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

ICAT team, which is part of Global Banking Americas, is responsible of the credit risk profile for all institutional clients, intragroup entities, and market infrastructure entities, as well as their related credit approval processes.

In detail

• Assist the preparation of credit reviews/committees on financial institutions (these can include banks, brokers, sovereigns, pension funds, hedge funds, mutual funds, insurance companies, REITs, CCPs, financial sponsors…)
  • This process includes comprehensive financial analysis on the counterparty and comparison with its peers, recommendation of rating using internal rating models, and expression of credit opinion.
  • Capital markets: derivatives (swaps, foreign exchange, credit and equity derivatives), repo, securities lending, prime services.  
  • Corporate banking: import and export trade finance transactions, and syndicated loan participations.  
• Coordinate all aspects of a credit process in liaison with Relationship Managers, Business, and other Functions
• Review all legal documentation during annual review, ensuring all necessary documents are in place (including guarantees)
• Contribute to the recommendation of the bank’s credit appetite and exposure management
• Work closely with Relationship Managers, Traders, Market Risk, Legal and Operations personnel to structure transactions to mitigate diverse forms of risk

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:

• Student completing their Bachelor’s degree with a graduation date of December 2024 or May 2025 (with finance or economic background preferred)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in English
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work with cross-locational multicultural teams 
• Self-starter motivated to learn about financial sectors and capital markets products. 
• Knowledge of the banking industry and capital markets products
• Keen interest in following the evolving trends in the industry
• Ability to understand and summarize complex and/or technical issues
• Prioritization of tasks / organization and ability to multi-task
• 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.

Selected candidates will be contacted in January 2025.

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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** Only selected applications that meet the requirements of the role will be contacted **