London - Apprenticeship Programme 2023 - Legal

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 place 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.

What you will do

You will be working for our Legal function as a Level 3 Paralegal Officer Apprentice.

Your role will include:

carrying out research tasks, reviewing and drafting documents
drafting and producing legal documents and forms
assisting with the management of inception, progression and completion of client files
communicating with internal and external clients
supporting governance meetings, by taking minutes, sharing action points and preparing an agenda
assisting with reporting submissions and producing “know how” documents for the team
sharing your ideas on initiatives / projects and assisting with the maintenance of team sites

Technical Skills and Qualifications required for the role

Five GCSE’s at grade C (or 4) or above, including English & Maths (or equivalent)

Minimum of three A-levels (CCC) or predicted 96 UCAS points
Preferred candidates who are finishing A-levels in 2023 or attained within the past 12 months

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Eager to learn

Strong organisation and interpersonal skills

Excellent communication skills

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
Salary: £25,000 pa + award winning flexible benefits
Location: London
Apprentices need to have a continued right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the programme.