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Company Purpose:

Our company purpose is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising clients according to the highest ethical standards.

Our employer promise is built around three pillars:

Being a great place to work
Committed to sustainability and having a positive impact
Being dedicated to the development of our people

Business Area

Bank Overview:

BNP Paribas is a leading bank in Europe with an international reach. It has a presence in 73 countries, with more than 196,000 employees, including around 149,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main activities: Domestic Markets, International Financial Services (whose retail-banking networks and financial services are covered by Retail Banking & Services) and Corporate & Institutional Banking, which serves two client franchises: corporate clients and institutional investors.

BNP Paribas Corporate and Institutional Banking is a globally recognised leader offering capital markets, securities services, financing, treasury and advisory solutions.

Business Area/Dept Overview:

This role is within RISK Markets and Financial Institutions (RISK MFI) – Analysis & Decisions (A&D) – Market & Liquidity Risk (MLR) team. This team is covering the market risks generated by Global Markets (GM) activities covering the main asset classes: equities, rates, credit, repo, FX, XVA and commodities.

Main responsibilities of MLR team are:

1. Business line leadership

Centre of expertise and point of contact for the business line, able to provide a holistic view of risks and activities, escalating issues as appropriate. Understanding the application of processes under the responsibility of other RISK MFI teams to the business line.

2. Risk anticipation and detection

Anticipation, detection, monitoring, analysis, and opinion on all market and issuer risks:

Early identification and in-depth review of hidden risks and potential threats, concluding with a clear view and recommendation for risk mitigating actions.
Escalation to RISK and business management.

3. Risk control framework

Design and continuous improvement of the market risk control framework including risk analysis tools, limits and stress testing. Holistic vision on valuation and capital metrics, escalating issues or concerns in these areas.

Job Purpose

The role is to assist senior team members in the day-to-day business activities and contribute to a variety of tasks allowing a general introduction to the business of RISK MFI and Global Markets. The role will focus on one or more asset classes among equities, rates, credit, repo, FX, XVA and commodities.

Specific processes managed by the team:

Business line leadership

Point of contact for Global Markets (GM) on one or more asset classes market risk topics.
Articulation of main risks and risk opinion to management.
Review of and opinion on information and views provided by GM.
Understanding valuation, capital, funding, and liquidity impact of business line.
Provide support as business-line expert to other RISK teams.
Understand business-line valuation models and methodologies and escalate weaknesses and concerns.
Understand market risk capital framework and escalate weaknesses and concerns.
Market risk analysis of structured/complex transactions.

Risk anticipation and detection

Understanding the valuation, risk and P&L of business line activities in the context of current, past and potential market conditions.
Chairing of Main Positions meetings and other forums with Trading, providing independent risk analysis and opinion, escalation of risk topics, and challenge to the business view.
Providing accurate and appropriate risk information and opinion to the FMRC (senior risk management) and other senior management forums. Escalating risk topics to senior management as needed.
Performing in-depth, ad hoc analysis, formulating an opinion and escalating as needed, while judging priority, on all market risk topics affecting the business line.

Risk control framework

Analysing risk within the business line with the tools available, driving the improvement of these tools, and ensuring that risks for which tools or data are inadequate are nevertheless adequately understood.
Setting and ensuring timely review of market risk limits in line with framework.
Provide support of IPV methodologies and control of non-tradable/exotic market parameters.
Review and approval of the market risk of exceptional transactions.
Approval of amendments to trading mandates for French Banking Law/Volcker Rule desks.
Definition of risk measurement methods such as stress tests, regulatory measures, and VaR methodologies.
Contribute to French Banking Law/Volcker Rule control plans.

Key Responsibilities

Support senior team members with day-to-day activities as described in Job Purpose.

Requirements

Master’s degree from a leading university with an excellent academic record; or equivalent work experience.
Good understanding of financial markets.
Good knowledge of options principles (trading, risk management) and derivatives markets (products and markets).
Curious and eager to learn.
Confident verbal, written communication and networking skills.
Excellent spoken and written English. Additional languages are an advantage.
Proficient with MS Office tools, including Excel. Python/R/VBA preferred.
Great organisational, multitasking and time management skills.
Team player, proactive, independent, enthusiastic self-starter with strong interpersonal skills.

Conduct

Be a role model, supporting and fostering a culture of good conduct.
Demonstrate proactivity, transparency, and accountability for identifying and managing conduct risks.
Consider the implications of your actions on colleagues.

And of course, we expect all our colleagues to embody and practice the Group values (alignment with the Bank’s strategy, commitment, work ethic, integrity and Code of Conduct).

PLEASE NOTE

You may only apply to four Long Term Internships over the course of a year. These may be across any business area.
Successful candidates for this long term internship will be considered for London ONLY.
Please discuss the available start dates with your interviewers.

Unsuccessful candidates’ CVs will be shared with other teams within BNP Paribas and considered for potentially suitable roles. In this way we hope to maximise opportunities for candidates and hiring teams. By submitting your CV for this role you agree to it being shared securely with other hiring teams within BNP Paribas for the relevant recruitment round.

