Credit Analyst – Financial Institutions Coverage

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Position at a glance

The FIC Credit Team supports BNP Paribas’ mission by providing rigorous credit analysis and recommendations for a diverse range of financial institution clients. The role aims to protect the bank’s interests by ensuring high-quality credit files and accurate risk assessments. Through this work, the position enables the bank to build long-term, secure relationships with key global financial players.

In detail

• Prepare annual credit reviews and new requests for credit committees by conducting comprehensive counterparty analyses and peer comparisons to provide reasoned credit opinions.
• Analyze capital markets and corporate banking transactions, including derivatives and trade finance, to evaluate risk profiles for regulated funds and agency principals.
• Coordinate the credit risk process with Coverage, Business, and other functions to ensure seamless execution of credit requests and transactions.
• Review counterparty credit exposure excesses in liaison with the Credit Risk Control team to maintain portfolio integrity.
• Collaborate with the Legal Department to execute documentation by providing credit-sensitive terms and reviewing legal agreements such as ISDA/CSA to mitigate risk.
• Support diverse business lines by structuring transactions in partnership with Relationship Managers, Traders, and Market Risk to mitigate various risk forms.
• Develop local market intelligence through desk research and financial statement analysis to keep the team updated on industry trends and regulatory changes.
• Monitor sensitive counterparties and evaluate provisioning levels to guarantee the quality of the credit portfolio and compliance with Basel III requirements.
• Manage multiple tasks and files simultaneously by prioritizing requests with supervisors to ensure all deadlines and data quality standards are met.
  
  
  

The Strengths And Skills That Will Help You Succeed

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Economics.
• MS, MBA, CFA, or FRM preferred.
• The knowledge of English is required.*
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in capital markets or credit risk analysis.
• Reasoned communication when expressing credit decisions and opinions to stakeholders.
• Collaborative approach when working with credit analysts, relationship managers, and front office teams.
• Responsible organizational skills when managing multiple files and strict deadlines.
• Trustworthy conduct when upholding corporate values and ethical standards in all professional actions.
• Technical proficiency in Word and Excel for data quality and reporting purposes.
• Understanding of capital markets products and legal documentation (ISDA, CSA, GMRA) to support transaction structuring.
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. Professional working proficiency in French and English languages are required.
  
  
  

What’s In It For You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

BNP Paribas recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, disability, age, and other protected status (Employment Equity Act and Canadian Human Right Act).

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About Us

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

Our certifications and partnerships

• Canada’s Top Employers for Young People 2026
• Montreal’s Top Employers 2026
• Canada’s Best Diversity Employers 2026
• Women in Governance Platinum-Parity Certification
• LinkedIn Top Companies 2024
  
  
  

What You Need To Know

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

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