For our office in Budapest, we are looking for you to join us in a full-time

 fix-term position as

OPC Expert

in BNP PARIBAS Hungary Branch

BNP Paribas is the leading bank in the European Union, as measured by balance sheet assets, with a footprint in 63 countries and territories and 183,000 employees. Endowed with worldwide support capacities, the Group possesses platforms and leading business lines in Europe, as well as a strong presence in the Americas and the Asia-Pacific region. 

BNP Paribas organizes its businesses into three main operating divisions: Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB), Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS) and Investment & Protection Services (IPS). 

Our Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) division serves two types of clients: corporate clients and institutional investors (banks, insurance companies, asset managers, etc.) by offering tailor-made solutions in terms of capital markets, securities services, investment banking, financing, risk management, cash management and financial advisory.

Its strategy of positioning itself as a bridge between corporate and institutional clients makes it possible to connect the financing needs of corporate clients with institutional clients seeking investment opportunities.

With a presence in three major regions – Europe, the Middle East, Africa (EMEA), the Americas and Asia Pacific (APAC) – CIB’s business lines work as closely as possible to support our customers’ needs and accompany them in their transition to a more sustainable economy.

What is the role?

In order to mitigate operational risks within BNP Paribas’ branches operating in CE (Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Hungary and Romania), we are looking for a Regional OPC expert physically present in Hungary, Budapest. The role would be reporting to Team Leader of Function or Business Controls Team and CE Head of Operational Permanent Control.

OPC CE team is responsible for mitigation of operational risks within the 1st line of defence (LOD1) by the following activities:

• design and maintenance of functions and business related Local Control Plan
• monitoring of control execution of the entire Local Control Plan
• Following the Group methodologies, performing annual Risk Control Self Assessment exercise
• In cooperation with OPC teams, LOD2 and other functions, prepare and steer the branches’ Internal Control Committees
• Provide support in external and internal audit missions, follow-up of recommendations
• Cascade group policies into local practices. 

 

What qualities do we look for?

• 5+ years of of professional experience in banking / financial industry sector. 
• Fluent in English and Hungarian.
• Bachelor’s degree in Economics. 
• Experience or good oversight in Asset-Liability Management processes, Custody Business (Security Services), or internal audit is a very strong advantage 
• Advanced knowledge and command of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. Data analysis skills are an advantage.
• Good approach in investigating the details, and ability to have overall view of matters at hand. 
• Ability to handle complexity, work in a team and individually.  

Key Responsibilities of the role

With the support and supervision of the Functions controls team leader, the regional OPC expert will be responsible for:  

• Perform and document controls related to functions of BNPP CE branches, – following Group methodologies 
• Contribute to perform the monitoring of control execution of operations and Shared Service Teams
• Prepare regular and ad hoc reports designated for operations and regional management teams
• Active support of the preparation of Internal Control Committees of the region
• Actively participate in the Group driven Risk Control Self Assessment exercise for the functions of the branch
• Contribute to the maintenance of the branches Local Control Plans
• Management of policies and procedures
• Liaise actively with OPC team members, BNP Paribas branches’ stakeholders and Head Office colleagues, subject matter experts. 

What we offer?

• Inspiring networking opportunities regionally in Central Europe and internationally within a global BNPP Group;
• Being part of a prestigious, ethical and sustainable global company;
• Market leading trainings, on-the-job training program;
• Working with a diverse team and belonging to an inclusive community; 
• A stimulating multinational environment in a top quality office, based in Budapest, at the heart of the new downtown;
• A competitive remuneration package and flexible social benefit package with:

• Large yearly cafeteria package
• Extensive Private Health Insurance program
• Language training support
• Company Social events
• Parking place
• Free fruits in the office;
• Flexible working environment, with partial home-office opportunity;

BNP Paribas is a key player in international banking, has a presence in 64 countries, with more than 178,000 employees, including nearly 145,000 in Europe. The Group supports all its customers – individuals, associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs and institutions – in the success of their projects through its financing, investment, savings and protection solutions in a changing world. 

Corporate & Institutional Banking division offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients. BNP Paribas has 200 years history in Europe and a firm position in Hungary for 30 years.  

In its Corporate & Institutional Banking BNP Paribas also enjoys strong positions in the Central Europe region, with branch offices in 5 countries (Hungary, Czech Republic, Romania, Bulgaria, Greece), serving 9 countries. 

For our office in Budapest, we are looking for you to join us in a full-time permanent position as

Senior Auditor (m/f/d)

within BNP Paribas Inspection Générale, Hub Central & Eastern Europe (Hub CEE). 

Do you want to be part of the Third Line of Defense and protect one of the largest system relevant European banks? Are you looking for a multicultural and diverse team that supports you from day one? How about a new challenge to grow and explore your full potential? If your answer is “YES!”, then it’s a match! 

As Senior Auditor within Hub CEE, you will contribute to the Group Audit activities in 10+ countries across all BNP Paribas Operating Divisions. With our dynamic team of approximately 70 auditors, we cover an audit universe of more than 80 legal entities in major European cities from A(thens) to Z(urich). 

We are looking for employees who share our values and commitments: rigour, great intellectual curiosity, a good ability to analyze and synthesize, the desire to progress, and a real team spirit.

