Operational Risk & Control Trainee Porto

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and
- oriented Trainee to join our team. This role offers
- on experience in managing control libraries, assisting with control execution, analyzing results, and supporting stakeholders in implementing action plans. The ideal candidate will have a foundational understanding of risk management, operational controls, and regulatory compliance, with a strong eagerness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate meetings, presentations, and
  - ups for various committees.
• Manage and communicate
  - related requests with stakeholders (Statistics; KPIS; presentations; etc. ).
• Provide regular updates, including:
• Weekly status reports on exchange enquiries to RPC’s senior management.
• Support the team to produce regular reporting on the main operational risk indicators.
• Use different tools to collect and analyze data, as well as structuring queries and performing routine maintenance of reports.
• Assist in tracking and completing actions for recommendations where the team is a coordinator or owner.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and
  - solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Perfect fluency in English;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

• Undergraduate / Bachelor Degree in Business Management, Economics or Finance.

Additional Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Power
  Point, Word), Share
  Point, Outlook.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

About The Team

The Operational Permanent & Control (OPC) team plays a critical role in safeguarding the organization by identifying, assessing, and mitigating operational risks. We collaborate closely with business units, compliance, and senior leadership to ensure robust control frameworks, regulatory adherence, and continuous improvement in risk management practices. Our team drives transparency through
- driven reporting, stakeholder engagement, and proactive issue resolution—fostering a culture of accountability and resilience.

By joining us, you’ll gain exposure to
-
- end risk processes,
- functional projects, and strategic initiatives while contributing to a dynamic environment where analytical rigor and teamwork are valued.

Why joining BNP Paribas?

• Leading banking institution

BNP Paribas is the European Union’s leading bank, and key player in international banking. It operates in 63 countries and has nearly 183. 000 employees, including more than 146. 000 in Europe.

Our Presence and Reach

• Our presence in Portugal

In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 8. 700 employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 excellence centres providing
- added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group also operates.

• International reach

Thanks to its international presence and regular and close collaboration among its different entities, BNP Paribas has the resources to support all clients with financing, investment, savings and protection solutions that help make their projects a success. BNP Paribas holds key positions in its three core operating divisions:

• Retail Banking
• Investment & Protection Services
• Corporate & Institutional Banking
• Diversity and Inclusion commitment

BNP Paribas is an equal opportunity employer and proud to provide equal employment opportunity to all job seekers. We are actively committed to ensuring that no individual is discriminated against on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity/paternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. Equity and diversity are at the core of our recruitment policy because we believe that they foster creativity and efficiency, which in turn increase performance and productivity. We strive to reflect the society we live in, while keeping with the image of our clients.

Additional Benefits

• Commitment towards work/life balance
• Remote Working Conditions

At BNP Paribas we care about our employees wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and rest. We believe our employees have rich personal lives outside of work, being fundamental to be disconnected from work to recharge both physically and mentally. Only through this balance we may all be at our best while working.

At BNP Paribas, we embrace a Smart Working framework based on trust, autonomy and collaboration. Within this framework, eligible employees can benefit from flexible remote working modalities adapted to our hybrid working environment. To guarantee a comfortable and efficient working
- up, eligible employees are provided with both the office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional equipment at reduced prices.

To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas visit https://bnpp. lk/why-BNP-Paribas-Portugal

• Please note that only applications submitted in English will be considered.
• In case you are selected for this role, further documentation will be requested to support your hiring process.