Portfolio Management, Origination & Active Management Associate

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The position at a glance

This role supports BNP Paribas’s mission by providing neutral advisory services to enhance CIB value creation through transaction and client profitability review. The position aims to manage regulatory capital consumption via the active management of the loan portfolio. You will play a key part in balancing risk and return to ensure sustainable growth within the Origination and Active Management functions.

In detail

• Review capital commitment requests submitted to the Resource Allocation Committee to support informed decision-making by RAC members.
• Analyze the profitability of proposed lending transactions and overall client profitability to provide reasoned insights for the decision-making process.
• Liaise with Coverage counterparts to ensure all transactions are modelled appropriately for accurate assessment.
• Maintain and update trends within Origination and the broader loan market to ensure data-driven advisory.
• Participate in the back testing of client profitability in collaboration with PAM and relevant regional teams to validate historical models.
• Monitor capital consumption and credit risk evolution of the loan portfolio by analyzing market and industry trends.
• Propose enhancements to the risk-return profile of lending transactions by providing secondary market alternatives to Coverage and Business lines.
• Execute approved Active Management and risk mitigation actions as required by Risk or Business Lines to manage exposure effectively.
• Perform necessary due diligence in coordination with Coverage and asset-owning Business lines to ensure compliance and legal satisfaction.
• Provide ad hoc training to Coverage and Business lines on Portfolio Management roles, capital, and liquidity topics to enhance organizational knowledge.
  
  

The Strengths And Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Bachelor’s in Finance or Accounting
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in credit within a large international bank or financial services firm.
• The knowledge of English is required.*
• Financial statement analysis to evaluate client creditworthiness.
• Credit risk RWA calculations and modelling to manage regulatory capital.
• Knowledge of Basel, Dodd-Frank, Volcker, and other regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance.
• Understanding of credit products including loans, CDS, credit insurance, and securitization to support portfolio management.
• Bloomberg Terminal usage for real-time market data retrieval.
• VBA programming and modelling skills to improve process efficiency.
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in English language is required.
  
  

While the description above describes our ideal candidate, we encourage applicants to apply even if they do not fully meet the complete list of qualifications noted

What’s In It For You

Alongside a competitive compensation, we provide a comprehensive suite of flexible benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and long‑term success:

Health & Wellness – A menu of flexible options for you and your family, including a 24/7 telemedicine service.

Mental‑Health Support – Up to $5,000 per year for sessions with mental‑health practitioners, plus unlimited access through our Employee Assistance Program.

Financial Benefits – A defined‑contribution pension plan and a range of additional financial perks.

Paid Volunteering Days – Take time off to give back to the community.

Learning & Development – Access to high‑quality training, personal‑development programs, and clear pathways for internal career progression across our global organization.

Work‑place flexibility – Hybrid work is available for most roles. You’ll be required in the office at least three days per week, with one of those days being either a Monday or a Friday.

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

BNP Paribas is committed to fostering a work environment where all employees can feel heard, valued, safe and supported, and can be their authentic selves.

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, the leading bank in the European Union and a major global financial institution, operates in 63 countries and has nearly 178,000 employees. Its mission is to foster a responsible, sustainable economy by financing and advising clients to the highest ethical standards while addressing environmental, regional development, and social inclusion concerns. With over 1,700 employees in Montreal and Toronto, BNP Paribas in Canada strives to develop long-term relationships with its clients by supporting their business strategies and meeting their financing and investment needs, both locally and abroad.

Our certifications and partnerships

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What You Need To Know

• BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and inclusion. During the recruitment process, accommodation needs are available at all times for candidates. You will have the chance to make a request for an accommodation during your application.
• 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’ office(s) is an essential function of this position;
• If you are applying and accepted to a position which requires working in/for the U.S. securities industry, you will be required to provide your fingerprints and undergo additional background checks by the FBI. BNP Paribas Securities Corporation is required to maintain a supervisory program over the conduct of its Associated Persons; some of your personal data will be transmitted to the United States of America and made available to US regulators. Please reach out to BNPP for additional information; or you can also find an overview here: 3110. Supervision FINRA.org
  
  

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