London - Apprenticeship 2026 - Investment Operations Specialist (CISI - Global Markets COO Office) L4

Do you want to develop a career in a business that is a passionate about sustainability and making a difference in the world? Then you are in the right place. At BNP Paribas, our ambition is to build a sustainable future for our clients and the people we work with … but we can’t do that without you!

Who we are

BNP Paribas Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) is a global provider of sustainably tailored financial services and solutions to corporate and institutional clients. With more than 20,000 people in 57 countries across EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), Asia-Pacific and the Americas, we offer solutions tailored to all our clients across capital markets, financing, treasury and financial advisory.

We are “the bank for a changing world” and recently won the award for being the world’s best bank for sustainable finance. To play our part in accelerating the transition to a more sustainable energy by 2030, we’ve placed the United Nations Sustainable Goals (SDG) at the heart of our business model. They impact the companies we do business with, the projects we finance and the people we invest in. We’re proud to be playing a leading role in guiding our clients towards responsible growth, and a lower-carbon economy, by co-creating financial solutions that align their business strategy with the SDG. We need more change agents – so join us today to help us with our mission!

At BNP Paribas, we see value in diversity, equal opportunity, and the quality of our lives together. That’s why the Group works daily with all its stakeholders to create an environment that is respectful of everyone, based on equality, and where fighting discrimination represents a primary goal.

Who will I be working with?

You will be working in the Global Markets (GM) business as a Transversal Transformation Business Manager Apprentice under the GM COO Office.

The transversal transformation team is a small, dynamic group based in London and Paris that drives complex and large programs that are on the agenda of senior leaders and closely monitored by a GM Board member. The team works closely with senior management and collaborates daily with a wide range of business partners.

What will I be doing?

  • Assist the Project Manager on strategic transformation initiatives
  • Get hands‑on experience across several business functions - a great way to see how the bank works
  • Rotate across different topics - Commercial, Data, Digital & AI, Operational Efficiency, and Regulatory & Controls
  • Support digital projects by learning the bank’s digital ecosystem and contributing to roadmaps
  • Help optimise costs and controls by understanding the financial side of the business
  • Create clear, visual material for senior management presentations (charts, decks, one‑pagers)
  • Perform various analysis to back‑up decision making
  • Interact daily with business, finance, data‑scientists, ITO and HR colleagues
  • You will also be working towards the Level 4 Investment Operations Specialist apprenticeship qualification, which also confers the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) Investment Operations Certificate upon completion

Technical Skills and Qualifications required for the role

  • Three A-levels or equivalent to 96 UCAS points (and GCSE Maths and English)
  • Preferred candidates who are finishing A-levels in 2026 or attained within the past 12 months
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Excellent attention to detail skills
  • Strong communication skills both verbal and written
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Strong mathematical skills
  • Interest in digital / AI topics

Conduct

  • Be a role model, supporting and fostering a culture of good conduct
  • Demonstrate proactivity, transparency, and accountability for identifying and managing conduct risks
  • Consider the implications of your actions on colleagues

Duration: 24 months

Location: London

Additional Information

  • Apprentices need to have a continued right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the programme.
  • You may only apply for one Apprenticeship role per academic year.
  • Our apprenticeship roles are aimed at candidates who have not already completed a degree at a University.

Join us for one of our informative virtual calls where you will gain a greater understanding of the Bank and the roles available in this year’s programme. You will meet our recruiters who will share with you details about the recruitment process, CV and application tips, as well as having the opportunity to hear from some of our current Apprentices regarding their own journey on our programme.

Meet the Recruiter Virtual Call

  • 4.00pm – 5.00pm Tuesday 10th February
  • 4.30pm – 5.30pm Wednesday 18th February

If you would like to register for one of these calls, please click here. Teams link will be provided up to an hour before start time.

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