BNP Paribas
KSA Graduate Trainee Program - Global Markets
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Main responsibilities and expected contributions
BNP Paribas Corporate and Institutional Banking (CIB) is a leading international financial institution that has been present in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia since 2009, supporting the country's economic transformation and Vision 2030 initiatives. The bank offers a full suite of CIB services, including financing, advisory, capital markets solutions. BNP Paribas works closely with leading Saudi corporations, multinational companies, financial institutions, and sovereign entities, providing innovative financial solutions that align with the Kingdom’s dynamic business landscape. As a trusted partner in the region, BNP Paribas is committed to fostering local talent and contributing to the development of the financial sector in Saudi Arabia.
Additionally, BNP Paribas champions sustainable finance, digital banking transformation, and diversity & inclusion, making it an ideal place for ambitious graduates looking to shape the future of banking in Saudi Arabia.
The Graduate Programme
The Graduate Programme is a unique experience that gives you the best in training and guidance so you can play a key role in our future successes. You have the potential, and we are committed to helping you fulfil it.
You will join BNP Paribas through a 12-month graduate rotational programme in the UK across different Global Markets teams.
At the end of this programme, you will join back the BNP Paribas KSA office to further continue your career in Global Markets in KSA.
What will your first 12 months look like?
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- You will be part of a cohort of European & Middle East graduates recruited from different countries.
- Your journey will start with a specific induction programme in the UK covering both technical and soft skills.
- Then, you will be joining the Global Markets teams in UK. You will have the opportunity to be involved in every step.
- Throughout the Graduate Programme you will continue to benefit from an adapted development program.
And then what is next?
After the 1-year assignment with the rotations in UK, you will be assigned to your target role, a permanent position, within the Global Markets teams in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
The missions are important, but so is the team and the work environment!
- You will work within a very international and challenging environment.
- In a changing world, diversity, equity, and inclusion are key values for the well-being and performance of teams. At BNP Paribas, we want to welcome and retain all talents without distinction: this is how we will build, together, the finance of tomorrow, innovative, responsible, and sustainable.
Competencies, Experiences And Skills
- You should be a Saudi national with outstanding academic records (University GPA not less than 3.75 out of 5 or 2.75 of 4 or equivalent).
- Your knowledge in finance and your analytical skills should be demonstrated.
- You will also be expected to have a strong team spirit and ability to work autonomously or under the close supervision of others.
- To succeed, you should be able to navigate a highly demanding environment and to deliver your work within the requested quality/deadlines.
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Requirements
- Saudi nationals who graduated in 2025 / 2026.
- Less than 2 years working experience.
- Typically requires a university degree with an excellent academic record as an indicator of an ability to understand and apply complex theoretical concepts (University GPA not less than 3.75 out of 5 or 2.75 of 4 or equivalent).
- Good understanding of Financial Markets.
- Fluent in English a minimum of 6 IELTS score or 60 in TOEFL (IBT) or 513 IN TOEFL (PBT), excluding the graduates of accredited universities in English speaking countries.
- An analytical and problem-solving mindset and ability to meet deadlines under pressure. Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Proactive and enthusiastic self-starter.
- A developing knowledge of BNP Paribas, the industry, and its products / services, with a demonstrable capacity and willingness to develop market awareness autonomously and to learn and improve performance. An interest in finance and economic affairs.
- A strong personal focus on accuracy and attention to details and able to prioritise workload based on shifting business needs.
- Ability to multi-task under pressure.
- Good written and oral language skills.
- Skilled in the use of a range of standard computer software (e.g., Microsoft Office, email, PowerPoint, Word and Excel) and capacity to learn the use of banking related applications.
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