Operational Risk Team Leader

About the job

The Operational Risk Officer Team leader - Servicing contributes to the implementation of Operational Risk & Permanent Control Framework in BNP Paribas CIB activities, by supervising 1st line of Defense through challenging the implemented control framework

The team leader is responsible for an Activity/ Business line, leading to excellency a team of Servicing Operational Risk Officers and Servicing Operational Risk Senior Officers

Your Main Activities Are

Participate and contribute to the risk community at BL/Activity or CIB level, sharing with relevant stakeholders, proposing solutions and implementing best practices

Support the definition of the yearly control plan of the BL/Activity under management. Contribute to controls identification according to notable risks identified by BL/Activity ORM team

Ensure the correct and timely execution of control plan by the team according to the roadmap established. Contribute to harmonization of practices, efficiency in control execution and added value results and comments

Ensure relevant issuance of Permanent Control Actions to BL/Activity 1st LOD, in strong collaboration with business and RM teams, as well as their correct and timely follow up

Ensure the correct and timely execution of quality review of non significant historical incidents for the respective BL/Activity

Ensure the correct and timely execution of the Check & Challenge of Accounting Cross Check process executed by 1LOD for the respective Activity/BL

Lead and coach team members in a complete manner with the objective of pursuing their best performance achievement

Ensure the quality and timeliness of the work performed by the team, both on BAU and project activities

Communicate, alert and escalate any attention point to the team Manager and/or to the RISK ORM CIB teams

Communicate effectively with team members, supporting change and fostering risk culture

Profile and Skills to Success

Masters Degree in Economics / Finance / Accounting or related

At least 4 years of experience in Banking and Financial Operations / Risk and Controls or similar

Advanced level of English, both written and oral

Knowledge in MS Office Pack (Excel, PowerPoint)

Ability to develop others and improve their skills

Ability to share / pass on knowledge

Communication skills, both written and oral

Critical thinking

Personal impact / ability to influence

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

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• 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.