Job Description

\xe2\x80\x93 EMEA/APAC

Note to Hiring Manager:

In support of BNP Paribas APAC\'s Diversity Commitment, Hiring Managers are to consider at least 1 Asia Pacific national, 1 male or 1 female candidate for the position to be filled.

About BNP Paribas India Solutions:

Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union\xe2\x80\x99s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24x7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.

About BNP Paribas Group:

BNP Paribas is the European Union\xe2\x80\x99s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group\xe2\x80\x99s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group\'s performance and stability

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.

About Business line/Function:

The BP2S\xe2\x80\x99 Market and Financing Services (MFS) business line provides a range of solutions to support the increasingly sophisticated requirements of institutional investors, alternative asset managers and financial intermediaries. These include Securities Lending (Agency and Principal), Foreign Exchange (On demand FX, Auto FX, Passive Currency Overlay), Triparty Service and a variety of Financing solutions.

Job Title:

Snr Associate

Date:

19/03/2024

Department:

MFS-OTC

Location:

Chennai, CP2

Business Line / Function:

MFS OTC DERIVATIVES PARIS \xe2\x80\x93 (TMS)

Reports to:

(Direct)

Grade:

(if applicable)

Senior Associate

(Functional)

Assistant Manager

Number of Direct Reports:

NA

Directorship / Registration:

Position Purpose

Due to an attrition in the team, we would like to replace an FTE for carrying on with the daily BAU activities which is required for the team to serve the betterment of services to the clients.

Responsibilities

Direct Responsibilities

\xc2\xa7 Providing trade notifications to third parties such as fund trustees.

\xc2\xa7 Resolving trade-related exceptions.

\xc2\xa7 Liaison with the Counterparties and settling the cash flows

\xc2\xa7 Liaison with the Paris OTC hub team, internal teams to resolve the breaks / queries.

\xc2\xa7 Processing OTC Derivative trades in internal systems manually.

\xc2\xa7 Providing trade notifications to third parties such as fund trustees.

\xc2\xa7 Resolving trade-related exceptions and investigate them until closure.

\xc2\xa7 Liaison with the Counterparties and settling the cash flows

\xc2\xa7 Liaison with the Paris OTC hub team, internal teams to resolve the breaks

\xc2\xa7 Process accurate Trade booking on Global basis within given deadlines.

\xc2\xa7 Interact with both internal and external parties to resolve trade booking issues and queries.

\xc2\xa7 Query resolution in accordance with time frames set out in Client SLA\xe2\x80\x99s.

\xc2\xa7 Handle exceptions/breaks and investigate thoroughly before feeding the prices to downstream teams.

\xc2\xa7 Resolve trade booking issues in a timely basis.

\xc2\xa7 Ensure all errors/break down of procedure are documented as per BNP Paribas policy.

Contributing Responsibilities

\xc2\xa7 Escalating exceptions to appropriate processing team for resolution.

\xc2\xa7 Reporting of exceptions in line with internal control and external client requirements.

\xc2\xa7 Contributing to the team success.

Technical & Behavioral Competencies

\xc2\xa7 Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and strong MS Excel skills required. Thorough understanding of all Derivative product classes

\xc2\xa7 Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, service commitment, and solid organizational and interpersonal skills.

Specific Qualifications (if required)

\xc2\xa7 Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, service commitment, and solid organizational and interpersonal skills.

\xc2\xa7 Identify Operational Risk Areas within the Client Business Revenue Process.

\xc2\xa7 Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, prioritizes multiple tasks, and meets strict deadlines

\xc2\xa7 Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and strong MS Excel skills required.

\xc2\xa7 Query resolution in accordance with time frames set out in Client SLA\xe2\x80\x99s

\xc2\xa7 Work with the Vendors and other parties to capture OTC trades.

\xc2\xa7 Resolve trade booking issues in a timely basis.

Skills Referential

Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)

Ability to collaborate / Teamwork

Communication skills - oral & written

Adaptability

Ability to share / pass on knowledge

Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)

Ability to understand, explain and support change

Analytical Ability

Ability to develop and adapt a process

Choose an item.

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Education Level:

Master Degree or equivalent

Experience Level

At least 3 year

Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)

Product Knowledge

OTC \xe2\x80\x93 Swaps (IRS, CDS, CDX, Overnight Index, Inflation and Total Return), Swaptions,Options.CFD

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