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Assistant Trainee role in Lisbon’s BNPP Global Markets—supporting traders, managing post‑trade activities and client data.
Ideal for entry‑level graduates in finance, maths or economics with a methodical, team‑spirit and keen interest in IRD & FI.
Title: IRD & FI Sales & Trading Assistant Trainee
Location: Lisbon, Lisbon, Portugal
About the job
The Trader and Sales Assistant team aims to accompany the continuous enhancement of the quality of service provided to our clients, notably post-trade services. Its role is to support traders and sales in their daily tasks, in the most timely and efficient manner. The trading and Sales assistant team is the key contact for external clients but also for other BNPP functions.
Your Main Activities Are
- Ensure all Booking queries are addressed and escalated to the Marketer or Trader where appropriate
- Ensure all trades are confirmed to the relevant Client on Trade Date
- Ensure all Client Static Data is kept up to date by passing any new or updated information or by performing ad‑hoc reconciliations of our records against those of the Client
- Act as an intermediary between the Marketers and all Operational areas of the Bank;
- Help on the onboarding process for the Prime Brokerage Clients
- Assist front office in deal capture and post trade events management on barrier triggers, option exercise, novation’s and early terminations
- Ensure that MarkitWire (MW) is monitored to ensure all new trades, amendments, unwinds and novations alleged to us are picked up and affirmed within the regulatory deadlines; Execute daily controls to mitigate risks
- Work in close collaboration with the onshore (London) team
Profile and Skills to Success
- Academic background in Mathematics, Finance, Economics or similar areas
- Interest in Financial Markets (with focus on IRD (Interest Rate Derivatives) and FI(Fixed Income))
- Fluency in English, both spoken and written
- A structured, methodical and organized approach to work
- Good Team spirit, ability to work alone and with others
- Proactive and capacity to deliver results with precision and rigorousness
- Good time management and organization
- Client focus and resilience
About the Team
Global Markets is BNP Paribas’ capital markets business within the Corporate & Institutional Bank (CIB), delivering solutions across asset classes, and industry‑leading services for clients including Institutionals, corporates, private banks and retail distribution networks. Global Markets encompasses multiple global business lines: G10 Rates, Equity Derivatives, Forex & Local Markets, Commodity Derivatives, Credit, Prime Solutions & Financing and Primary Markets, helping their franchise of clients find effective ways to raise and invest capital as well as manage their exposure to risk. In the context of Global Markets organization, and of BNPP’s Client‑centric strategy.
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Why joining BNP Paribas?
Leading banking institution
Leading player in banking and financial services in Europe, BNP Paribas operates in 64 countries and has nearly 178,000 employees, including more than 144,000 in Europe
International reach
The Group holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services that are structured around three operating divisions: Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) connects companies needing financing and institutional clients looking for investment opportunities division that offers tailored financial solutions for corporate and institutional clients. Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS) brings together all our commercial banks and several specialised businesses Investment & Protection Services (IPS) combines a unique continuum of products and services across protection, saving, investment and real estate including specialised businesses offering a wide range of savings, investment and protection services
Our presence in Portugal
In Portugal since 1985, BNP Paribas today has more than 9,220 employees, distributed across the Group's 10 business entities established in the country. Its presence also extends to 11 centres of expertise providing value‑added services to various countries where the BNP Paribas Group also operates.
Diversity and Inclusion commitment
BNP Paribas ´ambition is to cultivate an open and responsive environment for all that encourages collaboration and interaction. We demonstrate our commitment by actively contributing to the Group’s Diversity and Inclusion strategy and goals, in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. As part of our local Corporate and Social Responsibility – Diversity & Inclusion strategy, BNP Paribas Portugal is committed to: Promote a fair and unbiased recruitment process and offer professional development opportunities to all employees Celebrate diversity and advocate for inclusion, both externally and internally, encouraging employee’s participation, creating space for different voices to be heard. To foster the effort of BNP Paribas Portugal, multiple initiatives and events take place throughout the year where our people can find out more on the importance of diversity inclusion at the workplace and in our society.
Remote Working Conditions
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 options adapted to our hybrid working environment. To ensure a comfortable and efficient working setup, eligible employees are provided with both office and home equipment, are entitled to an equipment allowance and can benefit from exclusive partnerships to purchase additional items at reduced prices.
Commitment towards work/life balance
Supporting employees in a hybrid way of working while providing them with the means to maintain a work‑life balance is an essential dimension of our Smart Working program. At BNP Paribas, we care about our employees’ wellbeing and promote a culture of good integration between work and personal life.
To find out more on why you should join BNP Paribas please read our Employee Value Proposition and our Career path page .
* 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.