About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is a top-ranking bank in Europe with an international profile. It operates in 71 countries and has almost 199 000 employees. The Group ranks highly in its three core areas of activity: Domestic Markets and International Financial Services (whose retail banking networks and financial services are grouped together under Retail Banking & Services) and Corporate & Institutional Banking, centred on corporate and institutional clients. The Group helps all of its clients (retail, associations, businesses, SMEs, large corporates and institutional) to implement their projects by providing them with services in financing, investment, savings and protection. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and International Financial Services activities, BNP Paribas enjoys leading positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas and has a solid and fast-growing network in the Asia/Pacific region.
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, a leading bank in Europe with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 6000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About Businessline/Function :
CIB Client Engagement and Protection IT (CEP IT) has focus on applications servicing Client Lifecycle management, Due Diligence /KYC , Customer Relation Management, Service Request Management, Referential and Data Quality, Transaction monitoring, Reconciliation, Dat Platforms, and Anti-Money Laundering. Technologies being used include Java, .NET, Angular, Informatica, PowerBI, Fenergo, Siebel, Actimize, Camunda, Drools on private cloud infrastructure. Agile and DevSecOps practices are widely used. Landscape includes projects that are a mix of established and some under transition to new platforms.
Job Title:
Director, Head of Digital Client Journey
Date:
17-Dec-2024
Department:
CEP IT
Location:
Bangalore
Business Line / Function:
Client Engagement and Protection IT
Reports to:
Direct:
Head of CEP IT India
Grade:
(if applicable)
Director (D1)
Functional:
Global Head of Domain
Number of Direct Reports:
~6 direct span
Directorship / Registration:
NA
Position Purpose
Our Client Engagement & Protection (CEP IT) technology team is seeking for a Director to head the Digital Client Journey technology program and foster the overall growth and development of the Client Engagement & Protection technology franchise in Bangalore.
As a Head of Digital Client Journey, the ideal candidate would be a seasoned, international, and dynamic leader with a strong technology background, particularly in cloud architecture patterns. This individual should possess robust solution and software design skills, enabling them to effectively lead senior software engineers. With over 15 years of experience in the Financial Services industry, the candidate would bring valuable technical insights and expertise and great drive. While experience in the Know Your Customer, Transaction Monitoring or Customer Servicing and Relationship Management is not mandatory, it would be a valuable addition for the role. This combination of leadership, technical proficiency, and industry-specific knowledge would make them a perfect fit for the role.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
- Ownership of the Client Journey digitalization domain, to deliver Investment Banking business ambition to re-design the tools supporting the end-to-end coordination of Client Onboarding, Recertification and Off-boarding
- Collaborate with senior management globally to align strategy and provide vision for the platform
- Being the most senior leader in CEP IT Bangalore, we expect the candidate to own, support and facilitate Client Engagement & Protection IT development in Bangalore (150-200 FTEs)
- Ensure transparency and effective communication across stakeholders
- Propose, Review and Challenge Application Architecture and Design
- Monitor system performance and lead initiatives to optimize processes and technology.
- Identify and mitigate risks associated with technology, regulation, data security and privacy.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to team members to develop junior team members and ensure successful project execution.
- Manage budgets, succession planning, career progression, appraisal, and compensation
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
- 15+ years of experience in the technology domain for FinTechs, financial services, Investment Banking, and/or technology industries.
- Excellent knowledge about cloud design patterns and development principles, notably service oriented architectures.
- Prior hands-on experience around multi-tier architecture, system design, architecture, Java/.NET, workflow engines, caching, observability, database, development tools and frameworks.
- Experience engaging with senior executives; navigating complex, global organizations; and fostering collaborative decision-making among senior stakeholders.
- Strong leadership skills and proven ability to manage large teams and develop talent.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong ability to translate complex topics to simple and compelling narratives.
- Ability to multitask and operate with flexibility in a fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines.
- Strong project management skills, delivery/result oriented and attention to detail.
Nice to have skills:
- Exposure to financial security environment and topics: continuous KYC, Fenergo lifecycle management tool, Transaction profile or related processes such as Customer Relationship Management, AML applications.
- Experience with system integrations, migrations, cloud platforms and data management in the financial services sector.
- Experience in presenting ideas verbally, through emails or presentations to CXOs.
- Experience on machine learning, GenAI.
Specific Qualifications (if required)
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills:
Ability to synthetize / simplify
Decision Making
Attention to detail / rigor
Ability to deliver / Results driven
Transversal Skills:
Ability to set up relevant performance indicators
Ability to develop and adapt a process
Ability to inspire others & generate people’s commitment
Ability to develop and leverage networks
Ability to anticipate business / strategic evolution
Education Level:
Master Degree or equivalent
Experience Level:
At least 15 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
Job Description – APAC
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is a top-ranking bank in Europe with an international profile. It operates in 71 countries and has almost 199 000 employees. The Group ranks highly in its three core areas of activity: Domestic Markets and International Financial Services (whose retail banking networks, and financial services are grouped together under Retail Banking & Services) and Corporate & Institutional Banking, centered on corporate and institutional clients. The Group helps all its clients (retail, associations, businesses, SMEs, large corporate and institutional) to implement their projects by providing them with services in financing, investment, savings and protection. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and International Financial Services activities, BNP Paribas enjoys leading positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas and has a solid and fast-growing network in the Asia/Pacific region.
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, a leading bank in Europe with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 6000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About Business line / Function:
Corporate and Institutional Banking (CIB) – Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) team is part of CIB ITO function. TPRM Shared service center (SSC) based out of BNPPISPL is focused on implementation of standardized and synergized global Target Operating Model (TOM) for Third Party Risk Management across CIB. The Target Operating Model is a consistent framework to meet stringent regulatory requirements leveraging a risk-based approach, unified processes, and standardized tools.
Job Title:
AM: Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) Controls
Date:
13th December 2024
Department:
TPRM
Location:
Bangalore
Business Line / Function:
CIB ITO
Reports to:
(Direct)
Grade:
(if applicable)
Assistant Manager
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
0 (Individual contributor)
Directorship / Registration:
NA
Position Purpose
Leading the Control / Monitoring / Processing role in TPRM SSC is critical.
1. Ensuring that all the Outsourcing Services globally for CIB with complying with Generic Controls Plans in line with BNP Paribas Group Policies.
2. Ensure effective monitoring and governance of all Third-Party arrangements including the timely completion of applicable risk assessments.
3. Ensure effective evaluation of outsourcing arrangements and timely notification to the regulator.
4. Ensuring that right set of controls are in place (in line with global Target operating model requirements) for day-to-day operations of ISPL TPRM SSC and ensure that they are effective in normal course of business.
5. Monitoring of critical services for upcoming periodic risk reviews. Assessment and management of any ad hoc risk reviews triggered by market events etc.
6. Maintaining important policies and procedures for ISPL TPRM SSC.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
· Collaborate with TPRM SSC Operations team to assess BAU processes to ensure completion of TPRM controls across all CIB global contracts.
· Carry out annual independent checks / evaluation of controls (Defined in BNP Paribas Group Risk policies) around Third-Party Risk Management process. Identify and report gaps between results and expected outcome.
· Governance – Prepare & organise meetings across Global TPRM community to provide updates on GCP controls adherence.
· Develop and deliver content to Senior Management, Risk SME’s, Audit and Regulatory Representatives summarizing the results controls execution activities.
· Oversee and challenge the TPRM BAU process including – plan, identify and assess, control, and mitigate, test and validate, monitor, and report.
· Reporting – Prepare required management / regulatory reporting.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
Technical
· General Risk management and Controls management awareness.
· Internal Controls Testing/ Internal Audit.
· Understanding of Third-Party Risk Management including Inherent and Residual Risks.
· Familiarity with Outsourcing Governance and Ongoing Monitoring.
· Familiarity with the banking products and services including an all-rounded view of the processes, especially Third-party risk management would be an added advantage.
· Familiarity with Computer applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
Specific Qualifications (if required)
Behavioural
· Excellent presentation skills.
· Excellent ability to work in a multi-cultural, team-oriented environment.
· Excellent ability to work independently.
· Demonstrate fine attention to details.
· Excellent Service quality orientation.
· Excellent ability to honour tight deadlines.
· Ability to facilitate buy-in of stakeholders.
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Communication skills – oral & written
Attention to detail / rigor
Ability to deliver / Results driven
Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Ability to develop and adapt a process
Ability to understand, explain and support change
Ability to set up relevant performance indicators
Ability to develop and leverage networks
Analytical Ability
Education Level:
Master Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 7 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
Master of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent
Job Description – APAC
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is a top-ranking bank in Europe with an international profile. It operates in 71 countries and has almost 199 000 employees. The Group ranks highly in its three core areas of activity: Domestic Markets and International Financial Services (whose retail banking networks and financial services are grouped together under Retail Banking & Services) and Corporate & Institutional Banking, centred on corporate and institutional clients. The Group helps all of its clients (retail, associations, businesses, SMEs, large corporates and institutional) to implement their projects by providing them with services in financing, investment, savings and protection. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and International Financial Services activities, BNP Paribas enjoys leading positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas and has a solid and fast-growing network in the Asia/Pacific region.
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, a leading bank in Europe with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 6000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions..
About Businessline/Function :
Corporate and Institutional Banking (CIB) – Third Party Risk Management (TPRM) team is part of CIB ITO function. TPRM Shared service center (SSC) based out of ISPL is focused on implementation of standardized and synergized global Target Operating Model (TOM) for Third Party Risk Management across CIB. The Target Operating Model is a consistent framework to meet stringent regulatory requirements leveraging a risk based approach, unified processes and standardized tools.
Job Title:
Manager: Project Manager – Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)
Date:
13th December 2024
Department:
TPRM
Location:
Bangalore
Business Line / Function:
CIB ITO
Reports to:
(Direct)
Grade:
(if applicable)
Manager
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
0 (Individual contributor)
Directorship / Registration:
NA
Position Purpose
Project Manager role in TPRM SSC is a critical role focused on Business Analysis and project mgt. of build out and enhancement of various tools (systems) utilized in TPRM workflow. Further it involves business management responsibilities i.e. assisting in periodic creation of material for senior management updates, ad hoc analysis and reporting of data etc.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
· Engage with stakeholders to understand business need for creation of new capability / enhancements etc. on tools (systems) and solution with detailed requirements.
· Maintain a product backlog with comprehensive documentation of new capabilities / enhancements for various tools as requested by senior management / stakeholders.
· Develop project plans for capability deliveries. Establish mechanism to actively monitor progress. Ensure scheduled deliveries and escalate issues in timely manner when required.
· Collaborate with technology teams in agile model – Articulate requirements, monitor build process, carryout / coordinate User Acceptance testing and facilitate production roll out.
· Engage with Stakeholder groups via regular working group meetings to provide updates on new buildouts and enhancements in tools.
· Provide concise updates to senior management on project deliverables and corresponding challenges / risks etc.
· Manage project scope and schedule via stringent adherence to change management controls
· Utilize citizen developed technologies like SharePoint, robotics etc. to develop interim solutions were needed
Contributing Responsibilities
· Assist in development of a roadmap for tools by clearly articulating build requirements, assessing feasibility and determining cost / benefit analysis and proposing prioritization.
· Assist in data analysis / reporting and creation of material for senior management updates.
· Budgeting and creation of business case for presentation to senior management for new initiatives.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
· Working knowledge of vendor management / TPRM domain including Key reference data, workflows and controls would a plus
Specific Qualifications (if required)
· PMP certification, ability to set up visuals on SharePoint, ability to create appealing visuals for updates using MS PowerPoint and design dashboard / reporting formats would be a plus
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Communication skills – oral & written
Creativity & Innovation / Problem solving
Ability to deliver / Results driven
Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Ability to manage a project
Ability to understand, explain and support change
Ability to manage / facilitate a meeting, seminar, committee, training…
Ability to develop and leverage networks
Choose an item.
Education Level:
Master Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 7 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
About Business line/Function:
Within the BNP Paribas India Solutions Pvt Ltd (“ISPL”) Organization, the OPC (Operational Permanent Control) correspondents for the IT/Operations/Functions/Financial Shared Services perimeters is under the management of the Head of Conduct & Controls and works in close relationship with the relevant Operational Entity (OE) teams.
Job Title:
Assistant manager – Operations Permanent Controller, Global Markets Operations
Date:
Oct 2024
Department:
ISPL CIB ITO Conduct & Controls
Location:
Mumbai
Business Line / Function:
Global Markets
Reports to:
(Direct)
Manager
Grade:
(if applicable)
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
NA
Directorship / Registration:
NA
Position Purpose
Within the BNP Paribas India Solutions Pvt Ltd (“ISPL”) Organization, the OPC (Operational Permanent Control) correspondents for the IT/Operations/Functions/Financial Shared Services perimeters is under the management of the Head of Conduct & Controls and works in close relationship with the relevant Operational Entity (OE) teams.
The operational permanent controllers (OPC) have a key role in the first line of defence regarding the management of operational risks and permanent control.
Main responsibilities are to implement the operational risk management framework and monitor the operational risk related to OE’s activities. Hence, OPC will analyse control results and incidents to identify main operational risks and follow the associated mitigation/remediation actions (including recommendations).
OPC will be also responsible for the improvement of the overall internal control mechanisms to ensure compliance with BNPP Group standards.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
Risk management
- · Participate to the definition and to the regular update of the Central Control Libraries (CCL), of the Local Control Plans (LCP) that adapt Generic Control Libraries (GCL) and consider additional specificities related to risks assessments, regulation, or other risk events (historical incidents, control results, external events, audit missions, etc.).
- · Execute and/or coordinate controls according to these plans.
- · Ensure that control results are reviewed and analyzed by the management of the entity and when relevant by operational teams / relevant stakeholders and that, according to the results, action plans are defined if needed.
- · Input the control results or ensure correct input of the control results as well as self-identified action plans elaborated by the first line of defense in the Group tools.
- · Ensure tracking of permanent control actions and incident remediation actions to closure.
- · Advise the status of the control environment. Use findings of control weaknesses to drive risk management and process & control improvement.
- · Facilitate RCSA reviews by engaging with business units to identify and document key risks and controls.
- · Communicate findings and provide detailed actions for risk mitigation.
- · Ensure RCSA processes align with regulatory guidelines, policies and risk management frameworks.
- · Coordinate, manage and follow up of internal and external audit findings and recommendations, including recommendations from governing authorities.
- · Ensure adherence to reporting in all tools.
- · Develop strong relationship with key stakeholders and business partners by addressing issues/concerns in timely manner.
- · Work closely with Central OPC teams to ensure that guidelines established centrally are adapted.
Contributing Responsibilities
Risk governance
- With the other ITO OPCs, contribute to the risk awareness within ITO and bring into the spotlight key areas of focus/attention.
- Participate in the Permanent Control Committees and ISPL Internal Control Committee, ensuring clear reporting of control results, incidents, key risks, etc.
- Liaise with the Onshore / Local OPCs and contribute to the risk awareness and bring into the spotlight key areas of focus/attention.
- Closely collaborate with LOD2 by attending regular meetings and sharing relevant information
Regulations, Procedures and Code of Conduct
- Ensure that Group procedures requirements are implemented locally, complemented with local specificities (regulations, tools organizations, …)
- Ensure that the procedures designed by the businesses and functions are identified, updated, properly stored and communicated to the relevant stakeholders within the OE.
- Ensure respect of the BNPP standards of Code of Conduct
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
- Minimum 5 years of collaborative experience in Global Market Operations & Operational Risk.
- Knowledge on Trade Life Cycle is required. Experience in Settlements would be a plus.
- Good analytical skills and control mindset
- Ability to integrate various information and synthesize them.
- Good communication and presentation skills, with ability to interact with operations staff and Senior Management
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to make independent decisions.
- Coordination and multi-tasking skill
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) for statistical analysis and report production
Specific Qualifications (if required)
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Critical thinking
Ability to synthetize / simplify
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Communication skills – oral & written
Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Analytical Ability
Ability to develop and adapt a process
Ability to set up relevant performance indicators
Ability to manage / facilitate a meeting, seminar, committee, training…
Ability to understand, explain and support change
Education Level:
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 5 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
About Business line/Function:
Team performs Fund Accounting for various clients across several locations with 24 x5 coverage. The process includes Transactions input, Reconciliation, Fund valuation, Cash processing, Reporting & Transfer Agency with intraday deadlines. Accurate and timely reporting of NAV to the end client is the key objective of the team.
Job Title:
Senior Associate
Date:
Department:
IFSO
Location:
Mumbai
Business Line / Function:
HFS
Reports to:
(Direct)
Assistant Manager
Grade:
(if applicable)
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
NA
Directorship / Registration:
Position Purpose
Independent delivery of accurate and timely NAVs for hedge funds.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
– Independent delivery of accurate and timely NAVs for hedge funds – with extremely high volume or / and very high complexity (having equities, bonds, future, options, CDS, EQS, etc. as holdings) by completing all of the following processes:
o Cash and position reconciliation (accounting vs PB and 3 way); with resolution of breaks
o Income reconciliation (dividends and interest)
o Manual Pricing and Pricing review
o P&L review and Tolerance checks
o Fees accrual, management and performance fee calculation and booking
o Capital bookings and reconciliation with Investor services system reports
o TB tie out and compiling NAV pack
– Could be required to review simpler hedge fund NAVs
Contributing Responsibilities
– Delivery on audit requests and resolution of all queries on a timely basis
– Participation in system development projects, process change projects, etc.
– Ensure appropriate checks and procedures are followed to maintain high quality deliverables and to avoid internal audit and ISAE findings
– Compliance with all internal organizational and business policies
– Troubleshoot issues of other team members and mentor / coach / buddy them
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
– Strong hedge fund accounting or hedge fund reconciliation experience (understanding of process and business required).
– Should have deep working knowledge of asset classes like equities, bonds, futures, options and swaps i.e. how they operate in real world.
– Experience on Advent Geneva system would be preferred – an added advantage.
– Decent experience on Microsoft Excel – Pivots, financial functions, etc.
Specific Qualifications
Post-Graduation in Finance (Graduate in Accounting with courses in capital markets may also apply)
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Communication skills – oral & written
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Adaptability
Active listening
Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Ability to understand, explain and support change
Analytical Ability
Ability to develop and leverage networks
Ability to anticipate business / strategic evolution
Ability to manage / facilitate a meeting, seminar, committee, training…
Education Level:
Master Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 3 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
About Business line/Function:
BNP Paribas acts as a custodian bank for their clients which is a specialized financial institution responsible for providing securities services. It provides post-trade services (Clearing & Settlement) and solutions for asset owners, asset managers and broker-dealers. BNP has physical possession of its clients’ financial assets. These could include cash, stock certificates, bonds, and other financial instruments and are responsible for safeguarding these types of assets.
Job Description – Senior Associate- Local Settlements
Job Title:
Senior Associate
Date:
Department:
BSO
Location:
Chennai & Mumbai
Business Line / Function:
BDO Settlements
Reports to:
(Direct)
Manager
Grade:
(if applicable)
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
NA
Directorship / Registration:
Position Purpose
The role of a Senior Associate in the Local Settlements team requires the person to facilitate settlement of Client trades in the relevant Settlement Centre. The role has a weightage attached to it, as the person will have to possess good knowledge of the Trade life cycle & the Clearing and Settlement activity. The person forms the core of the team by performing critical activities that aid in trade settlement. This role gives the opportunity to learn about different markets, the products offered and the nature of settlement. This position serves as a base to master the Clearing & Custody activities.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
· Capturing of client instructions into Settlement system without any error.
-Ensuring all trades are instructed, matched & settled on a timely basis
– Monitoring of failing trades
· Keeping clients posted on the latest status of their trades with BNP.
· Placing the client’s trades into respective markets to enhance the settlements.
· Liaising with the counterparties and various other internal and external stakeholders to enhance the process of smooth settlement.
· Settled positions need to be accounted properly in the client accounts and appropriate breaks in the reconciliation need to be cleared
· Cash and positions control checks should be always kept as top priority.
– Cash Management related with funding trades
· Calculation of client margins and posting of the same need to be adhered.
Contributing Responsibilities
· Idea generation that will enable to simplify the process.
· Contribute to update the procedures in line with the current process.
· Should understand the process map and gain knowledge about the pre and post settlement activities.
· Active participation in any testing activity for the process enhancement.
· Support the team and other team members in participating in cross training and providing support and coverage during busy periods.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
· Strong Analytical skills.
· MS Office skills (Excel).
· Time management.
· Commitment
Specific Qualifications (if required)
· Graduates / Postgraduates (B. Com/MBA Finance preferred).
· Candidates should be willing and flexible to work in any shifts.
· Relevant work experience in the Trade settlements / Custody activity.
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills:
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Communication skills – oral & written
Client focused
Creativity & Innovation / Problem solving
Transversal Skills:
Analytical Ability
Ability to understand, explain and support change
Education Level:
Master Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 3 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
· Thorough understanding of Capital market, Financial Instruments, Investment baking processes would be added advantage.
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
About Business line/Function:
RECONCILIATION
Job Title:
SENIOR ASSOCIATE
Date:
Department:
SSC
Location:
Chennai
Business Line / Function:
RECONCILIATION
Reports to:
(Direct)
Grade:
(if applicable)
(Functional)
AM / AM LEAD
Number of Direct Reports:
N/A
Directorship / Registration:
Position Purpose
- Senior Associate will be managing the daily operations/workflow within the business group and helps the Line Manager in achieving the process deliverables.
- Solid functional understanding of the business is recommended along with strong knowledge of products related to Settlement/Corporate Action/Trade Processing. Experience in working with Intellimatch will be an additional attributes.
- The candidate should have hands on experience in cash & securities reconciliation process.
- All static and migrations should be managed with respect to reconciliation requirements.
- Solid technical understanding of the business is expected, including strong knowledge of Intellimatch system.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous process improvement is a key driver.
- He/ She will be responsible for interacting with Line Managers and the clients of BNP Paribas Group and needs to provide high quality of service to the internal/ external clients.
- He/ She should play a SME role for any complex/ technical issues arise in daily BAU in reconciliation and provide expert advice to other aligned business lines for which reconciliation is performed.
- Regular interaction with the Team Lead/ Assistant Manager of BAU reconciliation for improving the quality of reconciliation produced to business.
- He/ She should be able to articulate well and communicate well across all levels in the organization.
- Ensure all the transactions are performed within the agreed timelines without errors and mistakes.
- Maintain Communication Channels with internal peer groups and business teams.
- Ensure to get cross trained within process and transfer the Knowledge transfer between the team and processes is happening on periodic basis.
- Participate in Brain Storming Sessions and share the best practices and ideas with the peer groups and team members.
- Ensure to be updated with the procedure document and User Guides. Evaluate and update documented procedures to ensure they are complete, accurate and current.
- Accountable to follow the BCP / BIA documents
- Escalate unresolved open items to the Team lead / Assistant Manager.
– Understand the business structure within BNP, along with the process.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities
- Handling the reconciliation process and related activities for Clearing and Custody Services/ Investment Fund Services/ Middle Office Position business respectively.
- Identifying missing balance, trail balance, proof difference and resolving all variances to reach resolution in a timely manner.
- Performing a range of daily, weekly, monthly & quarterly reconciliations across all the business lines.
- Performing a range of daily, weekly, monthly & yearly controls to ensure feeds & related net transactions are in place
- Providing user training as required, improving the understanding of the control aspects of Intellimatch within the business.
- Ensure all activities are performed within agreed timelines.
- Investigating any open breaks and work with business team and any external parties for resolution.
- Identifying the reconciliation deviation/ backlogs in terms of process and having the discussion with BAU Manager to execute the correction process via BAU team.
- Assist with various ad-hoc projects and new initiatives within the team.
- All controls has to be followed, Controls are properly evidenced and complete by each activity
- Escalate unresolved open items to the Team lead / Assistant Manager.
- Preparing the maintenance & control reporting to senior management and audit.
- Should gain knowledge in various Swift Message Types, especially MT940/950 and MT535/536 and ensure to understand the details available in these messages.
- Analyzing the details/ references received in MT940/950 and MT535/536 and liaise with correspondent banks and Sub custodians in order to improve auto matching in Intellimatch.
- Provide on the job training for new recruits, updating job procedures from time to time and collating information on the status and progress of tasks to the onshore location.
- Track and maintain all the issues arising in the process and adhere to proper escalation matrix for resolution.
- Ensure all the process changes are discussed with team and tracked in the tracker appropriately.
- Identify the possibilities and create various rules to increase the percentage for the automatic matching process in Intellimatch.
- Responsible for the internal integrity of the automated reconciliation via Intellimatch.
- Maintaining the static data in Intellimatch databases including new accounts set-ups, department setup, matching rules, and other static data.
- Liaising with other departments to ensure aged breaks are properly commented with the current status and resolved in timely manner.
- Handling all types of rejects batches and formatting the files as per the requirement of Intellimatch. Manual import of files via Recollector
- Defining references in the lookup table to automate assignments and avoid discrepancies in Intellimatch.
- Liaising with IT for any discrepancies or changes in the flat files received for import.
- Building strong control mechanism for reconciliation unit in consultation with manager which should result in mitigating the risk.
- Maintain Communication Channels with internal peer groups, within GSO and with spoke locations.
- Participate in Brain Storming Sessions and share the best practices and ideas with the peer groups and team members.
Primary Working Relationships
- The Candidate will report to the Process Lead/Assistant Manager of the process.
- Actively participate in all huddles and internal meetings.
- The position interacts with other Process Associates, Mid Office Staff, Relationship Managers and Clients.
- The position interacts with International Team Members of BNP Group.
Contributing Responsibilities
· Working together with Lisbon, Mumbai & Chennai to achieve the vision of SSC.
· Work closely with stakeholders to mutually enrich the quality of process and to encourage collaborative efforts in achieving client satisfaction.
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
– College Degree, preferably a Master’s degree in Commerce or MBA (Finance)
- Strong verbal and written English skills required. Ability to converse clearly with internal and external staff.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in reconciliation background in investment banking domain and/or prior related industry for a Senior Associate.
- Mandatory hands on experience of reconciliations applications like Intellimatch.
– Strong analytical skills, detail orientation, service commitment, and solid organizational and interpersonal skills.
– Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment, prioritizes multiple tasks, and meets strict deadlines.
– Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications and strong MS-Word & Excel skills required.
– To be based in Chennai / Mumbai and prepared to travel if required.
– Must be prepared to work in any shift supporting business Requirements.
– Identify Operational Risk Areas within the Client Business Revenue Process.
– Supervise, Monitor, Control and Co-ordinate all activities in the department.
Client Focus & Adaptability:
Client Focus:
- Be pro-active in developing customer relations by understanding and responding to customer needs.
- Strive continually for customer satisfaction and focus on Client Delight.
- Commit/Promise only what can be delivered by keeping Bank’s interest in mind.
- Try to identify the real needs of the customer, including those not necessarily stated.
- Advise/Educate the client’s staff on formulation of data which suits to BNP Applications.
Adaptability:
- Always look for ways to improve services and processes
- Be able to adapt to different markets and different clients evolution
Integrity, trust & fairness
- Acts with integrity in all interactions with colleagues, team members and clients.
