Analyst Risk Officer

Job Posting Organization:
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is a multilateral development bank established in 199

• Its mission is to foster the transition towards open market-oriented economies and promote 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, employing a diverse workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. The bank focuses on various sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and financial institutions, and aims to support sustainable development and economic growth in the regions it serves.

Job Overview:
The Analyst Risk Officer will be a vital member of the Country and FI Credit Risk Management Team (CFI) at EBRD, responsible for analyzing and appraising risks associated with the bank's portfolio of financial institution (FI) debt transactions. This role involves preparing credit reviews, allocating credit ratings to counterparties, and setting counterparty credit appetites and limits. The Analyst will also review new projects and transactions, formulating recommendations for risk mitigation measures and transaction structuring. Additionally, the Analyst will conduct periodic portfolio reviews, identifying trends in the portfolio and communicating macroeconomic, legal, and banking system trends across various jurisdictions. This position plays a crucial role in supporting strategic decision-making and stress-testing processes within the bank.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Analyst Risk Officer will be responsible for assessing the creditworthiness of current and prospective clients, articulating views on rating recommendations, and advising on risk mitigation measures. The role includes managing data related to credit scorecards and portfolio reviews, analyzing key risks of proposed transactions, and ensuring compliance with internal guidelines. The Analyst will monitor assigned portfolio counterparties and market developments, engage with Banking staff, and provide input for sector portfolio stress-tests. The position requires effective collaboration with other departments, participation in various initiatives within Risk Management, and the ability to deliver concise information to different groups. The Analyst will also be expected to build rapport with colleagues and share technical knowledge, demonstrating a solution-oriented approach and collaborative working style.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess familiarity with financial accounting, macroeconomics, or corporate finance, either through academic background or work experience. Strong analytical and quantitative skills are essential, along with attention to detail for accurate analysis. Outstanding interpersonal skills are required for effective interaction with stakeholders across the bank and external clients. Excellent written and spoken communication skills are necessary, as well as knowledge of emerging markets and EBRD's Countries of Operation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is also required.

Educational Background:
The ideal candidate should hold an advanced degree in economics with a focus on macroeconomics, or an undergraduate degree in economics accompanied by relevant work experience. This educational background is crucial for understanding the complexities of financial transactions and risk assessment in the context of the bank's operations.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have a few years of relevant experience in financial analysis, risk management, or a related field. This experience should ideally include exposure to credit risk assessment and familiarity with financial institutions and markets.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, as it is the working language of the bank. Knowledge of additional languages relevant to the EBRD's countries of operation would be considered an asset, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The position is a regular contract with a specified end date of June 3, 202

• The EBRD promotes a flexible working environment, expecting employees to attend the office 50% of their working time. The bank values diversity and encourages applications from qualified candidates regardless of their background, gender, or disabilities. Due to the high volume of applications, detailed feedback will not be provided to candidates who are not shortlisted.