Tasks & Responsibilities: What awaits you

• Leading or participating in audit assignments according to the International Internal Audit (IIA) standards while assuming a role of a functional leader whenever needed (Head of Assignment) and coaching your fellow team members. 
• Evaluating the design and effectiveness of internal controls, identifying areas for improvement and providing actionable, tailored recommendations for risk mitigation and control enhancement.
• Steering the Wrap-Up-Meeting with the Management of the audited entities and presenting your conclusions.
• Preparing clear, concise and well-structured audit reports.
• Ensuring follow-up, assessment and closure of audit recommendations.
• Performing the annual risk assessment activities, incl. compiling the multi-year audit plan and working closely with the Management of the Hub.
• Maintaining a constructive relationship with the Management of the audited area.
• Ensuring that our audit workflow tool (TeamMate+) is correctly and timely updated with necessary data for each audit and risk assessments.
• Contributing to internal initiatives to continuously improve our processes and audit approach with your ideas and experience.
• Staying up-to-date with financial industry developments, laws and regulations, as well as Group procedures.

Expertise & Soft Skills: What you offer

• Strong risk awareness and a keen eye for control processes.
• Proven analytical skills, quality assurance techniques and ability to synthetize.
• Efficient, problem-solving attitude, result-oriented way of working, and interdisciplinary thinking.
• Interested in exploring future trends of auditing, such as agile methodologies, data analytics, etc. and keen on sharing your ideas pro-actively.
• 7+ years of professional experience in the field of Internal Audit, preferably in an international bank or an auditing firm with a focus on finance or banking.
• Bachelor’s degree (or higher), ideally with a focus on finance, banking, auditing, business administration or law.
• Relevant professional certificates preferred (e.g. CIA, CISA, CFE, etc.) and can also be obtained during your time with us.
• Ability to connect, establish and build relationships.
• Team spirit and intercultural competence with the willingness to work in an international environment.
• Proficiency in English, both spoken and written; additional languages such as German, French or other Central European languages are a plus.
• Readiness to travel across Central & Eastern Europe.
• Advanced Microsoft Office knowledge.

What we offer you

• Inspiring networking opportunities regionally in Central Europe and internationally within a global BNPP Group;
• Being part of a prestigious, ethical and sustainable global company;
• Market leading trainings, on-the-job training program;
• Working with a diverse team and belonging to an inclusive community; 
• A stimulating multinational environment in a top quality office, based in Budapest, at the heart of the new downtown;
• A competitive remuneration package and flexible social benefit package with:

• Large yearly cafeteria package
• Extensive Private Health Insurance program
• Language training support
• Company Social events
• Parking place
• Free fruits in the office;

• Flexible working environment, with partial home-office opportunity;
• Attention to employee well-being and work-life balance

At BNP Paribas, you will find a secure job, plenty of space for your ideas and a suitable professional solution for your individual life situation. Your potential is limitless – and so are your development opportunities. We are the leading bank in the European Union. We are the “World’s Best Bank for Sustainable Finance 2023” (Euromoney). We are Top Employer 2024. We are: The Bank for a Changing World. 

BNP Paribas is a key player in international banking, has a presence in 68 countries, with more than 193,000 employees, including nearly 148,000 in Europe. The Group supports all its customers – individuals, associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs and institutions – in the success of their projects through its financing, investment, savings and protection solutions in a changing world. Corporate & Institutional Banking division offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients. BNP Paribas has 200 years history in Europe and a firm position in Hungary for 30 years. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking BNP Paribas also enjoys strong positions in the Central Europe region, with branch offices in 5 countries (Hungary, Czech Republic, Romania, Bulgaria, Greece), serving 9 countries. 

BNP Paribas, Hungary Branch is looking for a 

Servicing Manager

This role is acting as single point of contact for tier 1 corporate clients across Europe, in respect to their cash management products and services. 

Responsibilities:

• Client Support
  1. Be the first point of contact for our clients by servicing and promoting a positive client experience. 
  2. Challenge and simplify client requests.
  3. Constantly suggesting and implementing concrete solutions to the service of payment mean and payment channels.
• Client Analyses
  1. Identifying and suggesting improvements for internal processes while communicating with back offices, Business Centers, Cash Management and other internal stakeholders.
     1. Getting involved in continuous client satisfaction improvements by monitoring statistics and reports regarding topics and quality.

• Client Service
  1. Being the single point of contact on after-sales activities for the client but also with every stakeholder of the relationship with the bank.
     1. Regularly attending client and review meetings.
     2. Preparing ongoing reports for the clients in scope, including quarterly reports and attend client service calls.
  2. Proactively contact the client on any issue related to their individual products and flows, as well as pre- and post-incidents impacting the client.
  3. Informing and communicating regularly until the end of the issue.

What qualities do we look for?

• At least college graduate or equivalent apprenticeship with minimum 5 years middle office experience.
• Expertise in electronic banking, payments/reporting, or cash management area.
• Direct client interaction and extensive Client Service experience.
• Result oriented communication experience.
• Statistical report knowledge.
• Ability to collaborate/Teamwork.
• Attention to detail/rigor.
• Organizational skills.
• Adaptability.
• Communication skills – oral & written.

• Client focused.
• Resilience.
• Ability to synthesize / simplify.
• Ability to share / pass on knowledge.
• Very good German and English language skills in word and writing.

What do we offer?

• A competitive remuneration package and flexible social benefit package.
• Diverse product portfolio and complex job functions.
• Inspiring networking opportunities regionally in Central Europe and internationally within a global Group.
• Being part of a prestigious, ethical, and sustainable global company.
• Working with a diverse team and belonging to an inclusive community. 
• A stimulating multinational environment in a top-quality office, based in Budapest, at the heart of the new downtown, close to Westend City Center.  
• Market leading trainings, on-the-job training program.
• Attention to employee well-being and work-life balance.