Location: London

Duration: 11 months

A bit more about why you should join us

1. We’re a great place to work

We aim for optimal work/life balance (depending on role, this includes hybrid working, flexible working and agile)

We are proud of our award-winning flexible benefits and health & wellbeing strategy. Our flexible benefits include:

Generous holiday allowance of at least 26 days (plus bank holidays) – with option to buy and sell holidays.
Valuable financial plans – a 12% non-contributory pension which has been moved to sustainable investments*, life assurance*, income protection and personal accident insurance.
Extensive wellbeing and mental health offering – one of the most advanced private medical schemes in the UK, dental cover, wellbeing app, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy support, subsidised gym memberships, bespoke health assessments including genetic testing, Private GP (including digital GP services to parents of employees), Employee Assistance Programme, menopause & fertility support (we are an accredited Menopause Friendly Employer), neurodiversity assessment and support.
Key onsite services and facilities in London – include physiotherapy, nutrition, massage therapy, physiology, mental health first aiders, seasonal flu vaccinations and free onsite fitness centre.
Plus, emergency back-up care for dependants, green car leasing, season ticket loan, and a range of other benefits.

* Subject to relevant caps

2. As the eurozone’s largest bank, we are committed to having a positive impact in the world.

For example, we are committed to Net Zero in all of our financing and investment portfolios by 2050. By 2030, 80% of our energy production financing will be low carbon.

But impact for us means more than climate. It means empowering our people every day. Everyone gets four volunteering days each year – in 2023, we achieved over 18,000 hours of volunteering across the UK and reaching over 4,500 young people.

3. We believe in our people

We support our people to develop skills to adapt to the ever-evolving world of work and to prepare for the jobs of today and tomorrow. We do this through a comprehensive training offering, talent programmes, mentoring, career days and inhouse career tools.

We are proud of the number of our people who progress and secure new roles internally. In fact, in 2023, nearly half of our positions in UK CIB were filled internally.

Investing in our people also means we have a collaborative and inclusive culture:

Direct feedback from our people shows that our internal culture sets us apart from our industry peers.
Each year, nearly 30,000 employees globally are involved in professional networks that play an active role in promoting Diversity and Inclusion within the Group. These include our:
Pride Network, Ability Network (which supports disabled employees), MixCity (gender equality network), Women in Global Markets, Women in Global Banking, Women in IT, Diversity Equity & Inclusion in Technology, Early Careers Network, Multicultural Network and Parents & Carers Network.

Equal Opportunities

BNP Paribas is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

Adjustments

We don’t want anyone to be disadvantaged in our recruitment processes, so if you have a disability or health condition which may mean that you’d benefit from some adjustments or additional support, please let us know as early in the process as possible.

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The role

The Senior Client Accountant works with the Client Accounting Manager/Assistant Manager (or equivalent) as a subject matter expert and is responsible for ensuring the Client Accounting and Financial Reporting for our Client(s) is managed in an effective and timely manner in accordance with Client requirements

Responsibilities:

• Ensure that all Client and property accounting services are delivered to a consistently high standard and to the service levels required by the Client;

• Maintaining complete and up to date records and financial management, including applying accounting regulations, query management, service charge management, reconciliations, capex, opex and other Client specific procedures;

• Working with surveyors, Clients and other team members on the most appropriate actions to resolve queries;

• Supporting the contractual compliance across the team, including performing within the SLAs and KPIs on behalf of BNPPRE; and

• Assisting in continuously improving processes for market leading best practise financial management and in accordance with all relevant legislation.

• Act as a mentor and role model to the Client Accounting and Financial Reporting team members in their day to day activities. Provide coaching and support the team to ensure appropriate levels of performance and technical skills are maintained.

• Develop, implement and continuously improve processes and procedures to ensure service delivery standards for internal and external clients are met;

• Design and implement the departmental control framework and delegation policy relevant to their areas;

• Work with internal audit and compliance to ensure that all compliance and control requirements are met; and

• Participate in and monitor the effectiveness of controls of activities.

• Work with the management team, the Client Accounting Manager/Assistant Manager and other members of Client Finance to improve the efficiency, effectiveness and control of the Client Accounting and Financial Reporting operations;

• Act as the principal contact point for Clients, surveyors, and other relevant parties on all aspects of accounting service delivery;

• Monitor and produce client accounting records, including client statements and/or profit and loss and balance sheet reporting, VAT and other tax reporting, charges to Occupiers and Clients, reconciliations, CIS, rent deposits, and bank, cash, and service charge reconciliations, query response and maintaining and collating supporting information as required;

• Keeping property and finance data up to date and managing the finance elements of the database.

• Undertaking financial analysis and data analytics, with business intelligence as appropriate.

