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 place 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 at the heart of our business within our HR function as a Level 3 Human Resources Support Apprentice – rotating around the Engagement and Learning and Development, Reward and HR Business Partner teams. 

These teams within HR help to:

• execute the People strategy by, supporting culture and engagement initiatives for our workforce covering areas such as DE&I, succession planning, performance management, learning and development, talent management and development, HR communication
• manage the compensation programmes across the business, including the annual compensation review cycle
• provide a fully integrated HR service and specialist advice to the business 
• many other projects. 

What will I be doing?

This apprentice role will be working alongside our HR experts and will rotate between the Engagement and Learning and Development, Reward and HR Business Partner teams and will help support: 

• Each of these team’s day-to-day operational processes - including HR analytics, data input, maintenance, and management of systems 
• HR projects
• create presentations and draft communications
• review and implement new processes and policies
• arrange meetings and attending meetings with stakeholders and suppliers 
• produce and analyse reports 

Technical Skills, Competencies, Abilities and Qualifications required for the role

• Five GCSEs including Maths and English grade A-C (level 4-9)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail 
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Strong interpersonal skills; Teamwork, Self-motivation & initiative, Work ethic

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: London

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.