We are proud to share that BNP Paribas Portugal was recognized as the Best Company for Diversity and Inclusion (end user) in the Women in Technology and Data Awards with the project GM IT (Global Markets Technology) Women bootcamp.

This award aims to celebrate companies that have sought to promote women where appropriate and contribute to improve the gender balance in Technology and Data roles across the capital markets. A recognition that reflects BNP Paribas Portugal’s efforts in increasing the representation of women at all levels.

Gender equality is an important dimension of our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion. Having more talented and empowered women in tech roles will allow us to boost collaboration and innovation in our teams which will consolidate the Group’s lead over other companies in the sector.

Sylvie Le Pottier
Head of Human Resources, BNP Paribas Portugal

GM IT (Global Markets Technology) Women Bootcamp

Get to know the project behind this recognition.

The “GM IT Women bootcamp” is a transformative program designed to support and onboard junior female developers from top coding institutions such as Code for All, 42 Lisboa, Ironhack Portugal, and Le Wagon Portugal into the technology field.

This program has a unique approach. It combines intensive training, hands-on experience, and personalized mentorship to prepare participants for successful careers in IT.

Mikhail Khasin
Head of Global Markets IT, BNP Paribas Portugal

This first edition had +40 applications, within which BNP Paribas selected the most promising 10 students, who for 9 months worked side by side with an experienced mentor who provided guidance and career advice.  The result? An empowered group of female developers, all converted to permanent employees, that are now equipped with the tools they need to thrive in the tech industry.

What is Top Employer?

The Top Employer label is an international certification awarded by the Top Employers Institute, an independent body that certifies the quality of companies’ HR practices.

Each year, an audit is carried out based on around 250 questions covering 19 key areas such as well-being, diversity & inclusion, talent acquisition and skills development, etc.

The Top Employer Europe certification is based on the assessment of the company’s ability to meet standards, established at local and European level, which change each year.

Local and European recognitions

After another high scoring audit conducted by the Top Employers Institute and covering 20 Human Resources related themes, BNP Paribas has now have now renewed its certification, both at European and local levels in Portugal, Spain, France, Luxembourg, Poland, Turkey and Ukraine. 

With a global average score of 89.91%, BNP Paribas distinguishes itself compared to others 1281 Top Employer’s Europe, on topics like:

• Diversity & Inclusion with a rating of 93,16%, (+ 14,42 points compared to benchmark)
• Well-being with a rating of 89,19%, (+ 11,8 points compared to benchmark)

We are honored to receive the Top Employer certification in Portugal, for the third year in a row. This prestigious award recognizes our commitment to nurturing a workplace where our people feel empowered, valued and respected. At BNP Paribas Portugal, we foster collaboration, diversity and well-being, creating a safe environment where everyone can thrive both professionally and personally.

Sylvie Le Pottier
Head of Human Resources for BNP Paribas Portugal

BNP Paribas Portugal was recognised at the 2024 HR Awards, where it received two awards: Global HR Strategy and Employer Branding. These rewards celebrate the Group’s commitment to excellence in people management, impactful HR practices and a positive workplace culture. 

• Global HR Strategy – in the large companies’ category, this award recognises the commitment to impactful HR policies and the positive influence on internal management and social responsibility. 

• Employer Branding Award – acknowledging an Employer Branding Strategy focused on fostering a strong internal culture and effectively communicating its values externally, both grounded on the Group´s Employee Value Proposition.

Full details available here.