Thoughts on BNP NY
Hi all, I just received an offer for BNP Paribas NYC Asset Finance & Securitization 2027 SA and would appreciate any honest intel on deal flow, junior responsibilities, hours, culture, and comp progression.
Also curious on exits and long term optionality. What are common next steps (structured credit, private credit, IB Generalist, securitization platforms, staying and moving up) and how portable is the skill set?
Thanks so much!
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Based on the most helpful WSO content, there isn't specific information in the dataset about BNP Paribas NYC Asset Finance & Securitization 2027 SA. However, here are some general insights that might help guide your decision:
Deal Flow & Responsibilities: BNP Paribas has been recognized for its strong presence in structured finance and securitization. Historically, their deal flow in these areas has been solid, particularly in Europe, with growing traction in the U.S. Junior responsibilities in such roles typically include financial modeling, credit analysis, and structuring deals.
Hours & Culture: While specific details about hours and culture at BNP NYC aren't available, structured finance roles often have better work-life balance compared to traditional IB roles. BNP Paribas is known for having a more European work culture, which can translate to a slightly more relaxed environment compared to U.S. bulge brackets.
Compensation Progression: Compensation in structured finance roles is generally competitive but may trail traditional IB roles at the junior level. However, the skill set can lead to lucrative opportunities in private credit or securitization platforms.
Exits & Long-Term Optionality: Common exits from structured finance roles include:
Skill Set Portability: The skills you develop in asset finance and securitization—such as credit analysis, structuring, and financial modeling—are highly transferable to roles in private credit, structured credit funds, and other areas of finance that value expertise in complex financial instruments.
For more tailored advice, consider connecting with current or former employees on LinkedIn or exploring WSO threads for additional insights.
Sources: BNP Paribas in 2020, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/bnp-paribas-sa-2023?customgpt=1, https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/bnp-paribas-sa-2024?customgpt=1, BNP Paribas 2021 SA
i just got a first round, could you please let me know how your process was? would really love any help/advice. congrats btw!
just dm u
did u network? if not, r u non-target/semi/target?
yo, yea i had 2 chats then got a first round. im non target but signed the offer here.
PM me if you accepted
Congrats on the offer! I know a colleague who interned there past summer in AFS. The internship has chill hours, good people, and nice culture. The deal-flow is pretty good in Europe but lower in US.
A lot of people actually end up staying in the field instead of exit opportunities because it's relatively more relaxed, with respect to better hours, culture, and learning, than M&A and the traditional IB experience.
Thank you so much for the insights! I really appreciate it
No problem! I forgot to add another point: the internship (& full-time) is pretty diverse because a lot of the work is mix between global markets and banking. So it's a good experience for sure.
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