• Ensure that services are delivered in accordance with the agreed contract;

• Attend client meetings as required and work with clients to understand their needs, interpret requirements and respond as appropriate;

• Provide advice and guidance to team members on the structuring of accounting records and achievement of reporting goals;

• Ensuring all necessary Quality Assurance reviews have been undertaken and signed off before issue; and

• Assist in internal and external audits of financial information, procedures and controls.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through experience and training

• Have a recognised professional accounting qualification

Experience:

• Highly numerate with strong attention to detail and excellent verbal and written communication skills;

• Experience of working within an accounting team within in a property management or similar environment;

• Qualified or part qualified in a recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA) or qualified through experience. GCSE level qualifications including Maths and English;

• Experience in bookkeeping, internal and external financial reporting, financial operations and associated processes and controls

• Tenacious, presentable, assertive, adaptable, self-aware and self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills and a professional manner;

• Conscientious and highly focussed, with detailed understanding of accounting and an appreciation of data protection issues;

• Understanding of accounting techniques, including general ledger transactions would be an advantage;

• Committed to the provision of excellent customer service and to meeting deadlines;

• Commercially astute, innovative and solutions oriented;

• Organised and methodical, able to work to tight deadlines and manage time effectively, whilst also able to manage multiple projects; and

• Good skills in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, and Outlook). Experience of property management and accounting packages for managing agents (ideally Trace Tramps, or similar packages such as Yardi Propware / Voyager, Qube Horizon) would be a distinct advantage.

We are proud to offer award-winning benefits to support and reward our employees:

Heath & Leisure: Private medical cover, 25 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
Financial: Pension, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection (long term disability insurance), interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice

BNP Paribas Real Estate is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity without regard to race, colour, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

Asset Valuation Manager

Swindon – Hybrid working – Full-time – Permanent

We’re Arval BNP Paribas – we’re a global leader in vehicle leasing and the fourth largest leasing company in the UK. Our passion for Service, Sustainability and Solutions is brought to life by each and every one of our people – who we call Journey Makers.

Culturally, we’re a friendly bunch – more human than corporate – and we serve a diverse customer base. From families choosing their first electric vehicle, to global brands seeking to switch their fleets to electric vehicles – whatever our customers’ mobility needs, we have a solution to offer.

Why join Arval?

In addition to the benefits and opportunities that come with being part of a progressive global banking group, we have a supportive and collaborative culture where wellbeing and work-life balance are taken seriously. Which is why we recently won the title of Employer of the Year in the South West Business of the Year Awards.

About the role

In this role, you’re responsible for ensuring accurate forecasting of Service, Maintenance, Repair (SMR) and Tyre budgets. You’ll work closely with manufacturers to review new products and collaborate with teams to enhance processes and share best practices.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

Ensure accurate forecasting of SMR and Tyre budgets
Lead and develop a team of analysts to make data-driven decisions
Manage operations, controls and loading of budgets into the quotation system
Attend product launch events to strengthen partnerships with OEMs

What we’re looking for

You’re a proactive individual who thrives in a collaborative environment. You enjoy working with data and have a knack for turning numbers into actionable insights, all while effectively communicating with various stakeholders.

You’ll also be able to demonstrate:

Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret complex information and present this to exec level stakeholders.
Experience in leading a team
Advanced modelling skills and proficiency in tools like Tableau and SAS
Commercial awareness to align financial decisions with strategic goals

The package

We offer a basic starting salary up to £65,000, plus a bonus of up to £8,900. We also offer 25 days holiday as standard, plus bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to purchase an additional 5 days.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Company car or cash alternative of £6,000 per annum
Private medical cover, including a digital GP service
Company pension with enhanced employer contribution of up to 10%
Discounts on our products and services and discounts in many high street brands
2 paid volunteering days every year
Free on-site gym
Subsidised restaurant serving chef-prepared breakfast and lunch, plus discounted Costa Coffee
Plus, a range of flexible benefits to suit your lifestyle

Ready to make a difference?

Sound interesting? Click to apply and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV.

We’re passionate about being consciously inclusive employer, with a strong Speak Up culture. We’re also proud to be a Ban the Box employer as part of our commitment to a fair and inclusive society for all.

Interview process

Initial telephone screening to discuss your experience
One-hour competency-based interview
Second stage presentation

If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome of your application.

What are you waiting for? Apply today and we’ll be in touch.

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Job Title: Regional Sales Lead – OEM Motor Finance

Location: North Midlands – working remotely, travelling within your specific geographic region (visiting our office in Solihull once a month)

Hours: Full time, Permanent

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A bit about us:

At BNP Paribas Personal Finance, we’re part of a global bank and are proud to be a Top Employer UK, providing a great place to work in an open and inclusive environment.

We’re here to provide simple and straightforward consumer finance solutions and we work with many well-known retailers and brands to help their customers finance their purchases in a responsible way.

We care about making a positive impact for our colleagues, customers, partners, and the wider community. That’s why we live by our values of we’re positive, we’re brave, and we own it.

