Position Purpose

The Head of Discretionary Portfolio Management (DPM), APAC is expected to drive AUM and revenue generation through formulating investment strategies and actively managing and promoting DPM products and services, while maintaining strong risk controls.

Responsibilities

•    Deepen DPM penetration in client portfolios in line with targets 

•    Develop strong relationships with all key DPM accounts in APAC

•    Increase the productivity of the DPM activity/reporting

•    Make direct joint marketing call with Relationship Managers especially for tailor-made mandates

•    Leverage on investment counsellors to promote DPM products

•    Provide regular information and updates to RMs about DPM activity and performance during the weekly investment huddles

•    Represent APAC at Global Committees

•    Formulate marketing and investment strategies in accordance with central DPM guidelines

•    Study and develop new mandates and products suitable to Asian clients

•    Develop close relationship with market specialists on the Advisory Desk, especially for the local mandates with local underlying

•    Ensure portfolio management activity complies with the Managed Assets Charter

•    Manage and supervise the DPM teams in Asia to develop synergies between DPM HK and Singapore

•    Direct contribution to BNPP’s operational permanent control framework

•    Responsible for the implementation of Operational Permanent Control policies and procedures in day-to-day business activities

•    Responsible for reporting all incidents according to the Incident Management System

Technical & Behavioural Competencies

•    At least 15 years’ experience in managing DPM teams, preferred in private banking background

•    Strong analytical and communication skills

•    Portfolio Management experience preferred.

•    Proficiency in Asian Markets preferred

Specific Qualifications

•    University degree

•    Professional qualification: Chartered Financial Analyst preferred

Position Purpose

For the scope of Global Banking (GB) APAC and as part of the first line of defense, the Chief Conduct & Control Officer (“CCCO”) for GB APAC is responsible for establishing and maintaining a strong Conduct & Permanent Control framework on all non-financial risks (operational, conduct and regulatory) throughout the 1LOD across CIB in strong partnership with the métiers, functions and regions, and with LoD 2/3.

With a presence in 12 territories across APAC, Global Banking APAC has presence in 12 markets across the APAC region and delivers global solutions to our clients, leveraging our global network and our product & sector expertise. The Global Banking APAC organization comprises of the three pillars:

  • Corporate Clients Group (CCG) which focuses on the coverage of all our corporate clients in APAC. It encompasses all existing coverage teams and includes Industry Groups and M&A to provide strategic content to clients.
  • Global Capital Markets (GCM) brings together all financing activities (i.e. Real Assets, LSF, Loan Book), Capital Markets activities (DCM/ECM and Strategic Hedging) and syndication (LMFS) to offer one-stop-shop financing solutions to our clients. 
  • Transaction Banking APAC offers a full range of Transaction Banking solutions, including Cash Management, Trade and Supply Chain Finance, as well as Liquidity and Investment Solutions APAC. 

The Senior Operational Risk Manager, Global Banking APAC, will report to the Chief Conduct and Control Officer, Global Banking, APAC. The core responsibility will include establishing and maintaining a robust Permanent control framework on all non-financial risks across APAC territories and GB APAC entities. He or she shall work in close collaboration with CIB APAC CCCO, APAC Transversal CCCO, APAC ITO CCCO, CIB CCCO central teams, OPC teams and OPC platform in BNPP ISPL, and in full alignment with GB CCCOs of other regions. 

Key Responsibilities

The key responsibilities of Senior Operational Risk Manager, Global Banking APAC include, but are not limited to the following and shall be implemented in alignment with Global Banking worldwide where relevant: 