- Promises only what can be delivered, managing expectations and honors commitments, and, has committed to ethical practices in all interactions and relationships.
- Treats others fairly, showing respect and courtesy.
- Builds trust by responding openly, genuinely and consistently to others.
- Self-motivated and contribute in team bonding activities.
– To be Positive influencer, Flexible, dependable & maintain team spirit
Specific Qualifications (if required)
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Communication skills – oral & written
Organizational skills
Attention to detail / rigor
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Ability to understand, explain and support change
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Education Level:
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 5 years
Other/Specific Qualifications Minimum 4 years of relevant experience is ok (4 years not available in the drop down)
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
About Businessline/Function :
Financial Accounting and Reporting team is a team with expertise in :
1. Financial reporting through IFRS and FGAAP, including reporting for complex entities/products and taxation
2. Financial accounting for various structured products/entities including Statutory Financial Statements preparation
3. Consolidation of financials including intercompany reconciliation and global CIB Intercompany coordination
Job Title:
Manager/AM
Date:
2023
Department:
Financial Accounting & Reporting
Location:
Mumbai / Chennai
Business Line / Function:
Finance Shared Services
Reports to:
(Direct)
Manager
Grade:
(if applicable)
–
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
–
Directorship / Registration:
NA
Position Purpose
The Financial Accounting team is primarily responsible for month end closing along with providing oversight and control over day-to-day transactions, operations and activities required for the daily activities, including the recording of revenue arising from transactions from various activities including Global Market activities and Financing activities.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
Accounting & Control Functions
· Prepare and book daily/monthly entries (Accrual, MTM booking, etc.)
· Enforce controls and ensure that balance sheets are in balance; prepare balance sheet reconciliation schedules.
· Prepare reconciliation between source and general ledger and identify gaps.
· Review daily transactional account activity/daily ledgers for posting errors and back-value transactions
· Review ledgers and perform account and transaction analysis for a set of entities.
· Analyze, reconcile, and review all accounts under their responsibility by performing a variance analysis of corresponding revenue/balance sheet items, highlighting trends, and following up on questions/ concerns
· Prepares month-end substantiation packages for multiple legal entities.
· Ad-Hoc Requests (profit center creation) / Intra day
· Assists with audit requests from External Audit, Regulators and internal control teams.
· Update and review mapping tables.
Reporting and Analysis
· Performs financial reporting, analysis, and related activities for multiple legal entities from various activities including Global Market activities, financing activities.
· Assist in preparing financial statements (US GAAP and IFRS).
Contributing Responsibilities
· Participate in the upgrades/version releases of respective reporting tools, as well as system amendments/enhancements required to facilitate new/modified reporting requirements. In connection with this effort, assist in user acceptance testing and trouble-shooting after deployment.
· Assist in identifying operational process improvements in production, control procedures, and workflow organization to increase the team’s efficiency and effectiveness. Also assist in integrating and streamlining the reports under the team’s responsibility
· Observe the bank’s policies and procedures
· Assist in any special project or request as directed by management
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
· Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP reporting with minimum years of financial reporting and analysis experience in a medium to large organization. Experience in financial reporting and analysis includes preparation of US GAAP and IFRS financial statements and financial reports for senior management.
· Basic Corporate Banking product knowledge
· Ability to obtain and maintain a thorough understanding of the general ledger structure and financial reporting
· Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end close
· Work with the Controller to ensure a clean and timely year end audit
· Support Controller with special projects and workflow process improvements
· Ability to learn new systems and products quickly
· Knowledge of business desktop applications (MS Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
· Advanced knowledge of MS Excel (formulas, pivot tables, charts, and graphs)
· Effective analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Specific Qualifications (if required)
CA with 4+ years
· Ability to deliver excellent results within the established timeframes while managing multiple priorities
· Strong attention to detail
· Excellent analytical and self-motivational skills
· Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
· Self-starter and team player, able to work independently and collaboratively with various teams in a deadline-focused environment
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Attention to detail / rigor
Active listening
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Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Ability to anticipate business / strategic evolution
Analytical Ability
Ability to set up relevant performance indicators
Education Level:
Master Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 4 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
· CA
- Financial Services accounting experience
About BNP Paribas India Solutions:
Established in 2005, BNP Paribas India Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA, European Union’s leading bank with an international reach. With delivery centers located in Bengaluru, Chennai and Mumbai, we are a 24×7 global delivery center. India Solutions services three business lines: Corporate and Institutional Banking, Investment Solutions and Retail Banking for BNP Paribas across the Group. Driving innovation and growth, we are harnessing the potential of over 10000 employees, to provide support and develop best-in-class solutions.
About BNP Paribas Group:
BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank and key player in international banking. It operates in 65 countries and has nearly 185,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. The Group has key positions in its three main fields of activity: Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for the Group’s commercial & personal banking and several specialised businesses including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment, and protection solutions; and Corporate & Institutional Banking, focused on corporate and institutional clients. Based on its strong diversified and integrated model, the Group h elps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realize their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, BNP Paribas has four domestic markets: Belgium, France, Italy, and Luxembourg. The Group is rolling out its integrated commercial & personal banking model across several Mediterranean countries, Turkey, and Eastern Europe. As a key player in international banking, the Group has leading platforms and business lines in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific. BNP Paribas has implemented a Corporate Social Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
At BNP Paribas, we passionately embrace diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected and can bring their authentic selves to work. We prohibit Discrimination and Harassment of any kind and our policies promote equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants, irrespective of, but not limited to their gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, colour, national origin, age, religion, social status, mental or physical disabilities, veteran status etc. As a global Bank, we truly believe that inclusion and diversity of our teams is key to our success in serving our clients and the communities we operate in.