The Role:

As a Regional Sales Lead, reporting to the OEM Motor Senior Manager, you will be tasked with managing the relationships of our OEM dealer partners in your area, meeting ambitious new and used car targets, managing wholesale facilities and onboarding new dealers within your area or geographic territory. You’ll manage a specific region, requiring regular travel within that area, as this is a field-based role.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee and manage relationships with OEM Franchise Dealer Partners.
Deliver dealer training on BNPP-PF systems, campaign packages, processes, and regulatory sales requirements.
Manage dealer sales performance, including financial products, customer suitability, credit volume, business quality, penetration and acceptance rates.
Work with dealers to develop and manage ongoing wholesale requirements, monitor utilisation and demonstrator allocation
Request, monitor and manage flow of dealer information into internal risk and compliance teams
Handle complaint resolution and maintain strong dealer relationships.
Oversee customer lifecycle management to enhance engagement and retention.
Drive the used car opportunity pipeline, identifying and managing potential growth opportunities.
Prepare, negotiate, and present dealer commission proposals.
Occasional dealer stock auditing

Skills & Attributes:

Full driving licence.
Experience in Retail Motor Finance with a Motor Finance provider.
Successful track record in in business development and account management within the Motor Finance sector.
Resilient and able to thrive in high-pressure, target-driven environments.
Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Ability to manage stakeholders internally
Confident with strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
Strong interpersonal skills, adaptable, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Could this be you?

Making a positive impact is at the heart of everything we do – whether for our colleagues, customers, partners, or the community. We live by our values: We’re positive, we’re brave, and we own it. We believe a positive attitude and a passion for making things happen matter most. Don’t let confidence hold you back – there’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate. If you meet 75% of the requirements for this role, we want to hear from you! Whether you’re considering a career change or exploring a sector jump, we welcome applicants with transferable skills.

Apply now to express your interest and discover how you can make a meaningful contribution to our dynamic team.

Your Application Journey

Our hiring process typically includes the following steps:

Initial screening with a member of our Talent Acquisition team
Introductory call with the Hiring team via Teams.
Competency-based interview & presentation (90 mins), F2F with the Hiring team.

We aim to complete the process within 3-4 weeks, though this can vary depending on your availability. If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still keep you informed of the outcome.

Equal Opportunities Disclaimer

BNP Paribas Personal Finance promotes equality of opportunity and is committed to ensure that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.

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The Role:

The rural valuation team at Strutt & Parker have an outstanding reputation as rural and forestry valuation specialists operating throughout the UK. They operate as part of the wider Strutt & Parker team offering a range of Agency, Rural and professional Forestry services including sales brokerage, woodland and asset management, valuation and buyside advisory to a well-established and expanding client base.

We are looking for an experienced Rural & Forestry Valuer to join the Strutt & Parker Rural Valuation Team focussing on Rural & Forestry valuations across Scotland and the North of England. You will work with an experienced team and have the opportunity to help grow and potentially lead the team going forward as well being responsible for delivery and growth of your own valuation workstream.

Key Skills

• Reliable, friendly, approachable and supportive, able to inspire others, to coach and develop people’s skills

• Entrepreneurial, dynamic and able to apply professional and commercial judgement to deliver results

• Competent and experienced MRICS qualified rural surveyor with experience of delivering work across a range of projects

• Demonstrate team leadership, capable of building relationships with existing and new clients and generating new opportunities

• Possess a composed manner in order to be able to work under pressure

• Good time management and ability to prioritise workloads

• Ability to meet deadlines

• Accuracy and attention to detail

• Excellent communication skills – must be capable of building and maintaining good relationships with team members, other colleagues and clients

• Confident manner with clients and the team

• Flexible approach to work and hours undertaken

• An understanding of confidentiality issues and the use of discretion

• Ability to network, influence, negotiate

Qualifications:

• Formal Rural and/or Forestry qualification, ideally degree level

• MRICS (minimum 3 years PQE)

• RICS Registered Valuer

• FAAV qualified is preferable

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years working in the rural/forest industry

• Prior experience in rural, forestry and rural residential valuations

• Proficient in the use of Word, Excel and mapping software

• Experience in working in a regional setting, potentially covering more than one office location.

We are proud to offer award-winning benefits to support and reward our employees:

Heath & Leisure: Private medical cover, 27 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
Financial: Pension, company car allowance, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection, long term disability insurance, interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice

Strutt and Parker is committed to providing a work environment that fosters diversity, inclusion, and equal employment opportunity without regard to race, colour, gender, age, creed, sex, religion, national origin, disability (physical or mental), marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, or any other legally protected status.

The Role

The Client Accountant works with a small team of other Client Reporting Accountants and is responsible for all aspects of client and property accounting within a designated portfolio. The Client Accountant is the focal point for co-ordinating our accounting service delivery to both external and internal clients. In addition, there may be a requirement from time to time to work on project type activities. In respect of such projects, there may be a direct reporting line to a member of the Client Finance Senior Management Team.