  • Maintaining a robust, coherent organization and governance across Global Banking APAC for all non-financial risks (duly involving LOD2&3 and Functions):
  • Facilitate responses on operational risks enquiries / surveys raised by LOD2/LOD3/Regulators for GB APAC.
  • Contribute and represent GB APAC in relevant governance bodies of the bank (e.g. the Senior Management, the Boards) when needed. 
  • Represent and contribute to the relevant Control committees in APAC and globally (if required), notably but not limited to
    • Non-financial Risk/ controls: Operational Risk Management Forums, Incident Committee, Client Complaint Committee, Global Banking ICC, CIB APAC ICC, Territories ICC etc. 
  • Ensuring full oversight on risk and control matters impacting Global Banking APAC, in line with the CIB APAC OPC Charter and the Global Banking Front to Ops Governance Principles of the Operational Risk Management Framework. This shall be carried out with the aim of ensuring compliance with regulatory expectations; compliance with the bank’s policies and procedures; and protection of the Group’s reputation; in alignment and integration with Global Banking worldwide and coordination with APAC CCCO stakeholders.
  • Performing annual risk and control self-assessments (RCSA) and its ongoing maintenance for GB APAC to ensure regulatory compliance and practices in line with internal requirements. The responsibility will include follow up of the remediation plan, assisting in addressing material weaknesses identified in the annual risk and control self-assessment etc.
  • Coordination of data collection, responses and contribution to IG assignments covering GB APAC 
  • Closely monitoring the closure of IG, RISK ORM, Compliance, Regulatory, or Auditors’ findings
  • Performing read across for the gaps self-identified or identified by LoD2 / LoD3. 
  • Designing control, deployment and maintenance of control library, and execution of controls including following up on remediation of root cause and closure of results.
  • Active participation in incident management by coordinating with stakeholders on root cause investigation, remediation plan definition and implementation, and to ensure clear & timely reporting on Incident reporting system  
  • Timely supporting business in handling complaints, with accurate and timely logging of complaint, ensuring review by Metier Complaint Contact, timely reply to client as per local regulatory / BNPP requirements.   
  • Responsible for coordination of the New Activity Committee (NAC), Transaction Approval Committee (TAC) and other applicable processes including documentation with the policy. 
  • Ensuring procedure management in line with Group requirements.
  • Organizing and convening training on various Operational Risk topics. 
  • Contribute to implementing relevant conduct governance framework in Global Banking, in coordination with relevant team.
  • Coordinate the performance of conduct risk assessment as part of the annual RCSA campaigns 
  • Support in implementation of the actions derived from the analysis of the relevant risk metrics in collaboration with CCCO teams. 
  • Support the promotion, roll out and monitoring of training, including conduct awareness campaigns launched by CCCO teams.
  • Close collaboration with GB APAC CCCO team based in BNPP ISPL for smooth integration and functioning of day-to-day activities. The responsibility encompasses ensuring activities offshored to various units in BNPP ISPL is performed as per the SLA. 
  • Management of staff under Operational Risk Management Team.
  • Monitor staffing resources and adjust size and expertise where necessary
  • Allocate tasks within team
  • Ensure the quality of the outcome coming from the team
  • Support the team including teams in BNPP ISPL, reply to escalation, and reallocate tasks based on priorities. 
  • Perform appraisal, set objectives, monitor the performance and facilitate the development of team members

Competencies (Technical / Behavioral)

Knowledge of BNPP APAC CIB set up, Group & CIB framework / guidelines 

Proven expertise in leading operational risk management matters

Ability to interact and manage stakeholders at different seniority levels and across different Métiers/Function

Ability to lead and manage teams, directly and in project mode

Ability to work in a fast-paced business environment, on various projects at the same time and under tight deadlines

Ability to facilitate, manage and implement organizational, cultural changes and transformation.

Ability to make clear and timely decisions which are based on judgement after weighing up all facts, risks, constraints and available options.

Reliability and integrity 

Good verbal and written communication skills

Fluent in English

Specific Qualifications required

12 – 15 years of professional experience in corporate banking environment

About BNP PARIBAS

As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance. 

We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.

• BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community

• BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization

• Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness

• BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds

BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.

https://careers.apac.bnpparibas/

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Award Obtained

BNPP has won Top employer Europe award in a 10th consecutive year

What is this position about?

