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 with Financial Security as an apprentice working towards the Level 3 Compliance / Risk Officer apprenticeship qualification. We are a specialist team within CIB Compliance in the UK which focuses on the prevention and detection of financial crime related risks related to BNPP, its customers, affiliates and associated third parties. Risks covered by the team include Anti-money laundering, Financial Sanctions, Anti-Bribery and Corruption, Anti-Facilitation of tax evasion.

The team performs several functions including Advisory,  Assurance and testing, Anti-Bribery and Tax Evasion, Transaction monitoring, Sanctions advisory and monitoring and Investigations

Why do we combat Financial Crime?

• To protect the Bank’s reputation
• To avoid regulatory fines, enforcement actions or sanctions
• To fulfil our legal and regulatory obligations
• To maintain public confidence in the bank and the financial system as a whole
• So as not to facilitate criminal activity

What will you be doing?

We are the primary point of contact for escalations from KYC Due Diligence teams and requests for advice/guidance for the Business in relation to any financial crime matters.

We also work to improve the current financial crime control framework through policy, process and project work as well as monitoring emerging risks and work closely with other areas of FS including Investigations, Sanctions, Transaction Monitoring.

Our work requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, the ability to provide accurate and timely advice and to work under pressure and manage conflicting priorities. Above all you will need to demonstrate an interest in law and financial crime prevention.

Technical Skills and Qualifications required for the role

• Three A-levels or equivalent to 96 UCAS points (and GCSE Maths and English)
• Preferred candidates who are finishing A-levels in 2025 or attained within the past 12 months
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Excellent attention to detail 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: 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.