Top Benefits
About the role
In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. 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
The Change & Solutions Americas organization works closely with BNPP’s executive management and senior leadership to design and implement high-level, strategically important projects, and shape the development of the Bank in the region (US, Canada, and Latin America). The team delivers value across CIB Americas through an integrated and agile approach with deep international interconnectivity across departments, and a strong focus on servicing internal clients.
Change & Solutions Americas delivers change-the-bank initiatives including strategic planning, business development, operating model transformation, process reengineering, and advanced analytics (i.e., Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning). These initiatives cover the full change management value chain from strategy to implementation.
The organization provides its employees with the high-intensity, high-impact training of top-tier consulting firms combined with access to the resources of a premier global investment bank. Our staffing model provides significant independence, international exposure, and opportunity for innovation, allowing you to develop both technical and soft skills. You will be afforded significant autonomy at an early stage and will have the opportunity to work on critical projects directly with senior and executive management. Your work will play a significant role in influencing the future of the Bank.
The team is highly collaborative internally and with clients across the Bank. Engagements can span multiple business lines, functions, and/or regions within various BNP Paribas entities enabling employees to build a strong network upon which to build their career.
In detail
The team members are responsible for the following activities:
Independently identify issues, develop strategies to improve the team’s problem-solving process and proactively suggest innovative solutions
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Prepare and proactively participate in presentations and interviews
Perform creative and effective market research and data analysis
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in handling individual deliverables
Provide core Project Management support by understanding the overall project plan and timeframe, keeping to the defined schedule and using discretion to consider actionable next steps
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
Minimum required qualifications:
Bachelor degree or equivalent
One to four years of experience in financial services and consulting
Experience in a similar full-time role in a related field
Preferred qualifications:
Internship experience within financial services and/or consulting
Candidates to be measured on the following four performance drivers, which will dictate how individual impact is considered on the Americas platform:
Results and Impact
Materially contributes to the structuring of problems, and asks insightful and strategic questions that help further understanding
Independently performs key analyses and fact gathering
Synthesizes the key takeaways from analyses to define actionable recommendations with some guidance
Quickly ramps up to create a good understanding of BNPP and broader industry, building from the data and research used in the analyses
Plans the required work according to the project milestones, and keeps openness and transparency with the project team on delays, risks and others
Customer, Client and Stakeholder
Requests information and follows up on data requests with minimal oversight, establishing good working relationships within the project team and with junior project stakeholders
Creates near client-ready presentations, writes clear and concise emails, interacts well with junior clients and is credible with more senior clients
Understands motivation and definition of success for project, exhibiting understanding of client context when drafting recommendations
Leadership and Development
Is receptive to feedback and coaching, acts upon feedback, and provides constructive upward feedback
Develops a reputation for being a good team member
Actively contributes to transversality, supports the building of institutional knowledge, contributes to the broader BNPP community via ERGs, Civic Events, etc.
Compliance, Culture and Conduct
Takes full responsibility for personal actions and demonstrates courage in facing problems and conflicts
Perceived as a person of high moral character; upholds corporate values and displays high ethical standards
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 French and English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
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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. 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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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
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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’s Top Employers 2025
Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2025
Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
Pride at Work Canada
Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
Synclusiv
Ready, Willing and Able
Autisme sans Limites
LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
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*** 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***
About BNP Paribas
BNP Paribas is a leading bank in Europe with an international reach. It has a presence in 65 countries, with more than 190,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. BNP Paribas holds leading positions in its three major operating divisions:
⚆ Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for all the Group’s retail banking networks and several specialised businesses, including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; ⚆ Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment and protection solutions; ⚆ Corporate & Institutional Banking, which is focused on corporate and institutional clients.
The Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, the Group has four domestic markets (Belgium, France, Italy and Luxembourg) and BNP Paribas Personal Finance is the European leader in consumer lending. BNP Paribas is rolling out its integrated retail-banking model in Mediterranean countries, in Turkey, in Eastern Europe and a large network in the western part of the United States. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and Investment & Protection Services activities, BNP Paribas also enjoys top positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific.
To learn more about our social media terms and Data Protection Notice: https://group.bnpparibas/en/data-protection
Top Benefits
About the role
In a changing world, unprecedented challenges require unmatched talent. Join one of Montreal's Top Employers in 2025. 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
The Change & Solutions Americas organization works closely with BNPP’s executive management and senior leadership to design and implement high-level, strategically important projects, and shape the development of the Bank in the region (US, Canada, and Latin America). The team delivers value across CIB Americas through an integrated and agile approach with deep international interconnectivity across departments, and a strong focus on servicing internal clients.
Change & Solutions Americas delivers change-the-bank initiatives including strategic planning, business development, operating model transformation, process reengineering, and advanced analytics (i.e., Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning). These initiatives cover the full change management value chain from strategy to implementation.
The organization provides its employees with the high-intensity, high-impact training of top-tier consulting firms combined with access to the resources of a premier global investment bank. Our staffing model provides significant independence, international exposure, and opportunity for innovation, allowing you to develop both technical and soft skills. You will be afforded significant autonomy at an early stage and will have the opportunity to work on critical projects directly with senior and executive management. Your work will play a significant role in influencing the future of the Bank.
The team is highly collaborative internally and with clients across the Bank. Engagements can span multiple business lines, functions, and/or regions within various BNP Paribas entities enabling employees to build a strong network upon which to build their career.
In detail
The team members are responsible for the following activities:
Independently identify issues, develop strategies to improve the team’s problem-solving process and proactively suggest innovative solutions
Develop and maintain strong client relationships
Prepare and proactively participate in presentations and interviews
Perform creative and effective market research and data analysis
Exercise discretion and independent judgment in handling individual deliverables
Provide core Project Management support by understanding the overall project plan and timeframe, keeping to the defined schedule and using discretion to consider actionable next steps
The strengths and skills that will help you succeed
Minimum required qualifications:
Bachelor degree or equivalent
One to four years of experience in financial services and consulting
Experience in a similar full-time role in a related field
Preferred qualifications:
Internship experience within financial services and/or consulting
Candidates to be measured on the following four performance drivers, which will dictate how individual impact is considered on the Americas platform:
Results and Impact
Materially contributes to the structuring of problems, and asks insightful and strategic questions that help further understanding
Independently performs key analyses and fact gathering
Synthesizes the key takeaways from analyses to define actionable recommendations with some guidance
Quickly ramps up to create a good understanding of BNPP and broader industry, building from the data and research used in the analyses
Plans the required work according to the project milestones, and keeps openness and transparency with the project team on delays, risks and others
Customer, Client and Stakeholder
Requests information and follows up on data requests with minimal oversight, establishing good working relationships within the project team and with junior project stakeholders
Creates near client-ready presentations, writes clear and concise emails, interacts well with junior clients and is credible with more senior clients
Understands motivation and definition of success for project, exhibiting understanding of client context when drafting recommendations
Leadership and Development
Is receptive to feedback and coaching, acts upon feedback, and provides constructive upward feedback
Develops a reputation for being a good team member
Actively contributes to transversality, supports the building of institutional knowledge, contributes to the broader BNPP community via ERGs, Civic Events, etc.
Compliance, Culture and Conduct
Takes full responsibility for personal actions and demonstrates courage in facing problems and conflicts
Perceived as a person of high moral character; upholds corporate values and displays high ethical standards
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 French and English is required.
What’s in it for you
In addition to competitive compensation, we offer flexible benefits including a family and spouse insurance program, a defined contribution pension plan and paid days for volunteering. Hybrid work arrangements are available for most positions. In-office presence is required a minimum of 3 days per week, one of which must be on a Monday and/or a Friday. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
To find out more about our range of benefits, click here
(Opens in a new tab)
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. 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
(Opens in a new tab)
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
(Opens in a new tab)
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’s Top Employers 2025
Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2025
Women in Governance – Parity certified - Platinum certification
Pride at Work Canada
Part of Les Affaires top 300 companies in Quebec
Synclusiv
Ready, Willing and Able
Autisme sans Limites
LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
Do you want to discover other BNP Paribas offers in Canada?
Click here: BNP Paribas in Canada Our job offers
(Opens in a new tab)
*** 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***
About BNP Paribas
BNP Paribas is a leading bank in Europe with an international reach. It has a presence in 65 countries, with more than 190,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. BNP Paribas holds leading positions in its three major operating divisions:
⚆ Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for all the Group’s retail banking networks and several specialised businesses, including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; ⚆ Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment and protection solutions; ⚆ Corporate & Institutional Banking, which is focused on corporate and institutional clients.
The Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, the Group has four domestic markets (Belgium, France, Italy and Luxembourg) and BNP Paribas Personal Finance is the European leader in consumer lending. BNP Paribas is rolling out its integrated retail-banking model in Mediterranean countries, in Turkey, in Eastern Europe and a large network in the western part of the United States. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and Investment & Protection Services activities, BNP Paribas also enjoys top positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific.
To learn more about our social media terms and Data Protection Notice: https://group.bnpparibas/en/data-protection