WHAT IS THIS POSITION ABOUT?

The Intern for Banking Operations will have the opportunity to work within a Client Delivery team to support the banking operations of BNP Paribas New Zealand. This is an opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of banking operations functions that support New Zealand Kiwi Saver Custody and Fund Services.

KEY SYSTEM EXPERIENCE

Advanced XLS spreadsheet skills including macros, BC, links t SQL DB, pivot tables) required
Basic SQL coding - desired
Basic XML coding; - desired
Accountability - Committed to achieving the organisation’s objectives. Demonstrates perseverance and is accountable for own actions.
Change management - Displays flexibility to change and is open to new ideas. Encourages others to be open to innovation. Values feedback and gives people scope and confidence to generate ideas.
Client Focus - Complete commitment to provide professional, intelligent and timely responses to our clients’ needs and to changes in the market (both Internal and External Client)
Collaborative approach - Supports and shows respect for others. Puts people first, and works effectively with individuals, teams and clients.
Impact & influence - Creates a positive and professional impact on others. Uses effective strategies to win others over. Exhibits persuasive representation of team and business objectives.
Individual Leadership - Uses an appropriate interpersonal style to inspire and guide colleagues towards goal achievement. Adjusts behaviour to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals.
Attention to detail - Ensures accuracy and implements processes to ensure quality of output. Ensures high personal standards in all areas of work.
Planning & Execution - Establishes courses of action for self and others to ensure work is completed efficiently. Effectively manages own time and resources to meet deadlines and quality standards.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Tertiary Qualification in Business or Finance preferable.
Other Post Graduate or Industry qualifications welcome but not essential.
Good knowledge of the Funds Industry and Operations, Fund Accounting, Reporting and Custody.
Good product knowledge in domestic and international securities and funds management.
Good theoretical and practical knowledge of investment products including Unit Trusts, Gross Income Funds and Superannuation Schemes.
Knowledge of general ledger and investment management systems.
Knowledge of compliance and operational risk requirements in the industry.
Demonstrated history of being results focused and excellent attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, EXPERIENCE

Tertiary Qualification complete or in progress in Business or Finance preferable.
Other Post Graduate or Industry qualifications welcome but not essential.
Interest in the Funds Industry and Operations, Fund Accounting, Reporting and Custody.
Interest product knowledge in domestic and international securities and funds management.
Conceptual knowledge of general ledger and investment management systems.
Demonstrated history of being results focused and excellent attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

The role sits within one of New Zealand’s Banking Operations teams to learn and support day to day business and project activities. The purpose is to increase capacity for the team during a period of high activity and cease the opportunity to gain industry experience.
Coordinate with internal teams involving effective communication
Assure that the team addresses all relevant issues within the specifications and various standards
Escalate issues which cannot be resolved by themselves
Provide support to the team based on management direction
Client reporting and reconciliations
Resolution of client issues and ad hoc queries
Assist with related systems, process or internal change initiatives and process improvements