Banking and Financial Operations Officer
Banking and Financial Operations Officer
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- Permanent
- PT-Lisboa-Lisboa
- OPERATION PROCESSING
About the job
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Within the Banking Operations Department we assist our clients in completing the transactions they execute in the markets worldwide and we provide custody related services to the assets they deposit with us. We operate all asset classes – equities, bonds, mutual funds, investment funds, listed derivatives, OTC derivatives and cash – and provide them access to close to 100 markets worldwide. By perfectly mastering the local regulatory, tax and legal environment, we help our clients to overcome the complexities of the global capital markets
Your Main Activities Are
- Rigorous management of the client/market counterparty’s (CSD’s, CCP, among others) transactions by monitoring pending/failed instructions, detecting errors/discrepancies ensuring the settlement of the transactions in accordance to agreements in place
- Develop a deep knowledge of the clients/markets (CSD’s, CCP, among others) specificities, market requirements, internal processes and tools
- Ensure client/market players (CSD’s, CCP, among others) specificities databases and internal procedures are known and updated
- Ensure that the checklist’s tasks are duly executed, in line with internal procedures and market rules and/or guidelines therefore mitigating settlement costs and operational risk
- Communicate effectively with Clients/market counterparty’s (CSD’s, CCP, among others) and provide support on the daily activities, ensuring a close follow-up on any pending investigation
- Contribute to the overall successful running of the Department whilst respecting BNP Paribas rules and guidelines in terms of Compliance, Risk and Conduct
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Report and/or escalate any sensitive or risky situation to the management
Profile and Skills to Success
- University Attendance in Economic / Financial area of studies
- Up to 2 years of relevant experience
- Fluent (C1-C2) English level
- Ability to collaborate/Teamwork
- Attention to detail/rigor
- Ability to deliver/Results driven
- Client focused
- Communication skills – oral & written
- Analytical Ability
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Skills Office Pack Microsoft Excel
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Why joining BNP Paribas?
- Leading banking institution
Leading player in banking and financial services in Europe, BNP Paribas operates in 64 countries and has nearly 178,000 employees, including more than 144,000 in Europe
- International reach
The Group holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services that are structured around three operating divisions:
- Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) connects companies needing financing and institutional clients looking for investment opportunities division that offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients.
- Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS) brings together all our commercial banks and several specialised businesses
- Investment & Protection Services (IPS) combines a unique continuum of products and services across protection, saving, investment and real estate including specialised businesses offering a wide range of savings, investment and protection services
- Our presence in Portugal
In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 9.220 employees, distributed across the Group’s 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 centres of expertise providing value-added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group also operates.
- Diversity and Inclusion commitment
BNP Paribas ´ambition is to cultivate an open and responsive environment for all that encourages collaboration and interaction. We demonstrate our commitment by actively contributing to the Group’s Diversity and Inclusion strategy and goals, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As part of our local Corporate and Social Responsibility – Diversity & Inclusion strategy, BNP Paribas Portugal is committed to:
- Promote a fair and unbiased recruitment process and offer professional development opportunities to all employees
- Celebrate diversity and advocate for inclusion, both externally and internally, encouraging employee’s participation, creating space for different voices to be heard.
To foster the effort of BNP Paribas Portugal, multiple initiatives and events take place throughout the year where our people can find out more on the importance of diversity inclusion at the workplace and in our society.
- Remote Working Conditions
At BNP Paribas, we embrace a Smart Working framework based on trust, autonomy and collaboration. Within this framework, eligible employees can benefit from flexible remote working options adapted to our hybrid working environment. To ensure a comfortable and efficient working setup, eligible employees are provided with both office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional items at reduced prices.
- Commitment towards work/life balance
Supporting employees in a hybrid way of working while providing them with the means to maintain a work-life balance is an essential dimension of our Smart Working program. At BNP Paribas, we care about our employees’ wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and personal life.
To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas please read our Employee Value Proposition and our Career path page.
* Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.
* In case you are selected for this role, further documentation will be requested to support your hiring process.