Operational Risk Senior Officer

About the job

The Operational Risk Senior Officer contributes to the implementation of all the components of Operational Risk & Permanent Control Framework in BNP Paribas CIB activities, providing supervision over the 1st Line of Defence in terms of Operational Risk. RISK Operational Risk Management (RISK ORM) CIB acts as the second line of defence of BNP Paribas Corporate and Institutional Bank (CIB)

It belongs to the Risk Function (RISK) of BNP Paribas and is placed under the responsibility of the Head of RISK ORM CIB, who reports to the Chief Risk Officer of CIB. The department is responsible for independently challenging and supervising the Operational Risk management of CIB activities (Global Banking, Global Markets, Securities Services, Information Technology (IT), Operations and Functions) on a worldwide scope

Your Main Activities Are

Participate and contribute to the risk community at CIB and/or Group level, sharing with other Operational Risk Officers covering other Business Lines

Participate and provide a risk opinion in TAC/NAC or RAF when requested

Contribute to Operational Risk awareness across BNP Paribas CIB

Support junior team members by providing them with training and guidance

Perform the quality review of historical incidents and share results with OPCs and management. Challenge the different aspects of significant incidents. Alert senior management in case of significant historical incidents

Follow-up on actions plans, recommendations (issued by Regulator, Inspection Generale or RISK ORM)

Contribute and/or perform of 2LoD Controls (independent testing) with the aim of enhancing the control framework

Interact with 1LoD (CCCO, OPC teams, Business & Operations, Front Office) to develop trust and confidence allowing to reach agreements when necessary

Check and challenge the Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) provided by the 1LoD, by challenging the Intrinsic Risk and the Control Framework rating, agreeing on the Residual Risk and Action plan to mitigate the identified residual risks

Contribute to the Risk Opinion and to the reporting to CIB and RISK ORM management through relevant governance and committees, and in the ICCs at their level

Profile and Skills to Success

Bachelor 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 and leverage networks

Ability to manage/facilitate a meeting, seminar, committee, training…

Ability to synthetise / simplify

Communication skills, both written and oral

Critical thinking

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.