We are looking for a skilled Data Scientist (VP/AVP) to join our team at BNP Paribas Wealth Management Asia to play a critical role in building, deploying, and optimizing AI models. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing our Asia AI Center of Excellence (COE) under the leadership of the Chief Digital & AI Officer. You will be responsible for translating advanced AI and machine learning research into production-ready systems, enhancing the bank’s ability to drive data-centric innovations, and integrating AI-driven solutions into the Wealth Management experience with the following key objectives:

•    Define, prioritize & execute our AI strategy & plan, Maximize AI’s value creation 

•    Identify key technologies & partners to design & implement the entity’s AI governance, 

•    Build its tech stack, workflows, processes & standards for development & industrialization

•    Leverage the Group AI ecosystem to optimize synergies & re-use of common, standardized tech stacks

•    Under a “One Bank” approach, develop collaborations with other Group entities (CIB, AM & Retail banks).

•    Promote a “analytics” & “AI everywhere, for everyone” mindset for all BNPP Wealth Management staff

As a Data Scientist, you will collaborate with digital product owners and specialists, software engineers, and business stakeholders to develop scalable and robust machine learning pipelines and AI systems that power smart investment advisory, personalized recommendations, KYC/AML and other AI applications aimed at improving client outcomes and optimizing internal processes.

Primary Role Responsibilities

•    AI Center of Excellence Development:

Partner with senior leadership to build and expand the AI Center of Excellence (COE), setting the strategic direction and driving AI adoption across the bank. Champion best practices, governance, and ethical AI frameworks, ensuring that AI initiatives align with the bank’s broader digital transformation objectives.

•    Industrialization of our AI Priorities:

Drive AI-powered initiatives by developing advanced machine learning models that tailor banking services and financial advice to the unique preferences, behaviors, and needs of each client and staff. Utilize predictive analytics to forecast client behaviors, market trends, and potential risks. Build advanced models for credit risk scoring, churn prediction, and portfolio optimization that enable proactive decision-making and enhance financial outcomes. Leverage deep learning, recommender systems, and predictive analytics to deliver individualized experiences that improve overall satisfaction and loyalty.

•    Model Development and Deployment:

Design, develop, and deploy AI models that enable tailored investment journeys, optimized and hyper-personalized client interaction and engagement, and smart automation of complex processes e.g. KYC and Credit. Work with engineers and IT to deploy models into production, ensuring models run reliably and efficiently at scale within the bank’s ecosystem in production. 

•    Collaboration Across Functions:

Work cross-functionally with teams in Front Office, Investment services, Sales Management & Marketing, Credit, Control functions (Risk, Compliance, Operations etc.) to integrate AI solutions into various daily activities. Ensure that AI models are seamlessly embedded into client-facing platforms, mobile applications, and backend systems to provide a cohesive experience across all touchpoints..

•    Leadership and Mentorship:

Provide mentorship and foster a culture of innovation, knowledge-sharing, and continuous learning with peers & colleagues. Bring the entire workforce on the journey of AI for upskilling/ re-skilling.

•     Data Strategy & Data Quality:

Ensure that high-quality, accurate, and reliable data is available for building AI models. Establish best practices for data collection, data cleaning, and data governance. Collaborate with other data-related functions to build scalable data pipelines for model training and deployment.

•     AI Ethics & Compliance:

Ensure that AI applications comply with regulatory requirements and ethical standards, particularly in the context of Wealth Management, where sensitive client data and privacy concerns are paramount. Work with legal and compliance teams to ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI model outputs.

•     Continuous Model Monitoring & Optimization:

Implement robust monitoring systems to track the performance of AI models and adjust for evolving client needs, business requirements, and market conditions. Optimize models in real-time based on feedback loops and ongoing performance data.

•     Innovation & Research:

Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and data science research. Apply cutting-edge techniques to further improve personalization algorithms, fraud detection, and other AI-powered banking solutions.

What is required for you to succeed?

•    Education:

Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Applied Mathematics or a related field. 

•    Experience:

3 to 7+ years of experience in AI/ML with hands-on experience in developing and deploying AI models into production, preferably in the financial services or technology sector.    

Experience in AI for investment/portfolio analysis and optimization, OR recommendations systems and personalization. 

Good knowledge to expertise in Generative AI specific skills: prompt/context engineering, various RAG approaches, agentic AI, ability to understand & challenge data pipelines & architecture choices, anticipate key stakes in robustness and automated performance evaluation / prod monitoring. 

