Assistant Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is an international financial institution established in 199

• The EBRD's mission is to foster the transition towards open market-oriented economies and to promote private and entrepreneurial initiative in the countries where it invests. The organization operates in over 30 countries across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, employing a diverse workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. The EBRD is committed to sustainability, equality, and digital transformation, making it a leader in promoting economic development and social progress in the regions it serves.

Job Overview:
The analyst" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Assistant Analyst position within the Data, Analytics and Strategy (DAS) team is crucial for the successful delivery of the team's objectives. This role involves digitizing, reconciling, and integrating client portfolio data with the Bank's Data Warehouse. The Assistant Analyst will produce summary client reports that are essential for risk triage and aggregated portfolio analytics, including equity fair valuation. The role requires a strong foundation in accounting, banking, and investment operations, as well as proficiency in data management and IT systems. The Assistant Analyst will be responsible for various tasks assigned by supervisors and senior members of the Portfolio Group, ensuring high-quality data input, validation, and reconciliation. The position also emphasizes the importance of communication and collaboration with other teams, including Portfolio Managers and Credit Officers, to ensure effective project monitoring and reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Assistant Analyst will undertake a variety of responsibilities, including but not limited to:

• Data Management: Inputting data through automated, manual, and outsourced methods, ensuring accuracy and cleanliness of data through validation processes.
• Data Reconciliation: Resolving inconsistencies in data to create a single, reliable source of information.
• Analytics and Reporting: Generating client summary reports that highlight potential risks and macroeconomic impacts, and providing regular financial data for the Equity Fair Value process.
• Peer Mentoring: After an initial training period, the Assistant Analyst will support new hires in data management and IT systems, cross-checking their work and contributing to process enhancements.
• Communication: Collaborating with various teams and external clients, ensuring effective communication of technical information to non-technical audiences.
• Continuous Learning: Engaging in training and development opportunities to enhance knowledge of financial systems and data analysis.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree in finance, economics, business, econometrics, computer science, or a related field from a reputable university. Essential qualifications include strong quantitative and numerical skills, the ability to interpret financial information, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet applications. A good understanding of IT systems and processes is also required, along with excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Fluency in additional languages relevant to the Bank's operations is considered a strong advantage. Candidates should demonstrate motivation, attention to detail, time management skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Educational Background:
The ideal candidate should have a university degree in a relevant field such as finance, economics, business, econometrics, or computer science. The educational background should be from a leading university, emphasizing the importance of a strong academic foundation in quantitative and analytical skills necessary for the role.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a foundational understanding of accounting, banking, and investment operations. While specific years of experience are not mandated, familiarity with financial systems, data analysis, and the ability to work under tight deadlines are essential. Candidates should be prepared to learn and adapt quickly in a dynamic work environment, particularly in a remote setting.

Languages:
Proficiency in English is mandatory, with strong written and oral communication skills. Additionally, fluency in one or more languages relevant to the Bank's countries of operations is highly desirable and considered a significant advantage for candidates.

Additional Notes:
This position is a fixed-term contract lasting for 2 years. The EBRD promotes a flexible working environment, expecting employees to work in the office 50% of the time. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. Due to the high volume of applications, the EBRD may not provide detailed feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted.