BNP Paribas Interview Questions, Process, and Tips

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Q1. Explain the trade life cycle
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The trade life cycle refers to the stages involved in the processing of a trade from initiation to settlement.
• Initiation: Trade is proposed and agreed upon by parties involved.

• Execution: Trade is executed on the agreed terms.

• Confirmation: Parties confirm the details of the trade.

• Clearing: Trade details are matched and processed for settlement.

• Settlement: Actual exchange of funds and securities takes place.

• Post-trade: A...read more
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Q2. Prioritising of issues
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Prioritising issues involves assessing urgency, impact, and resources available to address them.
• Assess urgency of each issue based on impact on business operations

• Consider impact on customers or stakeholders

• Evaluate resources available to address each issue

• Prioritise issues based on urgency, impact, and available resources

• Communicate priorities to stakeholders and team members
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JWT token is a JSON web token used for authentication and contains three parts: header, payload, and signature.
• JWT token consists of three parts: header, payload, and signature.

• Header contains the type of token and the signing algorithm used.

• Payload contains claims about the user and additional data.

• Signature is used to verify that the sender of the JWT is who it says it is.

• JWT tokens are encoded and can be easily deco...read more
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Q1. Asked many questions regarding banking trade, fees management, transaction monitoring, Derivatives
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Q2. What do you know about derivatives?
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Derivatives are financial instruments whose value is derived from an underlying asset or group of assets.
• Derivatives can be used for hedging, speculation, or arbitrage.

• Common types of derivatives include options, futures, forwards, and swaps.

• For example, a call option gives the holder the right to buy an asset at a specified price within a certain time frame.

• Derivatives are traded on exchanges or over-the-counter (OTC)
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Q3. Type of risk you handled in your current process
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I handled operational risk in my current process.
• Identifying potential risks in daily operations

• Implementing controls to mitigate risks

• Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of risk management strategies
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Basic accounting questions

Q1. What is financial market
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Financial market is a platform where buyers and sellers trade financial securities, commodities, and other fungible items.
• Financial markets facilitate the exchange of assets such as stocks, bonds, currencies, and derivatives.

• They provide a platform for companies to raise capital through issuing stocks or bonds.

• Financial markets can be categorized into primary markets (new securities are issued) and secondary markets (e...read more
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Q2. What is investment banking
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Investment banking involves providing financial services to corporations, governments, and other institutions.
• Facilitates mergers and acquisitions

• Underwrites securities offerings

• Provides financial advisory services

• Assists with raising capital for clients

• Engages in trading and market-making activities
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Q3. What is Net Asset Value
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Net Asset Value (NAV) is the value of a fund's assets minus its liabilities, divided by the number of shares outstanding.
• NAV is calculated by subtracting the fund's liabilities from its assets.

• The result is then divided by the number of shares outstanding to determine the NAV per share.

• NAV is used to determine the price at which investors can buy or sell shares of the fund.

• It is an important metric for investors to tra
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Q1. Tell me about yourself
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I am a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in accounting and a passion for financial analysis.
• I have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and have worked in the finance industry for 5 years.

• I am proficient in financial reporting, reconciliations, and fund accounting principles.

• I have experience using accounting software such as QuickBooks and Excel to analyze financial data.

• I am a team player and have ex...read more
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Q3. Talk on current affairs
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I will discuss the impact of COVID-19 on the global economy and financial markets.
• COVID-19 pandemic led to economic slowdown worldwide

• Stock markets experienced volatility due to uncertainty

• Central banks implemented stimulus measures to support economies

• Remote work became the norm for many industries

• Supply chain disruptions affected various sectors
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Q1. Tell me about yourself
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Experienced Linux Administrator with 8+ years of hands-on experience in managing and troubleshooting Linux servers.
• 8+ years of experience in Linux system administration

• Strong knowledge of server configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting

• Proficient in shell scripting and automation tools like Ansible

• Experience with virtualization technologies such as VMware and KVM

• Familiarity with networking protocols and security
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Q2. What is biggest issue facing in the real time work environment and how can you handle it
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The biggest issue facing in the real time work environment is managing system downtime effectively.
• Implementing proper monitoring tools to detect issues early

• Creating a detailed incident response plan

• Regularly testing backups and disaster recovery procedures

• Utilizing automation for routine tasks to reduce human error

• Establishing clear communication channels for notifying stakeholders during downtime
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Q3. How can you work on under the deadline
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I prioritize tasks, break them down into smaller steps, set milestones, and communicate effectively with team members to ensure timely completion.
• Prioritize tasks based on importance and urgency

• Break down tasks into smaller steps to make them more manageable

• Set milestones to track progress and stay on schedule

• Communicate effectively with team members to coordinate efforts and address any obstacles

• Utilize time managemen...read more
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Q2. What are tools you used and briefly explain and why it is used
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Some tools used by Senior Linux Administrators include Ansible, Nagios, and Docker.
• Ansible - used for automation of tasks and configuration management

• Nagios - used for monitoring and alerting of system and network resources

• Docker - used for containerization of applications for easy deployment and management
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