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BNP Paribas

Jan 8, 2025

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Banking & Finance
  • Porto

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, knowledge of financial markets, strong communication skills, fluency in English and another language, teamwork ability, MS Office proficiency, and adaptability.
  • You will monitor communications, process alerts, document findings, report suspicious activities, enhance surveillance systems, collaborate with the 2nd line of defense, and provide expertise as needed.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher, in economics, banking, finance or related studies
  • Knowledge of financial markets, trading and financial products
  • Communicate clearly and effectively
  • Capacity to analyse issues, synthesise findings and communicate them in an effective manner
  • Fluency in English and another European language
  • Good team spirit and excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to adapt quickly to new environments
  • Able to define relevant performance indicators and to develop and adapt processes
  • MS office proficiency

Responsibilities

  • Monitor the electronic communications of the Front Officers of Global Markets, by processing alerts generated by the monitoring tools and escalating suspicious activities.
  • Comply with all applicable legal, regulatory and internal Compliance requirements
  • Document and appropriately communicate the results of the monitoring and controls to parties involved; Proactively report to stakeholders behaviours or facts that could affect their control environment
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the effectiveness and efficiency of the surveillance system
  • Work to improve analyses and implementation of additional types of surveillance; even the drafting of new rules or procedures
  • Work with the 2nd line of defence, in order to communicate or obtain any additional information that could allow an in-depth study of potential violations of the rules of ethical behaviour
  • Provide business expertise and specialist advice when required by the 2nd line of defence for their investigations and analyses of real cases

FAQs

What is the role of a Surveillance Officer Intern at BNP Paribas?

The Surveillance Officer Intern will monitor electronic communications of Front Officers, process alerts from monitoring tools, escalate suspicious activities, and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

What qualifications are needed for this internship?

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, banking, finance, or related studies is required for this internship position.

Is previous experience in financial markets necessary for the role?

While not explicitly required, knowledge of financial markets, trading, and financial products is essential for the role.

What skills are important for this Surveillance Officer Intern position?

Key skills include effective communication, analytical abilities, team spirit, adaptability, and proficiency in MS Office.

Are language skills important for this internship?

Yes, fluency in English and another European language is required for this position.

What type of work environment does BNP Paribas offer?

BNP Paribas promotes a culture of work/life balance and embraces a Smart Working framework, allowing for flexible remote working conditions.

What opportunities for progression does this role offer?

The internship position provides high exposure for skill development in monitoring and risk management, with potential progression into Front Office surveillance roles or specialization in compliance functions.

How does BNP Paribas support diversity and inclusion?

BNP Paribas is committed to equal employment opportunities and ensuring a diverse workplace that reflects society by promoting equity and inclusion.

Will I receive training as an intern?

Yes, as an intern, you will have opportunities for development and may receive training to enhance your skills in compliance and surveillance.

Where is the Global Markets team located?

The Global Markets team is based in Portugal, with major hubs in Porto and Lisbon.

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BNP Paribas

The bank for a changing world

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1848
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

more than 190,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. BNP Paribas holds leading positions in its three major operating divisions: ⚆ Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for all the Group’s retail banking networks and several specialised businesses, including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; ⚆ Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment and protection solutions; ⚆ Corporate & Institutional Banking, which is focused on corporate and institutional clients. The Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, the Group has four domestic markets (Belgium, France, Italy and Luxembourg) and BNP Paribas Personal Finance is the European leader in consumer lending. BNP Paribas is rolling out its integrated retail-banking model in Mediterranean countries, in Turkey, in Eastern Europe and a large network in the western part of the United States. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and Investment & Protection Services activities, BNP Paribas also enjoys top positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific.