Assistant Analyst

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

• Its mission is to promote the transition to open market-oriented economies and to foster private and entrepreneurial initiative in countries from Central Europe to Central Asia and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean. The EBRD operates in over 30 countries and employs a diverse workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. The organization is committed to sustainable development and aims to support projects that enhance the economic and social well-being of the regions it serves.

Job Overview:
The analyst" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Assistant Analyst position is integral to the operational functions of the EBRD, focusing on middle and back office tasks that interface with Banking origination, portfolio teams, and Treasury front office. The role involves processing disbursements and managing transactional activities across various products, ensuring timely and accurate processing, settlement, and management of Banking/Treasury products in global markets. The Assistant Analyst will also lead changes to legal documentation post-signing and manage a portfolio of basic operations while interacting with multiple teams across the Bank. This position requires a continuous improvement mindset, as the individual will be expected to support and enhance operational processes within the Operations & Service Management (OSM) function.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Assistant Analyst will execute operational processes across a range of activities in middle and back office support functions, ensuring proper documentation, booking, funding, and monitoring/reconciliation of the Bank’s products. Responsibilities include delivering outstanding operational performance, responding to operational queries promptly, and communicating with relevant departments to ensure decision-makers are aware of associated risks. The role also involves supporting the wider team with tasks related to project transactions, reporting, and data management, while providing additional capacity across OSM to maintain expected service levels. The Assistant Analyst will contribute to a culture of quality and governance, ensuring adherence to established quality standards and policies, and will actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiencies and service experiences.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university education or equivalent work experience, along with general banking, legal, and credit skills. A basic understanding of treasury and banking products transacted by EBRD is essential. Strong customer service orientation, experience with relevant systems such as Summit, Frameworks, SAP, Debt Domain, and SWIFT is advantageous. The ideal candidate should be a strong team player with attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to organize, multitask, and prioritize effectively. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is required, and experience in teams that have utilized continuous improvement techniques is beneficial. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are mandatory, and knowledge of an additional language is considered advantageous. A positive, collaborative, and solution-oriented attitude, along with strong interpersonal skills, is essential for success in this role.

Educational Background:
A university degree in finance, business administration, economics, or a related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience in a relevant area may also be considered acceptable. Candidates should demonstrate a solid understanding of banking operations and financial products, which will be critical in performing the duties of the Assistant Analyst effectively.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have relevant experience in banking operations, preferably within a middle or back office environment. Experience in handling operational tasks related to financial products and familiarity with banking systems will be beneficial. Candidates should be able to demonstrate their ability to work under pressure and manage multiple tasks effectively, showcasing their experience in a fast-paced financial environment.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is the primary language of communication within the organization. Knowledge of additional languages is considered advantageous and may enhance the candidate's ability to interact with a diverse range of stakeholders and clients.

Additional Notes:
This position is a regular contract role with a contract length that is not specified. The EBRD promotes a flexible working environment, expecting employees to attend the office 50% of their working time. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from 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.