Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree with specialisation in finance/business. Master’s degree desirable.
• Corporate and/or business development, marketing, and research experience from a leading investment/merchant or commercial organisation.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of banking project cycle would be an advantage.
• Knowledge and understanding of some marketing principles.
• Knowledge of Banking Department's procedures and the Bank's rules would be an advantage.

Skills:

• Fluent English language both written and spoken; knowledge of another language relevant to the Bank’s regions would be an advantage.
• Good sense of priorities, ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise work with continuously changing priorities.
• Very good attention to detail.
• Strong team player.
• Ability to work with precision and accuracy.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent organisational skills.

Key technical skills:

• Computer literate (full Microsoft 365 suite), knowledge and maintenance of various BDU databases (BTOR, Client Dynamics, Slides Library and Documentum), knowledge of Bank’s systems (SAP, DTM, Business Performance Navigator, Data Warehouse), internet search engines
• Prior experience in central and eastern Europe/former Soviet Union, SEMED and/or SSA is desirable.

What is it like to work at the EBRD?

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).