Good knowledge of agile methodologies, design thinking, Test&Learn & A/B testing approaches.

•    Technical Skills:

o    Expertise in machine learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Sklearn and relevant libraries like Pandas, Polars, Numpy  

o    Expertise in Machine Learning, Deep Learning, NLP, and/or Time-series / Econometric modeling for one or more of the following applications:

•    Recommendation systems, Next Best Action, Pricing and personalization (particularly translation) 

•    Portfolio simulation and optimization, investment scenario modeling, risk  and impact analysis

•    Automation / augmentation of client service and/or credit, compliance (e.g. KYC, AML), or other operational processes 

o    Strong programming skills in Python, SQL and experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, IBM) and tools like Docker, Kubernetes/ K8s for model deployment.

o    Experience in Gen-AI applications such as prompt engineering and optimization, RAG, text-to-SQL and related frameworks/tooling e.g. vector databases, embedding models, langchain/langgraph, MCP. 

o    Good knowledge/experience with model/LLM explainability and observability tools 

o    Experience in end-to-end AI model development and deployment at scale, version control, CI/CD practice, and MLOps/LLMOps tooling. 

•    Domain Knowledge:

Understanding of Wealth Management and financial services, with experience in areas such as risk management, fraud detection, wealth management, and client analytics is beneficial.

•    Problem-Solving & Innovation:

Ability to think critically and creatively to solve complex problems and build innovative machine learning solutions that drive business value. 

•    Collaboration & Communication:

Strong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Excellent communication skills to explain technical concepts and outcomes to non-technical stakeholders.

Proficiency in both Traditional and Simplified Chinese would be an advantage 

Preferred Skills:

•    Experience in setting up or working within an AI Center of Excellence (CoE)

•    Experience building AI-driven automation for client service (eg chatbots, virtual assistants)

•    Familiarity with AI agent frameworks and tools 

•    Data storytelling through advanced visualization and quick prototyping

About BNP PARIBAS

As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance. 

We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.

•    BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community

•    BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization

•    Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness

•    BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds

BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.

https://careers.apac.bnpparibas/

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BNP Paribas – The Bank Of Green Changes

Award Obtained

BNPP has won Top employer Europe award in a 10th consecutive year

What is this position about?

To support Credit Analyst in regard to 1) financial spreading with BNPP CRF system, 2) industry/sector data collection, and 3) daily news clipping for Coverage clients

Primary Role Responsibilities

  • Financial spreading in BNPP CRF system to be reviewed by credit analysts
  • Input key audited financial figures in excel sheet to simulate indicative rating
  • Industry data collection & processing 
  • News clipping for Coverage clients

Other contributions

  • Assist Head of CTCM with ongoing projects (MNC offshoring)

What is required for you to succeed?

  • Good understanding about accounting principles and financial reports released via DART
  • Good capacity in MS office tools, Excel, Word, Powerpoint
  • Attention to details/rigor
  • Good communication skills and strong team spirit
  • Efficient working under time pressure
  • High standards of accuracy 

Required education/certification/licenses

  • Bachelor degree with major in Business/Accounting/Economics
  • Proficiency in English, both verbal and writing

Experience Level : 1 – 3 Years

About BNP PARIBAS

As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance. 

We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.

•    BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community

•    BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization

•    Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness

•    BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds

BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.

https://careers.apac.bnpparibas/

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BNP Paribas – Diversity & Inclusion Journey 

BNP Paribas – The Bank Of Green Changes 

Award Obtained

BNPP has won Top employer Europe award in a 10th consecutive year

What is this position about?

APAC Transformation’ mandate is two-fold :

•    Support strategic transformation initiatives or large, complex strategic programs

•    Business improvement projects to improve efficiency of processes & organizations 

APAC Transformation projects are undertaken with a wide range of client franchise encompassing the full APAC region: CIB and IFS businesses, Coverages, Functions and Countries.

What would be your typical day at BNPP Paribas look like? 

