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The position at a glance
CIB Transversal IT - NAR Shared Service Center (SSC) is responsible for the design, build & enhancement of Data Solutions for NAR CIB Enterprise Data Management & Solutions (EDMS) as a main sponsor, and offers a range of Transversal solutions in the Business Intelligence, collaborative platform, and reconciliation scopes. The team covers Business Relationship, Project Management, Business Analysis, Technical Lead and Development. We focus on enabling CIB Data Strategy locally through IT solutions designed for all functions, from core platforms creating value out of our data assets through best practices established with EDMS, to addressing bespoke needs with our portfolio of applications. We also collaborate with other groups, to elicit solutions via internal teams, Labs, and third-party vendors. Our practice covers all data management aspects including data governance, movement, security, and resilience. We foster an agile and collaborative approach with business and partner to deliver early value and quality end products.
In detail
The position will have responsibilities for managing business relationships, project management and business analysis, with an emphasis on project management and business analysis based on the project portfolio and the priorities within the team.
Business Relationship Management:

• Be a source of support and coaching within the IT Team on areas of expertise
• Participate and influence sponsors’ IT strategy (understand industry trends, be a go to partner from conceptual model to execution of initiatives)
• Participate in or organize workshops, vendor calls and assessments to help define the IT roadmap
• Support NAR SSC Manager in governance and audit topics, act as delegate when needed
• Strong interest in sponsors’ challenges, eagerness to collectively solve with innovative and efficient solutions
• Manage portfolio of upcoming initiatives in the scope: relay to IT leadership team, clearly set priority, define arbitration
• Be identified as a force of proposal within IT team on scope of topics covered. Help shape portfolio of IT initiatives
• Actively maintain quality of collaboration between Sponsors and Transversal IT

IT Business Analysis:

• Ensure that the solution is compatible with the requirements derived from the Business’s needs
• Help with data architecture, data warehousing and data mart modeling.
• Be the liaison between the end-users and the IT development team
• Understand and analyze the needs of the Business related to one or more functional domains, with the aim of enhancing the IS with appropriate and sustainable solutions in line with the entity’s strategic plan and the related request portfolio
• Be aware of the SDLC guidelines and make sure to adhere to it
• Contact person within the project or maintenance teams and for the Business for Data and functional aspects
• Understand and translate the business requirements into technical specifications

The Strengths And Skills That Will Help You Succeed
Qualifications:

• Knowledge of process analysis, design, and testing methods
• Experience in ETL development, Unix, Database and Autosys components is a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree - Computer Science or Information Technology.
• Advanced working SQL knowledge and experience working with relational databases (Oracle preferred), query authoring (SQL) as well as working familiarity of query performance optimization.
• Knowledge of data types, errors, data comparison, and data cleaning.
• Knowledge of Power BI and Business Objects SAP and their technical components
• Experience in performing general troubleshooting
• Agile practice a strong asset
• 3+ years’ experience in IT Business Analysis in a financial institution, having covered several business lines and functions a strong asset
• Must have strong technical and problem-solving skill set (Banking industry experience is a plus)

Soft skills:

• Communication, Negotiation and Decision-making skills
• Shows initiative, autonomy, self-motivated, self-starter
• Networking
• Results oriented & Client focused
• Knowledge of English is required
• Ability to make an impact
• Experience working successfully in a multicultural environment
• Ability to learn
• Organizational & Analytical skills

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, such as remote working up to 50% and flexible working hours are available for most positions. BNP Paribas provides excellent training and personal development programs, as well as opportunities for career development within the company and internationally.
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What You Need To Know

• We will review candidates as they apply, so don’t wait to submit your application;
• Given the vast majority of our clients, both internal and external, are based outside of Quebec and Canada, specific language requirements may apply. These will be clearly mentioned in the qualifications of the position;
• 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 selected to participate in the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources of any accommodations you may require. BNP Paribas will work with you to ensure that you are able to participate fully in the process;

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).
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About Us
BNP Paribas is the top bank in the European Union and a major international banking establishment. Present in 65 countries, with more than 190,000 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 1,200 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

• Canada's Best Diversity Employer 2023
• Rainbow Accreditation issued by Canada’s LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC)
• Pride at Work Canada
• Women in Governance – Parity certified - Gold certification
• Montreal Top Employer 2023
• CCDI Consulting Inc. (Canadian Center for Diversity and Inclusion)
• IndigenousWorks
• ROSEPH – Grouping of specialized organizations for the employment of persons with disabilities

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Primary Location
CA-QC-Montréal
Job Type
Standard / Permanent
Job
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Education Level
Bachelor Degree or equivalent (>= 3 years)
Experience Level
At least 3 years
Schedule
Full-time