Key deliverables and responsibilities

• Act as the principal contact point for clients, surveyors, and other relevant parties on all aspects of accounting service delivery for a designated portfolio of properties

• Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of designated client accounting records, including client statements and/or profit and loss and balance sheet reporting, VAT and other tax reporting, charges to tenants and clients, rent deposits, and bank, cash, and service charge reconciliations, maintaining and collating supporting information as required

• Understand and document specific client reporting requirements and operating procedures, and ensure that services are delivered in accordance with the agreed contract

• Respond promptly to routine queries from clients, tenants and colleagues

• Ensure that data pertaining to the portfolio is complete and accurate

• Ensure that postings are made promptly, efficiently, and accurately, performing checks of work undertaken on the portfolio by other members of the Client Finance team in accordance with agreed procedures and controls

• Attend client meetings as required and work with clients to understand their needs

• Compile, check and deliver regular reports in accordance with agreed timescales, ensuring all necessary reviews have been undertaken and signed-off before issue

• Regularly review funding to ensure clients’ payment obligations can be met and that monies collected are paid over without delay in accordance with banking requirements

• Ensure at all times that client bank accounts are not overdrawn

• Review property expenditure on a regular basis, agreeing the accuracy of coding with surveyors and facilities managers, resolving queries with suppliers and actioning any amendments required

• Monitor rent, service charge, rates, and similar payments made on the clients’ behalf, ensure that these are made in accordance with the terms and, where appropriate, that associated tax receipts are obtained and filed or passed to the client as required

• Ensure all service charge reconciliations are completed within three months of period end in accordance with client requirements and that any balancing charges and/or adjustments are processed promptly

• Liaise with the credit control team to understand the arrears position and report to clients accordingly

• Supervise the day to day activities of other client and assistant accountants assigned to assist on the portfolio

• Complete month/quarter and year end processes and ensure appropriate accounting periods are maintained

• Ensure routine charges are raised on a timely basis in accordance with lease and budgetary requirements

• Agree interest charges on late payments and write-off of uncollectable charges with the surveyor responsible

• Complete all statutory reporting required on behalf of the client

• Assist in internal and external audits of financial information, procedures and controls

• Calculate and compile completion statements on sale of properties or their transfer to other agents

• Assist in identifying and resolving the allocation of unidentified receipts

• Adhere to all agreed procedures and controls

• Report client service delivery issues and routine key performance indicators

• Oversee the set up and continued maintenance of the chart of accounts, sub ledger structure, banking rules and transaction types pertaining to the allocated portfolio

• Specific project deliverables as may arise from time to time, as defined by the Client Finance Senior Management Team

Financial

• Has an awareness of wider team or department budget

• Participation in the annual property budget and quarterly re-forecast process through to submission to the client

• Participation in ensuring the property decisions are made in support of the achieving the budgeted result.

Clients and Business Development

• Assist in business development with new clients by demonstrating systems, processes and procedures operated by client finance

• Report to clients based on trial balance to include profit and loss and balance sheet control account reconciliation to include input to the quarterly FMP for sensitive accounts

• Prepare monthly reporting to the client to include variance analysis and commentary against budget and re-forecasts throughout the year

• Ensure that data held on Tramps maps to the client systems chart of accounts and the all transactional reporting is in a format which can be uploaded to the client’s financial systems

• Is proactive in building relationships with internal clients and responsive and helpful to external clients

• Functional or specialist competence with relevant understanding of business/ departmental context

• Completes own work under minimal supervision/guidance

• Can deal with novel or difficult situations within context of own function or specialism

People

• Active team player

• Strong communication & written skills both to internal & external stakeholders

Systems and Process

• Ensure that processes and procedures are adopted across disciplines to ensure that accurate and timely accrual based accounting entries are calculated and posted monthly for deferred income and expenditure, accrued income and expenditure, prepayments and accruals

• Manages, co-ordinates, implements and develops a range of important activities, processes, functions or relationships

• Makes some decisions within field of expertise

• May contribute to, or be expected to lead projects from time to time.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified in a recognised accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA, AAT) with an appreciation of client reporting requirements, preferable but not essential in a property related client facing role, or qualified by experience with at least three years related financial accounting experience

Skills

• Demonstrable understanding of basic bookkeeping, accruals and prepayments, internal and external financial reporting, financial operations, budgeting & forecasting and associated processes and controls.

• Knowledge of property accounting, service charges, CIS and/or property VAT an advantage

• Proficient in MS Office

• Property management and accounting packages for managing agents

Experience

• Highly numerate with a strong “can do” attitude and attention to detail

• Self-motivated, responsible and organised.