Direct Responsibilities

?    Manage large, complex transformation programs specific to APAC or in connection with global initiatives or specific metiers/functions

?    Manage from 1 to 2 Transformation Associates according to project needs

?    Secure end-to-end implementation of strategic transformation initiatives

?    Drive business / process / organizational improvement projects through consulting mindset, ensuring solid framing of projects and impactful & quality delivery

?    Derive viable solutions through deep-dive analysis, problem solving, process/organization re-engineering, target operating model design etc.

?    Present findings, pain points, recommendations and project status to Senior Sponsors and projects’ stakeholders

?    Enrich the client satisfaction by managing client and stakeholder relationships and showing agility to adjust to changing dynamics / needs of an engagement

?    Act as coach for Transformation Associates & Senior Transformation Associates and be a member of appraisal committee, contributing to performance appraisal and personal development plan

?    Actively contribute to team development through continuous feedback to improve the team, sharing best practices and actively engage in transversalities of the team

What is required for you to succeed?

?    Minimum 12 years of total experience, of which minimum 7 years of relevant experience in Business Project Management, Transformation Programs and Process & Organization Consulting 

?    Minimum 5 years of working experience in banking and financial industries

?    Experience in leading transversal transformation programs and/or business improvement projects involving senior management stakeholders

?    Experience in leading the design and implementation of Target Operating Model (business improvement / process efficiency / organizational efficiency / offshoring / regulatory) projects

?    Candidates with knowledge of Corporate Banking / Capital Markets / Global Markets / Securities Services products and processes

?    Strong planning, organization and stakeholder management skills

?    Ability to navigate the project & organizational complexities with courage, transparency and resilience

?    Ability to go into operational details, yet create a synthetic view for senior management  

?    Good communication, problem solving and analytical skills

?    Focus on business impact and client satisfaction at all times through solid delivery of projects

?    Travel in APAC countries may be required


About BNP PARIBAS

As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance. 

We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.

•    BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community

•    BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization

•    Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness

•    BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds

BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.

https://careers.apac.bnpparibas/

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Award Obtained

BNPP has won Top employer Europe award in a 10th consecutive year

Position Purpose

The objective of the Client Risk Management Officer is to ensure a robust client risk management which ought to be a

By-design, End-to-end and at scale risk management (defined as the target model).

Hence, the Client Risk management Office Team is responsible for engaging the actions to implement, run and makes the necessary evolutions over time to this target model in line / close collaboration with the global Client Risk Management team.

Its coverage is regional, ie. all locations and all activities in APAC, incl. MFS, DEC. He/she will be located in Singapore.

What would be your typical day at BNPP Paribas look like? 

The Client Risk Management Officer will have to:

  • Implement the client risk strategy and risk appetite in line with the go-to-market of each client segment
  • Improve / implement and coordinate the related business or risk methodologies and processes (ow selectivity /selectiveness processes, end to end offboarding, etc.), including exploring and implementing automation and AI projects
  • Define and monitor the control over the client risk profile
  • Define and implement enhancement / oversight over the quality of the KYC client information provided by Client Development and KYC execution by ITO teams
  • Define and implement the oversight over AML alerts and AML projects
  • Be the point of contact for incidents management (as far as client risk management is needed)
  • Contribute to IG or regulatory missions
  • Ensure the dissemination of the risk culture amongst the business (as far as client risk mgt is concerned)
  • Measure & monitor the performance of the framework (KPIs)
  • Share best practices with CRMO community so as to contribute to the improvement of the overall client risk management framework
  • Oversight full adhesion of the business to:
  • Compliance, Financial Security & Risks policies
  • Regulatory obligations
  • Code of Conduct, including close follow-up on potential Conduct issues
  • Standard 2S processes & procedures

What is required for you to succeed?

  • At least 10 years’ experience in a Risk Management role
  • Previous experience in Financial Security management
  • Able to coordinate and animate a community

About BNP PARIBAS

As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance.

We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.

•            BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community

•            BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization

•            Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness

•            BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds

BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.

https://careers.apac.bnpparibas/

More information 

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BNP Paribas – The Bank Of Green Changes

Award Obtained

BNPP has won Top employer Europe award in a 10th consecutive year

What is this position about?

