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London – Long Term Internship 2025 – Interest Rates & FX Sales Assistant

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
    Banking & Finance
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should have a degree in science/economics/business, strong numerical skills, knowledge of derivatives, fluency in English (French a plus), and demonstrate teamwork, initiative, and resilience.
  • You will assist in daily sales activities, price derivative products, prepare proposals and credit requests, and manage administrative tasks.

Requirements

  • You will need to demonstrate your willingness to join in an international and challenging trading floor environment.
  • Applicants should possess a degree preferably in a scientific subject/economics/business studies and demonstrate strong numerical skills.
  • Good knowledge about derivatives and strong interest for financial markets.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills, verbal, written and listening.
  • Language: English perfectly fluent. (French would also be very useful in addition to English).
  • Rigorous, attention to detail, autonomous, dynamic, passion, tenacity and resilience in an ever-changing environment.
  • Teamwork and collaborative mindset.
  • Solutions & initiative mindset.

Responsibilities

  • Assist Sales in their day-to-day activities
  • Pricing of Rates & FX derivative products and strategies
  • Preparation of commercial proposals and pitches to Clients
  • Preparation of credit requests for our Risks approval process, liaising with the structure finance teams when needed
  • Management of some daily administrative tasks inherent to any Sales activity

FAQs

What is the duration of the internship?

The duration of the internship is 11 months.

Where is the internship located?

The internship is located in London.

What salary can interns expect?

Interns can expect a competitive salary.

What qualifications are required for applicants?

Applicants should possess a degree preferably in a scientific subject, economics, or business studies, and demonstrate strong numerical skills.

Is prior knowledge of financial markets necessary?

Yes, applicants should have a good knowledge of derivatives and a strong interest in financial markets.

Are language skills important for this role?

Yes, fluency in English is required, and knowledge of French would be very beneficial.

What interpersonal skills are necessary for this position?

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal, written, and listening abilities, are necessary.

What are the key responsibilities of the internship?

Key responsibilities include assisting Sales, pricing derivative products, preparing commercial proposals and credit requests, and managing daily administrative tasks.

Is teamwork emphasized in this internship?

Yes, a teamwork and collaborative mindset is important for this role.

How should interns approach conduct within the team?

Interns should be role models, supporting a culture of good conduct, demonstrating proactivity, transparency, and accountability for identifying and managing conduct risks.

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Mission & Purpose

more than 190,000 employees, including more than 145,000 in Europe. BNP Paribas holds leading positions in its three major operating divisions: ⚆ Commercial, Personal Banking & Services for all the Group’s retail banking networks and several specialised businesses, including BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval; ⚆ Investment & Protection Services for savings, investment and protection solutions; ⚆ Corporate & Institutional Banking, which is focused on corporate and institutional clients. The Group helps all its clients (individuals, community associations, entrepreneurs, SMEs, corporates and institutional clients) to realise their projects through solutions spanning financing, investment, savings and protection insurance. In Europe, the Group has four domestic markets (Belgium, France, Italy and Luxembourg) and BNP Paribas Personal Finance is the European leader in consumer lending. BNP Paribas is rolling out its integrated retail-banking model in Mediterranean countries, in Turkey, in Eastern Europe and a large network in the western part of the United States. In its Corporate & Institutional Banking and Investment & Protection Services activities, BNP Paribas also enjoys top positions in Europe, a strong presence in the Americas as well as a solid and fast-growing business in Asia-Pacific.