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 trainings, networking sessions and transversal projects.

More information about the program available on our website:

BNP Paribas in Canada | Students & Young graduates

The position at a glance

Corporate Credit Management (“CCM”) is a transversal Team in support of the approximately 800 Corporate Clients of the North American platform. The CCM Team works to ensure coverage, monitoring & execution of all counterparty risk requests for the Corporate platform. Three functional pillars exist in the Team including: 

1. Corporate Credit Team – consists of the Credit Analyst & Account Management organizations which provide sector/transaction specialized risk monitoring for the Corporate platform
2. Transaction Management – Front Office liaison Team for all functional Teams. In addition, provides support on complex transaction and project management
3. Corporate Credit Coordination – coordinates credit process/methodology topics throughout the CCM Team and the Corporate platform

In detail

As an intern on the Corporate Credit Team, the successful candidate will be responsible for assisting more senior members of the team (Analyst to Director) with the credit management of North American corporate clients. Responsibilities include (among others):

• Assisting with the monitoring of the credit quality of a portfolio of Corporate Clients, across North America, across various sectors, including periodic review of borrowers’ financial statements, covenant compliance reports, press releases and news articles, rating agency and equity analyst reports, industry trends, etc.
• Assisting with managing a corporate portfolio(s) which consist primarily of IG and sub-IG groups, both leveraged and non-leveraged. 
• Possibility of participating in deal teams with Sector Coverage Bankers and related product groups to help drive the credit process for new origination activity for prospects and new transactions for existing relationships
• Assist with the performance credit analysis and preparation of credit memoranda for corporate clients including new transactions, annual reviews, renewals, amendments, waiver requests and financial updates
• Be a team player supporting and working with other team members, bringing value and contributing to the success of the team

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

Eligibility: 

1. Currently enrolled full-time in an accredited Canadian post-secondary program
2. Must be able to work in the local premises 
3. Be 18 and over
4. Have at least one more semester left after completion of internship

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Progress towards Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or related field
• Interest in understanding financial statements 
• Solid Excel skills
• Team player, able to work independently and collaboratively with various teams in a deadline-focused environment
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, in English
• Ability to confidently operate independently and to constructively interact with more senior stakeholders
• Interest in developing banking, finance and analytical skills
• 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.

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@us.bnpparibas.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).

To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here

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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