This role is responsible for the definition, co-ordination and execution of the organisation’s strategy, and selected client and other program initiatives in a manner that supports the on-going profitability targets of the business and ensures cost and budget measures are met.

Primary Role Responsibilities

This will role will manage and oversee the following areas;

BizCo

* Prepare BizCo Monthly Business Review Pack and Decisions &Actions
* Prepare Weekly BizCo Agenda and Decisions & Actions
* Update & Track Action Logs for BizCo meetings (Weekly & Monthly)

Governance

* Prepare Senior Management Quarterly Briefing Pack
* Prepare APAC Monthly Management Update
* Involvement in Strategy Planning Day & preparation / planning
* Backup for BAP Secretary
* Prepare Business Update for BPFSA, BNPP Noms & BNPP (NZ) Noms Board Meetings

Financial

* Monthly Financial Forecast Model. Includes:

* Current Year Forecast
* 3 Year Plan
* Client vision extract for Head of Sales & RM

* Expense Approver – Concur and PDAP ($500k limit). Includes odd ones such as Intercompany (up to AUD 5m / month)
* Tracking offsite client meetings during Churn to be charged to Management cost centre
* Budget Preparation:

* Revenue – liaise with Client Dev on location revenue figures for AU & NZ

* Travel cost tracker maintenance, Local approval (Daniel) & APAC approval coordination (for Global travel excl between AU / NZ)
* Efficiencies and Offshoring Monitoring TOM SPOC – Client Dev & Client Lines (non Client Delivery)

Other contributionsx

* Attendance at a number of senior executive meetings at a territory, regional and global level
* Support HR for changes to Ous and staff transfers with a 6 monthly validation of RefOG data for 2S
* Admin manager for a number of the Executive Assistants (HR Online, Concur, MyIAM)
* Local Admin manager for APAC Digital Lead
* Outsourcing & Procurement – SPOC for all overall business questions as required – provide support.
* Responsible for the Rainmaker Live login
* Responsible along with the L&D trainer for training components involving Risk ORM Reco
* MyIAM Approver for;

* POA_Authorisation
* Executive management
* Standard_Invoices

What is required for you to succeed?

* Must possess exceptional creativity and problem-solving skills.
* Must have a strong working knowledge of management strategies, financial accounting, human resource planning, customer relations, and implementation of new technologies.
* Must be comfortable communicating both verbally and in writing.
* Must be able to multitask with research projects, data analysis, coordination with the executive team, and acting as the public face of the company in the absence of the company’s CEO.
* Must be willing to challenge the standard thinking with new ideas, new approaches, and new solutions.
* Must have strong decision-making skills and the determination to see projects through to the end.
* Demonstrated skills in leadership, management, and collaboration.
* Must be self-directed and able to work independently.

Required education/certification/licenses;

* Bachelor’s degree in management, business administration, finance, or marketing required.
* Must have at least 10 years’ experience in strategic planning, business management, corporate leadership, and financial decision-making.
* Must have demonstrated proficiency in analytical research, leadership, and strategic planning.

About BNP PARIBAS

As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance.

We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.

• BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community
• BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization
• Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness
• BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds

BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.

[1] https://careers.apac.bnpparibas/

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Award Obtained
BNPP has won Top employer Europe award in a 10th consecutive year

What is this position about?

The Head – Finance is primary responsible for the coordination of the accounting closing, together with local stakeholders, the Finance Regional Platform (HK and ISPL FSS) and ISPL Finance. He/She shall be responsible for the preparation of statutory accounts and local regulatory reporting.

In this role, he/she acts as main contact point of the Manila Branch Management regarding all Finance-related topics and contributes to the strategic development of the local activities in full compliance with accounting standards, local regulations, and internal control requirements.

The Head – Finance is required to have a good understanding of the activity dynamics of the entity that he/she supervises, manage upcoming accounting requirements, and give pro-active advice and opinions as a member of the Management Team of the entity.

