Job Title: Vice President

Department: ISPL-2S

About Business line/Function: HFS

Position Purpose: The position requires the person to identify areas where improvements/efficiencies could be made and work towards getting them implemented on the floor. It would also require the candidate to work with different work streams and identify their problem areas and come up with new solutions which could help in fixing the problem highlighted.

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

Client and HFS operational needs / requests:

· Coordinate with Client Relationship Manager / directly with clients to define needs. 

· Collect and analyze operating model change requests.

· Review / complete project initiation documents to ensure the proper documentation of request. 

HFS Fund Administration operational workflow:

· Identify lacks and weaknesses and suggest solutions in the operational workflows.

· Define / ensure an efficient operating model.

Potential solutions to change requests and impacts on current operating model:

· Consider adaptation of current process Vs development of new solutions when needed. 

· Consider implementation of BP2S Group solutions when available. 

Changes with users, developers, external contractors and support teams:

· Ensure clear and precise documentation of all projects steps as defined in BP2S’ Project Management methodology.

· Ensure a regular follow up with all involved parts during the project life cycle.

Priorities of operational needs and requests with Head of HFS and N-1 head of HFS:

· Organize priorities meetings.

· Suggest priorities based on global vision and technical background.

Contributing Responsibilities

· Ensure user guides / procedures have been prepared.

· Initialize training when needed. 

· Share information / ideas on BCM team’s subjects.

· Ask for personal training / other team members’ advices when needed. 

· Follow up the status of all client’s requests during dedicated meetings. 

· Organize PCM meetings.  

· Communicate projects status to client.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

· Excellent knowledge of financial products like Futures, Swaps, Options, etc.

· Good knowledge of the entire NAV workflow and the NAV process.

· Handle common MS Office files / programs.

· A deeper knowledge of Excel & Macros is ideal.

· Experience on Advent Geneva system would be preferred – an added advantage.

· Good Excel and MS office skills

· Good communication skills; English - For documentation, meetings & calls. (Knowing French language will be an advantage)

· Participation in system development projects, process change projects, etc.

Specific Qualifications:

Graduates / Postgraduates: (M.Com /MBA Finance preferred)          

Relevant years of experience:       12 to 15 Years

Skills Referential (Required knowledge, skills and abilities)

Technical Skills:

o Strong knowledge of Excel, Excel formulas and VBA macro

o Good experience on Power BI, MS PowerPoint

o Working experience on project management tool Data Management and data presentation.

o Strong understanding of investment products.

o Business Process Reengineering (BPR) – Ability to redesign inefficient process.

Behavioral Skills: 

• Ability to deliver / Results driven
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  • Creativity & Innovation / Problem solving
  •  Critical thinking
  •  Client focused 

Education Level: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Location: Mumbai/Chennai

 About BNP Paribas Group:

BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialized businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group's performance and stability.

About BNP Paribas India Solutions:

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.