and work with the Ops & IT teams to drive them to closure.

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

Strategic & Executive Support

·       Track and monitor projects of high importance & critical to the organization, including tracking to 

        budget, effort and deliverable.

·       Demonstrate strong expertise in operational domain and variety of transversal topics.

·       Develop, maintain, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs)

·       Enable data‑driven decision‑making across the organization by delivering regular dashboards and   

        ad‑hoc analyses.

·       Build and maintain a robust analytics framework to surface actionable insights from operational data

·       Responsible for communication of key agendas and for ideation to help resolutions.

·       Provide strategic directions for Reconciliation processes across multiple regions.

·       Support senior leadership with actionable MIS, Dashboard, and insights on breaks, ageing, and 

        risk exposure.

·       Drive continues improvement initiatives to enhance reconciliation efficiency and accuracy.

Project Planning & Execution

•         Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and success criteria for reconciliation initiatives.

•         Build detailed work plans, schedules, resource matrices and budgets.

•         Apply a recognised methodology and monitor progress against milestones.

Stakeholder Management

•         Act as the single point of contact for business lines, , IT, risk, compliance etc.

•         Conduct regular governance meetings, produce status reports and escalations when needed.

•         Align project outcomes with stakeholder expectations and regulatory requirements.

Process & Data Governance

•         Map current reconciliation workflows, identify gaps and root cause analyses of mismatches.

•         Design and implement process enhancements, controls and automation (RPA, data matching 

         engines).

•         Ensure data lineage, quality standards and auditability are maintained.

•         Ensure adherence to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and audit standards

•         Strengthening controls around reconciliation, exception handling, and escalation protocols

Risk & Compliance

•         Assess operational and regulatory risks linked to reconciliation processes.

•         Coordinate with Risk & Compliance teams to embed controls and meet reporting obligations if any.

Change & Benefits Management

•         Develop change management plans, training material and communication strategies for

           affected teams.

•         Track and quantify benefits (e.g., reduction in exception volume, improve STP rates, processing time,

         cost savings).

Technology Liaison

•         Work closely with IT/DevOps to define functional and technical specifications for system 

         enhancements or new tools.

•         Oversee user acceptance testing (UAT), deployment and post implementation support.

•         Track all tickets raised, schedule calls for prioritization and track status of tickets with IT and 

        Operations team.

Continuous Improvement

•         Foster a culture of continuous improvement; capture lessons learned and embed best practices.

•         Participate in global forums on reconciliation and operational excellence.

People & Culture

·       Lead change‑management initiatives, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes, tools, and 

        organizational structures.

·       Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams across locations

·       Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and continuous learning

·       Ensure effective succession planning and talent retention within the team

·       Monitor operational risks related to Nostro accounts, including aged breaks and unmatched items

·       Ensure timely escalation and resolution of high-risk items

·       Drive cost optimization through process improvements, automation, and resource planning

·       Track and manage key financial and operational metrics

Projects

o   Coordinate cross‑functional project teams (Technology, Product, Risk, Finance, Legal) to deliver 

high‑impact initiatives on time and within budget.    

o    IT outages review and Drive partnership with IT

• Lead and deliver transformation initiatives, including automation and system enhancements
• Collaborate with technology teams to implement reconciliation tools and digital solutions

Manage change initiatives ensuring minimal disruption to BAU operations

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

o   12+ years of experience in operations, strategy, or project management within banking or financial‑services environment.

o   Experience with Agile/Lean project delivery methods and modern data‑visualization tools (Tableau, PowerBI)

o   Proven track record of leading complex, cross‑functional programs (e.g., process re‑engineering).

o   IB Operations experience preferred especially in project management.

o   Strong financial acumen: budgeting, forecasting, P&L ownership, and business case development.

o   High degree of initiative, intellectual curiosity, and ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, ambiguous environment.

o   Competency with MS Suite, especially Excel, and the ability to learn multiple programs quickly.

o   Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

o   Innovative - constantly identifying gaps in process and to seek improvements

o   Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to influence multiple stakeholders

o   Self-motivated and results oriented with an ability to work under pressure 

o   Strong understanding of reconciliation processes, SWIFT messaging (MT/ISO), and trade lifecycle

o   Deep knowledge of banking operations, treasury products, and global payment flows

o   Expertise in risk identification, control frameworks, and audit/compliance requirements

o   Proficiency in reconciliation platforms, data analytics tools, and automation technologies

o   Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills across global teams

o   Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical capabilities

o   Effective communication and executive presentation skills

o   Ability to manage high-pressure environments and drive results within tight deadlines

o   High level of integrity, ownership, and attention to detail.

Behavioral skills

Ability to collaborate / Teamwork

Decision Making

Critical thinking

Ability to share / pass on knowledge

Transversal skills

Analytical Ability

Ability to understand, explain and support change

Ability to develop and adapt a process

Ability to develop and leverage networks

Ability to anticipate business / strategic evolution

Education Level: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

At least 12 years

Location: Mumbai/ Bangalore

About BNP Paribas Group:

BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.

About BNP Paribas India Solutions:

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.