Due diligence officer

Employment contract:

Permanent

Location:

Montréal, Quebec, Canada

Job/mission:

OPERATION PROCESSING

Reference:

12354220

Due diligence Officer

In a changing world, unprecedented challenges
require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal’s Top Employers in 2024. 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

As part of a comprehensive action plan for the
prevention of money laundering and financing of terrorist activities
(“AML”), the Due Diligence Analyst assesses client risk by completing
the “Know Your Customer” form (“KYC”); this includes the
sensitivity proposal based on the sensitivity analysis results, which are
determined by an evaluation grid. The Analyst will be in direct contact with
clients (internal and external) in order to obtain the documentation required
by internal and external regulations. The Analyst will work closely with other
due diligence officers in the BNP Paribas Group network.

The role is to perform CIB Clients due diligence
analysis and checks at the client Onboarding and recertification and to
contribute the overall client’s assessment in terms of KYC.

The Analyst is also in charge of maintaining the
department’s database, as well as preparing reports and statistics for
submission to executive management on a regular basis.

 

In
detail

  • Understand the principles and be
    familiar with CIB products
  • Aware of various types of trading
    entities – limited, private and public companies, holding companies, hedge
    funds, asset managers, special purpose vehicle’s, trust’s etc.
  • Complete KYC forms for compliance
    purposes, including the following:
  • Conduct research on legal entities in
    the Bank’s systems as well as in official government records and other
    public websites
  • Conduct basic corporate financial
    research;
  • Conduct research on the economic
    activities of legal entities using available internal documents, such as
    credit proposals, or on public websites, such as Business Week
    (sector/industry type, products, services sold, localization of main
    suppliers, main clients and operation locations);
  • Evaluate client sensitivity according to
    a predetermined grid and instructions;
  • Communicate with clients, as needed, to
    gather information on beneficial ownership or on any other missing
    documents.
  • Notify the compliance/financial security
    department if a client’s identity or documents appear fraudulent or
    suspicious.
  • Monitor
    problematic situations.
  • Verify the compliance monitoring
    process: have relationship managers and the business-line head sign and
    review the KYC form.
  • Help with process implementation and
    verification and participate in procedure updates.
  • Complete the form in compliance with the
    Bank’s internal and external regulations within set timelines.
  • Manage and follow-up on reports required
    by financial intelligence units in Canada and Paris within the set
    timelines.
  • Take part in different projects under
    the supervision of the Head of Due Diligence.

 

The strengths and skills that will help you succeed

  • Bachelor’s in administration or business
    and expertise relevant to the main duties described above.
  • 1-2
    years’ experience.
  • Theoretical or general knowledge of
    banking products and legal documentation in the banking sector.
  • Knowledge of banking sector compliance
    rules.
  • Good understanding of legal business
    structures to determine a legal entity’s final beneficiaries.
  • Good knowledge of IT tools and software.
  • Rigorous
    work performance.
  • Good judgement and analytical skills and
    takes initiative.
  • Excellent communication skills, both
    verbal and written.
  • Ability to manage stress and prioritize.
  • Ability to work in a team.
  • Customer
    service skills.Given the vast majority of
    our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and
    Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Knowledge of the English is
    required

What’s in it for you

 

In addition to competitive compensation, we hybrid
work arrangements, such as remote working and flexible working hours are
available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides opportunities for career
development within the company and internationally.

 

What you need to know

 

  • We will review candidates as they apply, so
    don’t wait to submit your application;
  • BNP Paribas is committed to accessibility and
    inclusion. If you need any accommodation during the recruitment process,
    you can contact accessibility@us.bnpparibas.com
  • 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;
  • 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).

 

To learn more about our DE&I commitments, click here

 

About us

 

BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European
Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 63 countries,
with more than 180,000 employees, the bank holds key positions in several areas
of banking and financial services.

 

BNP Paribas’ 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 1,400 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 2024
  • Canada’s Best Diversity Employer 2024
  • Women in Governance  – Parity
    certified –  Gold certification
  • Pride at Work Canada
  • Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+
    Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
  • IndigenousWorks
  • Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in
    Quebec
  • Synclusiv
  •  Ready, Willing and Able
  •  Autisme sans Limites

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