• Committed to the provision of excellent customer service and to meeting deadlines

• Ability to juggle priorities and recognise when to ask for guidance

We are proud to offer award-winning benefits to support and reward our employees:

Heath & Leisure: Private medical cover, 25 days annual leave + public holidays (the option of purchasing up to 5 additional days via flex benefits), health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work scheme, eye care voucher, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge service, kids pass, open fairways golf card, great company culture and social events (including sports teams, charity events, art pass), perks at work
Financial: Pension, life assurance at 8 x basic salary, group income protection (long term disability insurance), interest free season ticket loan, bonus scheme – you will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Bonus Scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice

BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and a key player in international banking. We operate in 65 countries and employ 190,000 people, including nearly 145,000 in Europe. Our Group holds key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services; Investment & Protection Services; and Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) for corporate and institutional clients.

BNP Paribas’ CIB UK Legal department is a dynamic and integral part of the bank’s activities, providing expert legal advice and support across a wide range of activities. Our teams work closely with the business on transactional, advisory and governance matters and on disputes. It is led by dedicated professionals who ensure that the bank’s interests are protected while adhering to the highest legal, regulatory and ethical standards. The department is involved in various initiatives, including work experience programs, diversity and inclusion efforts, and legal technology advancements, reflecting its commitment to excellence, innovation and efficiency in the legal field.

Company purpose:

Our company purpose is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising clients according to the highest ethical standards.

Our employer promise is built around three pillars:

• Being a great place to work

• Committed to sustainability and having a positive impact

• Being dedicated to the development of our people

Business area

The LEGAL Regulatory team is an organisation within LEGAL comprising legal professionals providing legal support to business lines throughout the BNP Paribas Group in relation to financial services regulatory law. The team is part of UK CIB LEGAL and part of the LEGAL Regulatory Platform. Existing and new regulatory requirements play a key role in defining the Bank’s and senior management’s obligations. The LEGAL Regulatory UK team provides advice on non-contentious financial services regulatory topics from regulatory watch stage through to implementation, as well as “BAU” advisory questions for new products / activities or ongoing business activities.

Job Purpose

The Regulatory Lawyer, Vice President role provides specialist legal regulatory advice to the business teams and other stakeholders (e.g. other Functions or territory management office teams) in order to ensure that the Group’s activities are supported and able to achieve their objectives, on all matters relating to financial services regulatory law, whilst effectively identifying and managing legal risk. The Regulatory lawyer Vice President will provide advice relating to regulatory matters and support regulatory driven implementation projects, such as advising on the UK regulated perimeter, advising on matters on which the Vice President has developed expertise, completing the regulatory review of TACs and NACs and provide training on regulatory topics, in the UK or across Europe.

Scope: Primarily UK, with advice on European legislation.

The LEGAL Regulatory lawyer Vice President manages projects, develops relationships with stakeholders and provides high quality legal advice to business teams and other stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Advanced qualified lawyer accountable for providing non-contentious complex regulatory advice to the business and other stakeholders, including in relation to TACs / NACs (Transaction Approval and New Activity Committees) and regulatory change implementation projects.
Amends documentation to reflect regulatory matters / requirements, such as MiFID II terms of business and onboarding documentation.
Takes an active role in supporting and managing the development of legal policy within the UK LEGAL Regulatory team (e.g. the Regulatory Watch policy).
Reviews the quality and efficiency of work of junior members within the UK LEGAL Regulatory team and formulates recommendations that align with best practice, ongoing organisational strategies and cost efficiencies.
Manages and supports their relationships with key stakeholders across the business to ensure the provision of high quality legal advice.
Contributes to regulatory driven implementation projects, including attending (and representing LEGAL Regulatory on) associated governance for such projects
Contributes to the UK and European regulatory watch process (including through review of dashboard items and preparing and reviewing impact assessments)
Responds to business issues and queries relating to regulatory matters in order to provide quality and timely advice to the business.
Completes risk reporting for risks identified on projects / transactions or advisory matters.
Escalates risks / issues / questions appropriately to the EMEA Head of Regulatory Law
Instructs and oversees external legal counsel where appropriate to promote high quality, cost-efficient external legal service
In relation to regulatory topics on which they have expertise, provides, regulatory training to the Legal team and/or business stakeholders.
Supports advocacy efforts of the bank where legal interpretation is required on regulatory change texts (e.g. consultation papers published by regulatory authorities).
Contributes to and produces “know how” for product lawyer teams (e.g. TAC / NAC issue spotting guides)
Influences and supports other team members as required, including acting as a point of escalation for junior team members and co-ordinates with other teams within Legal both within the UK and globally as appropriate. Escalates complex/high risk matters as necessary.
Oversees the work of more junior members within the UK LEGAL Regulatory team.

Requirements

English qualified lawyer or relevant regulatory professional qualification with expert knowledge of non-contentious regulatory matters, including in relation to and experience advising on a number of different financial services regulations affecting the UK / Europe, for example MiFID II, CSDR, DGSD, EMIR, PSD 2, SFTR, FSMA and the FCA / PRA Handbook, and ESG regulatory matters
Good working knowledge of Bank wide policies, procedures, regulations and legislation relevant to regulatory matters, and experience in supporting regulatory implementation projects.
Good commercial and communication / stakeholder management skills along with excellent analytical skills and the ability to translate technical concepts into clear guidance and advice to the business.
Strong relationship management skills and an ability to provide support and act as a mentor to more junior members of the team.
Computer literacy and a good understanding of relevant software, such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint.

