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. The EBRD operates in over 30 countries and has a workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. The organization focuses on sustainable development, economic growth, and the promotion of private sector investment.

Job Overview:
The Analyst position is crucial for the operational efficiency of the EBRD, particularly in the middle and back office functions that interface with Banking origination, portfolio teams, and Treasury front office. The role involves processing disbursements and managing transactions across various products, ensuring that the EBRD meets its operational commitments in a timely and accurate manner. The Analyst will manage a portfolio of varying complexity and will be expected to interact with multiple departments, including Treasury, Risk, and the Office of General Counsel. The role also emphasizes continuous improvement, requiring the Analyst to support operational process enhancements and provide training to Assistant Analysts. The successful candidate will need to adopt a proactive approach to problem-solving and demonstrate a commitment to delivering high-quality operational performance.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Analyst will be responsible for executing operational processes across a range of activities, ensuring the adequate documentation, booking, funding, and monitoring of the Bank’s products. Key responsibilities include:

• Processing disbursements and related transactional activities across various product types.
• Adhering to operational metrics related to timeliness, quality, and customer satisfaction.
• Responding promptly to operational queries and communicating with relevant departments to manage risks associated with projects.
• Providing support and training to Assistant Analysts in their portfolio-related tasks.
• Maintaining service levels and standards in collaboration with other teams.
• Supporting the improvement of the operational control environment and ensuring compliance with quality standards and legislation.
• Identifying opportunities for improved efficiencies and enhancing the overall service experience.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a university degree or equivalent work experience. A comprehensive understanding of banking, legal, or credit skills is essential, along with a good grasp of treasury and banking products. Strong customer service orientation and the ability to identify opportunities for improved outcomes are critical. Familiarity with systems such as Summit, Frameworks, Debt Domain, SAP, or Swift is advantageous. Experience in teams that have successfully implemented continuous improvement techniques is beneficial, as is experience in managing operational metrics effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required, and knowledge of additional languages is a plus. Candidates should demonstrate a positive, collaborative attitude and possess strong analytical skills.

Educational Background:
A university degree in finance, business administration, economics, or a related field is required. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of formal education. Candidates should have a solid understanding of banking and financial principles, as well as relevant legal frameworks.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a sufficient level of experience to handle the responsibilities associated with the role. This includes experience in banking operations, treasury functions, or related fields. Candidates should have a proven track record of working in a team-oriented environment and managing operational tasks effectively under pressure.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of additional languages is considered beneficial and may enhance the candidate's profile.

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 work in the office 50% of the time. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of their background. Due to the high volume of applications, detailed feedback will not be provided to candidates who are not shortlisted.