RISK Business Governance Layer - OPC French Speaker

About the job

• The Permanent Control's general mission is to oversee the implementation of the Operational Risk and Permanent Control management system for the RISK Business Governance Layer (BGL) BNP Paribas Function, helping the Chief Risk Officer to manage the level of operational risk generated by the activities under his responsibility (identifying points of attention and areas of weakness), and by implementing the necessary actions for raising awareness and communicating about operational risk management

Your Main Activities Are

• Actively collaborate in the establishment of the operational risk and control assessment (RCSA) for RISK
• Participate in the updating of the RCSA and the control plan for each department of the RISK Function within BGL BNP Paribas
• Ensure that the main RISK processes are covered
• Include and align the regulator's /auditors' findings with the identified risks
• Ensure consistency between the action plan and the identified risks
• Contribute to the preparation of the Internal Control Committee of BGL RISK
• Contribute to compliance with procedures
• Ensure the existence and updating of RISK procedures
• Propose adaptations aimed at enhancing the control of operational risks
• Execute and formalize the controls covering the risks described in the risk mapping, including the annual review of major controls
• Ensure that the Group's generic controls, defined according to the control plan, are deployed locally and oversee the consistency of methodologies for major controls (Key Control Points)
• Monitor the recommendations issued by internal/external auditors and by the regulator (internal control reports, audit reports, and recommendation letters) and produce a follow-up report for the attention of the RISK management
• Contribute to the semi-annual Permanent Control report for the RISK function
• Centralize the tracking of historical incidents, potential incidents, and frauds for BGL RISK
• Ensure the existence of a Business Continuity Plan for every RISK service and coordinate its annual update

Profile and Skills to Success

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree
• At least 3 years of experience in Finance or similar
• Advanced level of English and French, both written and oral

• Analytical and synthesis skills
• Ability to report
• Rigor and precision
• Change oriented
• Relational skills
• Adaptability

About the Team

• The RISK function of BGL BNP Paribas is currently looking for a senior permanent controller to strengthen its Permanent Control team, integrated within the RISK Operating Office of BGL BNP Paribas RISK in Luxembourg
• In this context, you will be based in Lisbon, and you will work daily with BGL Risk Operational and Permanent Control team in Luxemburg

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Why joining BNP Paribas?

BNP Paribas, the European leader in banking and financial services in Europe, operates in 64 countries and has nearly 180,000 employees. The Group is structured around three operating divisions. Its business lines cooperate closely, as part of our integrated model, to meet the needs of all our clients in a coordinated manner:

• Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB), connects corporate clients needing financing and institutional clients looking for investment opportunities;
• Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS), brings together all the Group's commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses;
• Investment & Protection Services (IPS), combines a unique continuum of products and services across protection, saving, investment and real-estate.

Our presence in Portugal

In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 9.700 employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 excellence centers 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 and our Career path page .

* 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.