Primary Role Responsibilities

1.     Ensure that Manila branch comply with Regional and Head Office instructions, including those for Forecasts/Budgets:

–  Work with Regional Platform Heads closely

–  Ensure accounts are properly maintained and controlled

–  Perform relay role with local Businesses and Functions to assist in Head Office Reporting 

2.     Ensure compliance with the Regulatory requirements

–  Guarantee the accurate and timely production of the various reporting (Statutory, Head Office, Tax and Fiscal, Liquidity, Management), in compliance with BNPP Policy and local regulations.

–  Liaising with external auditors to produce internal and audited statements.

3.     Ensure that Manila branch fully comply with Corporate Tax laws and Regulations:

–  Perform required reporting accurately and on time

–  Ensure Global/Regional Transfer Pricing Agreements, Bilateral Agreements, Service Level Agreements and Business Agreements are in place, conform with legal, tax and regulatory requirements and are kept up to date in liaison with Regional Tax Department and that Agreements are respected (billing methodology, frequency, KPI reporting, etc)

–  Ensure Management and the Regional Tax Department are advised of any tax issues in a timely manner

–  Liaise with external advisors for Tax Compliance services and for Tax Advisory services

4.     Perform accounts payable function for Manila branch:

–  Staff Claims, Supplier Payments and Intergroup Invoicing (payments in and out) to be performed by Finance Operations Platform (FOP) in ISPL under Group’s standardized procedures

–  Validation of the expenses and payments amounts

–  Optimize where possible (electronic payments, grouping of invoicing, etc)

5.     Liaise with Regional Finance Teams to ensure full alignment:

–  Practise close coordination with Regional Heads to keep abreast of changes, focuses, priorities

–  Contribute to Regional initiatives and ensure local application is fully in line

–  Participate actively in decision making at Regional level ensuring that Manila branch is heard and has appropriate influence

6.     Ensure Group’s operational control framework with regards Finance is effectively followed:

–  Ensure written procedures exist and are up to date

–  Define and regularly review Key Performance and Risk Indicators (KPI’s and KRI’s)

–  Ensure proper recording in FORECAST with corrective and preventative actions clearly identified and follow-up on their implementation

Other contributions

–  Maintain Cash Flows of the Company and also facilitating reduction in finance costs

–  Prepare of variance reports on actual vis-à-vis the budget / forecast of the Company

–  Prepare manual calculation of fixed assets depreciation if any

–  Ensure that the physical verification of fixed assets is carried out for the Company as per Group guidelines

–  Liaise with the regulators and consultants appointed for handling routine activities from time-to-time

–  Liaise with Professional Firms for seeking opinion on various finance matters

What is required for you to succeed?

–  Good knowledge on Finance, Tax, internal control, local regulations

–  Team leader, with carefulness, confidence, responsibility

–  Analytical skills, leadership qualities, eye for detail.

–  Presentation skills, confident in approach.

–  Communication skills & ability to manage stress

–  Organized, solution oriented, leading by example

Required education/certification/licenses

–  CPA from The Philippine Institute of Certified Accountants (PICPA) or equivalent

–  Master degree specialized in Finance, Accounting and Taxation

–  10-15 years of Post Qualification experience

About BNP PARIBAS

As the leading European Union bank, and one of the world’s largest financial institutions with an uninterrupted presence in the region since 1860, BNP Paribas offers a wide range of financial services for corporate, institutional and private investors spanning corporate and institutional banking, wealth management, asset management and insurance.

We passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including diversity of origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion applicants who may be living with a disability. We have a number of internal employee networks in place to empower our staff to act and challenge the status quo.

·       BNP Paribas PRIDE is highly active in favour of the LGBTQIA+ community

·       BNP Paribas MixCity which fosters better representation of women at all levels of the organization

·       Ability, the mutual aid network for employees with a disability or a disabling or chronic illness

·       BNP Paribas CulturAll which celebrates diverse backgrounds

BNP is committed to financing a carbon-neutral economy by 2050. The Group is a founding member of the Net-Zero Banking Alliance and has set up its own Low Carbon Transition Group to support its clients through their energy transitions.

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