About Business line/Function:
Within BNP Paribas, we are RISK and we are responsible for calculating providing Market and Credit Risk to traders, marketers, trade analysts and risk analysts. We are looking for a Support Analyst to provide enterprise level technical support to our customers via phone, email, chat and other support channels as required. You shall serve as the first point-of-contact (Level 1): your role will be to receive, to record and understand users’ issues, to fix known issues, to co-ordinate with other teams to fix issue and to then communicate the resolution to the user. You will analyze all available sources of information, as well as liaising with colleagues to obtain technical knowledge in order to ensure quick resolutions. You need to think about possible improvement in current system-based incident and propose improvement ideas to team (Monitoring/Automation etc.)
Job Title:
IT Web Developer – Developer
Date:
6 March 2024
Department:
IFS
Location:
Chennai
Business Line / Function:
IFS
Reports to:
(Direct)
Manager
Grade:
(if applicable)
(Functional)
Number of Direct Reports:
Directorship / Registration:
NA
Position Purpose
Provide a brief description of the overall purpose of the position, why this position exists and how it will contribute in achieving the team’s goal.
Þ The Development team is a team within the IFS Sydney division responsible for the development and enhancement of applications owned by IT department.
Þ Deliver smart, appropriate solutions that meet or exceed business expectations.
Þ Deliver assigned activities and tasks to budget and schedule, and to agreed criteria for success
Þ Ensure that the project methodology is applied in all tasks undertaken.
Þ Provide regular and timely updates to management regarding status of work activities.
Þ Identify and raise to management any risks or issues and contribute to the development of plans to either avoid or overcome these risks and issues.
Adherence to security and other global and local standards.
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
Understand requirements and design solutions
- Work directly with business analysts and/or the business end-users to ensure that requirements are understood
- Work with technical peers to identify and design appropriate and effective solutions to meet requirements
- Where applicable, document designs and solutions for changes required using the appropriate document repository (depending on the complexity of the application)
- Work with business analysts, developers and project managers to provide realistic and accurate estimates for tasks and projects
- Ensure that operational monitoring, housekeeping/maintenance and DR solutions are considered as part of all changes
Coding and testing of solutions
- Coding of required changes, respecting development standards and the project methodology
- Conducting and participating in peer code reviews
- Thorough system, unit and integration testing
- Support User Acceptance Testing
Deployment and handover
- Ensure that solutions designed and delivered can be operated and maintained
- Prepare solutions for deployment and document the deployment and change process
- Make sure that all UAT and production deployments are correctly stored in the source code repository
- Work with the Environment management team to ensure that solutions are deployed to test environments for systems testing and UAT
- Ensure that appropriate signoffs have been obtained prior to applying to have the solution approved for promotion to Production as well as adherence to defined promote procedures
- Ensure that solutions are handed over effectively to the support teams (Service Delivery)
Contributing Responsibilities
Understand requirements and design solutions
- Work directly with business analysts and/or the business end-users to ensure that requirements are understood
- Work with technical peers to identify and design appropriate and effective solutions to meet requirements
- Where applicable, document designs and solutions for changes required using the appropriate document repository (depending on the complexity of the application)
- Work with business analysts, developers and project managers to provide realistic and accurate estimates for tasks and projects
- Ensure that operational monitoring, housekeeping/maintenance and DR solutions are considered as part of all changes
Communication
- Clearly communicate, both verbally and written, with business users and others both locally and internationally
- Understand the communication lags that can occur across international time zones and ensure that necessary communication with the international contacts is sent by end of day so that they have it in their in-box when they begin work the next day
- Promptly and clearly communicate the reason for any delays and time slippages with key persons and to provide reliable revised time estimates
- Confidence to chase up local and international users and others if there are delays in their delivery of requirements and sign-offs to the developer
Self-starter
- Ability to work autonomously on small to large pieces of work when required
- Able to effectively manage time to deliver the spreadsheet solution within budget
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
· Technical pre-requisites:
Must Have:
· Hands-on Experience in C#, ASP.NET Webforms, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET WEB API and Entity Framework, ADO.Net
· Experience in scripting languages JavaScript (ECMA 5 & 6), Jquery, AngularJs, and Angular 1.X.
· Hands-on experience in MS SQL Server 2016 database design and development (including Stored Procedures, Functions Triggers, Views, TSQLT Unit test cases.)
· Experience in CSS, Bootstrap, Angular Material
· Strong experience in XSLT and XML
· Familiarity with Source Control branching strategies
· At least 2 years of experience in Agile (Scrum/XP) and Scaled Agile Framework
· Hands-on experience in documenting Analysis and Design documents
Desired to have:
· Experience in financial services
· Exposure in VB.NET based data warehouse reporting
· Exposure in Micro Service Architecture & .NET Unit test frameworks
· Exposure in Typescript, Angular 5 & above, Asp.Net Core will be added advantage.