And of course, we expect all our colleagues to embody and practice the Group values (alignment with the Bank’s strategy, commitment, work ethic, integrity and Code of Conduct).

A bit more about why you should join us

1. We’re a great place to work

We aim for optimal work/life balance (depending on role, this includes hybrid working, flexible working and agile)

We are proud of our award-winning flexible benefits and health & wellbeing strategy. Our flexible benefits include:

• Generous holiday allowance of at least 26 days (plus bank holidays) – with option to buy and sell holidays.

• Valuable financial plans – a 12% non-contributory pension which has been moved to sustainable investments*, life assurance*, income protection and personal accident insurance.

• Extensive wellbeing and mental health offering – one of the most advanced private medical schemes in the UK, dental cover, wellbeing app, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy support, subsidised gym memberships, bespoke health assessments including genetic testing, Private GP (including digital GP services to parents of employees), Employee Assistance Programme, menopause & fertility support (we are an accredited Menopause Friendly Employer), neurodiversity assessment and support.

• Key onsite services and facilities in London – include physiotherapy, nutrition, massage therapy, physiology, mental health first aiders, seasonal flu vaccinations and free onsite fitness centre.

• Plus, emergency back-up care for dependants, green car leasing, season ticket loan, and a range of other benefits.

* Subject to relevant caps

2. As the eurozone’s largest bank, we are committed to having a positive impact in the world.

For example, we are committed to Net Zero in all of our financing and investment portfolios by 2050. By 2030, 80% of our energy production financing will be low carbon.

3. We believe in our people

We are proud of the number of our people who progress and secure new roles internally. In fact, in 2023, nearly half of our positions in UK CIB were filled internally.

Investing in our people also means we have a collaborative and inclusive culture:

• Direct feedback from our people shows that our internal culture sets us apart from our industry peers.

• Each year, nearly 30,000 employees globally are involved in professional networks that play an active role in promoting Diversity and Inclusion within the Group. These include our:

Pride Network, Ability Network (which supports disabled employees), MixCity (gender equality network), Women in Global Markets, Women in Global Banking, Women in IT, Diversity Equity & Inclusion in Technology, Early Careers Network, Multicultural Network and Parents & Carers Network.

Equal opportunities

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Company Purpose:

Our company purpose is to contribute to a responsible and sustainable economy by financing and advising clients according to the highest ethical standards.

Our employer promise is built around three pillars:

Being a great place to work
Committed to sustainability and having a positive impact
Being dedicated to the development of our people

Business Area

BNP Paribas Corporate and Institutional Banking is a globally recognised leader offering capital markets, securities services, financing, treasury and advisory solutions.

Job Purpose

The role is to assist senior team members in the day-to-day business activities and contribute to a variety of tasks allowing a general introduction to the business.

Key Responsibilities

Creating and implementing the mathematical models and strategies used for pricing and market making.
Predictive and statistical data modelling.
Support directly Trading, Sales and Structuring on a day-to-day basis by helping analyse specific trades/risks and applying the optimal pricing model.
Assessing the suitability of the models used by reviewing their assumptions, derivation, implementation and limitations.
Responsible for best practices for PnL Explain and Predict globally.
Involvement in key transversal regulatory topics such as FRTB or MIFID II.
Interaction with risk teams for market risk capital models such as VaR, Stressed VaR, IRC, CRM or IMM.

Requirements

A minimum of a Masters or PhD in a quantitative subject such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Quantitative Finance or Engineering.
Excellent programming skills (C++, Python, Java, R or other equivalent).
Data manipulation and database experience.
Interest in financial markets, economics and quantitative finance.
Experience of Prime Services, models and arbitrage strategies is not a prerequisite but a strong plus.

Conduct

Be a role model, supporting and fostering a culture of good conduct.
Demonstrate proactivity, transparency, and accountability for identifying and managing conduct risks.
Consider the implications of your actions on colleagues.

And of course, we expect all our colleagues to embody and practice the Group values (alignment with the Bank’s strategy, commitment, work ethic, integrity and Code of Conduct).

PLEASE NOTE

You may only apply to four Long Term Internships over the course of a year. These may be across any business area.
Successful candidates for this long term internship will be considered for London ONLY.
Please discuss the available start dates with your interviewers.

