Job Description

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal\'s Top Employers in 2023. We are a dynamic and growing organization having its main establishment located in downtown Montreal and part of a leading international banking institution fully committed to building a more sustainable future. Note that the position may be in the Canadian Branch of BNP Paribas or in one of its subsidiaries based in Montreal.

The position at a glance

Within Client Engagement and Protection, the Due Diligence Monitoring and Controls team\xe2\x80\x99s objective is to monitor, control, and manage Due Diligence\xe2\x80\x99s key operational processes to ensure proper functioning of the team and visibility for senior management. This includes Quality Control checks, controls, and reporting on New Clients, Recertification, and Non-legal Entities across CIB Business Lines.

The Due Diligence and Controls team is based in Montreal and reports to the Head of KYC Americas

In detail

The Due Diligence Monitoring and Controls analyst will perform a number of controls for Due Diligence including trade exception monitoring/resolution, various validation checks, support audit requests, etc. The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Monitor BNP Paribas Americas\xe2\x80\x99 client due diligence process, including oversight for Canada, United States, Mexico, Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina, by supporting AML KYC Operations program requirements related to controlling risk to the company
• Operating new internal controls and working with AML systems and processes to mitigate risk
• Maintain Client Engagement and Protection control framework throughout the Americas CIB platform in compliance with local and company-established regulations
• Track key Due Diligence policy metrics to confirm the effectiveness of the established processes and controls
• Support audit requests by pulling documentation and other information as required while under tight deadlines
• Validate Regulatory Requirements are captured accurately (FINCEN CDD, 17A-5, Transaction Profile)
• Review control reports for discrepancies, notify the Due Diligence team in AMER for remediation, and provide results to management

Qualifications

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in Finance, Economics or other related field of study
• Knowledge of the English language is required
• One to three years of experience in KYC/Quality Control, Due Diligence, Client Onboarding, Compliance or a similar field
• Understanding of relevant AML/KYC documentation requirements, bank policies, and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of requirement applicable to KYC, including The USA PATRIOT ACT, OFAC, and FinCEN regulations
• Have a control mindset, detailed orientated, and a desire to take ownership of objectives and drive results
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• VBA and PowerBI a strong plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to follow an issue through to its conclusion and independently manage work across many priorities
• Desire to take ownership of objectives and drive results
• Preference to work in a collaborative environment
• Able to multitask and adapt to changing priorities and effectively prioritize workflow to meet deadlines.

What\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you

In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.

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What you need to know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don\xe2\x80\x99t wait to submit your application;
• If you are selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. BNP Paribas will work with you to ensure that you are able to participate fully in the process;
• You must be legally eligible to work in the Greater Montreal area and, if applicable, hold a valid work or study permit. Physical presence in BNP Paribas\xe2\x80\x99 office(s) is an essential function of this position;
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. These will be clearly mentioned in the qualifications of the position;

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) at the heart of our commitments

At BNP Paribas all employees are on an equal footing allowing us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences.

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About us

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 65 countries, with more than 190,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services.

BNP Paribas\xe2\x80\x99 mission is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising its clients according to the highest ethical standards, while striving to respond to essential concerns in terms of the environment, regional development and social inclusion.

Since 1961, BNP Paribas has supported large Canadian companies and institutions in their business development by offering a full range of specialized financial services and investment products.

With over 1,200 employees, BNP Paribas in Canada continues to attract experts from diverse fields as well as ambitious young talent from around the world. We are proud to offer our employees a rewarding and international workplace where they can build their professional careers by honing their skills, meeting challenges and enriching their knowledge of the financial industry.

Our certifications and partnerships

• Montreal Top Employer 2023
• Canada\'s Best Diversity Employer 2023
• Women in Governance \xe2\x80\x93 Parity certified - Gold certification
• CCDI Consulting Inc. (Canadian Center for Diversity and Inclusion)
• Pride at Work Canada
• Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada\xe2\x80\x99s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
• ROSEPH \xe2\x80\x93 Grouping of specialized organizations for the employment of persons with disabilities
• IndigenousWorks

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