· Exposure Team Foundation Server (TFS)
· Exposure to SQL SSIS & SSRS
· Experience in GIT
· Practical experience in Kanban & Lean
· Experience with Devops environment
· Exposure to SWIFT, HiPortfolio and/or pControl
· Degree qualified in IT or related discipline
· Behavioural
o Planning, Organising & Co-ordinating: Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently within defined timelines
o Attention to Detail: Strong focus on ensuring correctness and quality of work
o Communication: Express ideas effectively and clearly in both verbal and written communication in a professional and appropriate way. Ability to seek clarification when not clear.
o Initiative: Tries to find new ways to improve current work, and industrialize processes. Brings fresh ideas to problems, introduces operational efficiencies where possible, and is always open to suggestions.
o Accountability: Take personal responsibility for all work assigned whilst delivering a quality service
o Pro Active: A team player who is able to see a need and be willing to assist in meeting that need, even if it falls outside the word specific area of their job description
o Drive for Results: Continually focuses on achieving positive, concrete results contributing to business success
o Client Focus: Making efforts to listen and understand the customer; anticipating customer needs; giving high priority to customer satisfaction
o Negotiation & Conflict Resolution: Negotiates & mediates sound agreements in situations where there is disagreements or differences in interests
o Building Team Spirit: Building a supportive environment, where staff understand and work together to achieve team goals, in an atmosphere of mutual respect and enthusiasm
o Self Confidence: Showing an air of confidence, commanding attention and respect; able to represent the department to internal clients and senior management
Specific Qualifications (if required)
Required:
· At least 5 years previous work experience in software development
· At least 5 years of experience in .Net (C#, ASP.NET)
· At least 2 years of experience in SQL Server
Desirable:
Degree qualified in IT or related discipline
Skills Referential
Behavioural Skills: (Please select up to 4 skills)
Ability to collaborate / Teamwork
Adaptability
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Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)
Analytical Ability
Ability to develop and adapt a process
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Education Level:
Bachelor Degree or equivalent
Experience Level
At least 7 years
Other/Specific Qualifications (if required)
Position Purpose
Current position is under ALMT IT team scope to contribute in IT Business Analyst and Project Manager
( PMBA) capacity for development, enhancements, and maintenance & support activities for OMR application by efficiently utilizing continuous improvement and agile methodology. Immediate tasks would include but not restricted to
• Communicate with business sponsors, owners, users, and other application teams to understand their roles / teams / tools. Build relationships and be the primary contact point for ALMT IT settlement projects and other IT groups.
• Become deeply immersed and knowledgeable about core business functions, processes and workflows associated with assigned business areas and applications.
• Using the Business Requirements document provided by the users, write a Functional Specifications document for vendor configuration, in house development and data migration.
• Complete all other SDLC documentation as per IT Governance.
• To perform functional tests ( integration, systems) and assist with user acceptance tests
• To work closely with testers to ensure that the appropriate level of testing is completed prior to release of developed functionality.
• In each release cycle, to demo newly developed functionality to the appropriate stakeholders during the development lifecycle and before release to production.
• Secure sign-off from sponsors and key stakeholders on all documentation and testing.
• To manage business feedback and create development tasks / specifications as appropriate.
• To understand and master various aspects of trade life cycle elements and link it to application usage
• Demonstrate strong knowledge on FX MM products particularly Interest Rate Swaps, Cross Currency Swaps, Loans & Deposits whilst executing the business projects.
• Possess strong project management skills
• Keep track and anticipate of changes in project requirements.
• Basic knowledge of unix and good understanding of SQL to perform hands on operations on the product on day to day basis
Responsibilities
Direct Responsibilities
• Prepare demand dashboard and plan project deliverables run the project end to end.
• Prepare functional specifications for developers and testers.
• Prepare test plans and conduct functional and integration Testing
• Contribute to the technical designing phase and document the design with UML diagrams and models.
• Create prototype for proof of concept and business requirements validations.
• Provide functional assistance to Development/Testing teams.
• Attend BA standup , mentoring junior BA team members, resolving their problems, team player
• Participate in peer reviews of Functional Specifications.
• Conduct user training sessions on applications and functionalities.
• Train others in order to ensure knowledge sharing and backup.
• Ensure that the project and organization standards are followed during various phases of software development lifecycle and day-to-day development work.
• Estimate efforts , prepare schedule of delivery and meet deadlines.
• To ensure production stability at all times, changes delivered are of good quality, ensure critical incidents are fixed on priority.
• Provide L3 Support. To participate in out-of-hours / daytime support as required
• To ensure all activities carried-out and solutions proposed, planned and delivered are compliant with organization policy guidelines.
• Ensure the project management governance is carried out as per IT Group standards
• Review, report, resolve, mitigate and escalate risks and issues as appropriate to stakeholders
Contributing Responsibilities
• Contribute towards innovation, suggest new practices to be implemented
• Contribute towards initiatives to improve processes and delivery
• Contribute towards recruitment efforts – both for the team as well as for the organization
Technical & Behavioral Competencies
Mandatory Skills:
• 10+ years Experience as a Business Analyst in an IT industry in the Finance domain.
• Knowledge of Capital Market activities, Financial Products, Financial Terminologies is a must.
• Problem solving.
• Good Understanding of Trade Life Cycle
• Thorough understanding of complete Software Development Lifecycle
• Self-motivated, good interpersonal skills and inclination to constantly upgrade on new technologies and frameworks.
• Problem solving, Good communication, good interpersonal skills and co-ordination activities, self-motivated, and inclination to constantly upgrade on new developments in the industry.
• Ability to understand business requirements easily and translate them into functional requirements.
• Capability to understand and analyze complex IT application and financial product structures
• Excellent documentation ability.
• Have experience in preparing requirement specifications and perform UAT.
• Strong skills on System analysis and preparation of data mappings from upstream to downstream.
• Good SQL Query writing skills and basic knowledge of UNIX commands.
Nice to have Skills:
• Knowledge or Experience with Treasury functions, Cash Reconciliation and business processes.
• Usage of SAP Business Objects from User perspective
• Knowledge of Devops
• Well versed with all Agile ceremonies