Do you want to develop a career in a business that is a passionate about sustainability and making a difference in the world? Then you are in the right place. At BNP Paribas, our ambition is to build a sustainable future for our clients and the people we work with … but we can’t do that without you!

Who we are

BNP Paribas Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) is a global provider of sustainably tailored financial services and solutions to corporate and institutional clients. With more than 20,000 people in 57 countries across EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), Asia-Pacific and the Americas, we offer solutions tailored to all our clients across capital markets, financing, treasury and financial advisory.

We are “the bank for a changing world” and recently won the award for being the world’s best bank for sustainable finance. To play our part in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable energy by 2030, we’ve placed the United Nations Sustainable Goals (SDG) at the heart of our business model. They impact the companies we do business with, the projects we finance and the people we invest in. We’re proud to be playing a leading role in guiding our clients towards responsible growth, and a lower-carbon economy, by co-creating financial solutions that align their business strategy with the SDG. We need more change agents – so join us today to help us with our mission!

At BNP Paribas, we see value in diversity, equal opportunity, and the quality of our lives together. That’s why the Group works daily with all its stakeholders to create an environment that is respectful of everyone, based on equality, and where fighting discrimination represents a primary goal.

Who will I be working with?

You will be working in the Risk & Control Department within Client Delivery business as a Data Analyst (working towards the Data Analyst SCQF 8 apprenticeship programme). 

Within Risk and Control Department we have a team focusing on 3 main business areas: Operational Oversight & Risk, CoE Oversight (*Centre of Expertise) and MI Reporting

This team is part of the wider Securities Services business line. Securities Services is a leading global custodian and securities services specialist that provides multi-asset post-trade and asset servicing solutions for buy and sell-side market participants, corporates and issuers.  With a global reach covering 90+ markets, our custody network is one of the most extensive in the industry, enabling clients to maximise their investment opportunities worldwide.

As a key part of the Corporate and Institutional Banking division, Securities Services (CIB2S) is a business line of BNP Paribas and fully integrated into the vision of the Group, serving our global corporate and institutional franchise. The ambition of the business line is to be ‘the leading positive-impact asset servicer and partner of choice for large financial institutions.  

What will I be doing?

Working across all 3 teams will require you to perform complex and specialised tasks and become fluent in the Bank’s systems and processes. Such duties can include:

• Understanding the role of the Team within the wider Client Delivery department
• Contributing to a variety of tasks allowing a general introduction to the business
• Working with Analysts within our MI team to provide support to the wider team to drive process improvements and efficiencies in our Oversight packs.
• To use your own skills and knowledge to identify areas of improvement and ensure we drive a ‘Data Driven organisation’ – ensuring data to be presented in such a way where we can identify issues and drive actions to ensure service issues are addressed proactively
• Ensure the data we use allows the wider departments to identify areas of Risk and focus, driving action across Client Delivery business unit

Technical Skills and Qualifications required for the role

• Qualifications at SCQF Level 6 or equivalent
• Preferred candidates who are finishing studies in 2025 or attained within the past 12 months
• Must be 18 years of age by September 2026 to be considered
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail skills 
• Good numeracy skills
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills

Conduct

• Be a role model, supporting and fostering a culture of good conduct
• Demonstrate proactivity, transparency, and accountability for identifying and managing conduct risks
• Consider the implications of your actions on colleagues

Duration: 24 months

Location: Glasgow

Additional Information

• Apprentices need to have a continued right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the programme.
• You may only apply for one Apprenticeship role per academic year. 
• Our apprenticeship roles are aimed at candidates who have not already completed a degree at a University.

Join us for one of our informative virtual calls where you will gain a greater understanding of the Bank and the roles available in this year’s programme. You will meet our recruiters who will share with you details about the recruitment process, CV and application tips, as well as having the opportunity to hear from some of our current Apprentices regarding their own journey on our programme.

Meet the Recruiter Virtual Call

• 4.00pm – 5.00pm Tuesday 10th February 
• 4.30pm – 5.30pm Wednesday 18th February

If you would like to register for one of these calls, please click here. Teams link will be provided up to an hour before start time.