Location: London

Duration: 12 months

A bit more about why you should join us

1. We’re a great place to work

We aim for optimal work/life balance (depending on role, this includes hybrid working, flexible working and agile)

We are proud of our award-winning flexible benefits and health & wellbeing strategy. Our flexible benefits include:

Generous holiday allowance of at least 26 days (plus bank holidays) – with option to buy and sell holidays.
Valuable financial plans – a 12% non-contributory pension which has been moved to sustainable investments*, life assurance*, income protection and personal accident insurance.
Extensive wellbeing and mental health offering – one of the most advanced private medical schemes in the UK, dental cover, wellbeing app, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy support, subsidised gym memberships, bespoke health assessments including genetic testing, Private GP (including digital GP services to parents of employees), Employee Assistance Programme, menopause & fertility support (we are an accredited Menopause Friendly Employer), neurodiversity assessment and support.
Key onsite services and facilities in London – include physiotherapy, nutrition, massage therapy, physiology, mental health first aiders, seasonal flu vaccinations and free onsite fitness centre.
Plus, emergency back-up care for dependants, green car leasing, season ticket loan, and a range of other benefits.

* Subject to relevant caps

2. As the eurozone’s largest bank, we are committed to having a positive impact in the world.

For example, we are committed to Net Zero in all of our financing and investment portfolios by 2050. By 2030, 80% of our energy production financing will be low carbon.

3. We believe in our people

We are proud of the number of our people who progress and secure new roles internally. In fact, in 2023, nearly half of our positions in UK CIB were filled internally.

Investing in our people also means we have a collaborative and inclusive culture:

Direct feedback from our people shows that our internal culture sets us apart from our industry peers.
Each year, nearly 30,000 employees globally are involved in professional networks that play an active role in promoting Diversity and Inclusion within the Group. These include our:
Pride Network, Ability Network (which supports disabled employees), MixCity (gender equality network), Women in Global Markets, Women in Global Banking, Women in IT, Diversity Equity & Inclusion in Technology, Early Careers Network, Multicultural Network and Parents & Carers Network.

Equal Opportunities

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BROKER SALES MANAGER

Field-based – Full-time – Permanent – South East Region

Why join Arval?

About the role

You’re stepping into a role where you’ll effectively manage a portfolio of brokers, building strong relationships with all stakeholders. Your focus will be on delivering high-quality results while achieving sales targets and ensuring high renewal and extension rates.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

Managing a portfolio of brokers, fostering strong internal and external relationships
Ensure high-quality activity to meet agreed sales plans
Maintain high renewal and extension rates, while achieving fleet and production targets
Assist in developing supporting broker teams, to maximise sales opportunities

What we’re looking for

You’re a highly motivated and target-focused individual who thrives in a team environment. You enjoy building relationships at all levels and have a long-term strategic vision that aligns with our goals.

You’ll also be able to demonstrate:

Proven experience in managing a large portfolio and bringing on new business
Strong presentation and interpersonal negotiating skills
Ability to work closely with account teams and other departments
Experience in lead generation and achieving profitability targets

The package

We offer a basic starting salary of up to £50,000, plus on-target commission earnings of £18,300. We also offer 25 days holiday as standard, plus bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to purchase an additional 5 days.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Company car
Private medical cover, including a digital GP service
Company pension with enhanced employer contribution of up to 10%
Discounts on our products and services and discounts in many high street brands
2 paid volunteering days every year
Free on-site gym

Ready to make a difference?

Sound interesting? Click to apply and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV.

Interview process

Telephone interview with the Talent Acquisition team
Onsite interview lasting 1.5 hours, including a presentation and competency-based questions

If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome of your application.

What are you waiting for? Apply today and we’ll be in touch.

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FINANCIAL DATA ANALYST

Swindon – Hybrid working – Full-time – Permanent

Why join Arval?

About the role

You’re joining our finance team to help build and maintain data flows that enhance our data IQ. You’ll review existing data processing in SAS programs and address general data requests from finance, all while collaborating with a team that has extensive expertise.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

Building and maintaining data flows
Reviewing existing data processing and utilising current resources effectively
Managing general data requests and reporting needs from the finance team
Collaborating closely with team members to ensure data quality and governance practices are upheld

What we’re looking for

You’re someone who thrives in a collaborative environment and enjoys working with data. You have a desire to constantly improve processes and a keen interest in financial concepts, making you a valuable addition to our team.

You’ll also be able to demonstrate:

Strong SQL skills with experience in data modelling and maintaining complex data sets
Experience working with SAS programming and knowledge of data governance standards
Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical finance team members
Experience in creating and maintaining large financial datasets for reporting purposes

The package

We offer a basic starting salary of up to £43,000, plus a bonus of up to £1,900. We also offer 25 days holiday as standard, plus bank holidays, an extra day off for your birthday, and the option to purchase an additional 5 days.

We also provide a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Private medical cover, including a digital GP service
Company pension with enhanced employer contribution of up to 10%
Discounts on our products and services and discounts in many high street brands
2 paid volunteering days every year
Free on-site gym

Ready to make a difference?

Sound interesting? Click to apply and a member of our Talent Acquisition team will review your CV.

Interview process

Telephone screen with a member of the TA team
One-stage competency based interview

If you’re not shortlisted, we’ll still let you know the outcome of your application.

What are you waiting for? Apply today and we’ll be in touch.

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