Principal Banker

Job Posting Organization:
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is a leading international financial institution that was 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 countries from Central Europe to Central Asia and the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean. The organization operates in over 30 countries and employs thousands of professionals dedicated to supporting the development of the private sector and enhancing the economic growth of the regions it serves. The EBRD is known for its commitment to sustainability, inclusiveness, and innovation, and it aims to create a positive impact on the lives of people in the regions where it invests.

Job Overview:
The Principal Banker plays a crucial role in the project development and implementation process within the EBRD. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of project origination, structuring, execution, implementation, and monitoring. The Principal Banker will serve as a senior member of a project team or as an operation leader, particularly on less complex transactions compared to an Associate Director or Senior Banker. The role involves leading project teams, supervising junior banking staff, and contributing to their coaching and mentoring. Additionally, the Principal Banker is responsible for business development, client management, and engaging in policy dialogue, ensuring that projects align with the Bank's operational objectives and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Structuring and Execution: As a senior project team member, the Principal Banker will work alongside experienced operation leaders on complex transactions, contributing to project structuring and execution. As an operation leader, they will lead the structuring, negotiation, and execution of transactions, manage project team resources, oversee due diligence processes, and ensure timely completion of transactions to high standards.
• Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation, and Reporting: The Principal Banker will monitor all projects under their responsibility, ensuring quality reporting and managing client relationships. They will supervise junior bankers in portfolio monitoring and ensure compliance with donor reporting requirements.
• Policy Dialogue: The Principal Banker will contribute to policy dialogue initiatives, providing necessary support for grant procurement and technical cooperation funds.
• Business Development: The role includes assisting with marketing efforts to build market contacts and develop a broad deal flow, screening project proposals, and identifying executable investments.
• Staff Management: The Principal Banker will assist in recruiting, training, and mentoring junior bankers, ensuring quality project work and appropriate workload distribution. They will also be responsible for performance management and fostering a high-performing team environment.

Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the Principal Banker position should possess a Bachelor's degree and demonstrate strong quantitative and numerical skills, with the ability to interpret financial information and design financial models. They should have credit analysis skills, be computer literate, and have excellent stakeholder management, coaching, mentoring, and leadership skills. The candidate must also exhibit strong relationship management and negotiation skills, the ability to work under pressure, and excellent written and oral communication skills in English. A good command of one of the languages of EBRD's countries of operations is considered an advantage.

Educational Background:
Candidates must hold at least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as finance, economics, business administration, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees or professional qualifications in finance or business are preferred but not mandatory.

Experience:
Significant experience in real estate financing or development is required, ideally from an investment or commercial bank, international financial institution, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm. The candidate should have practical experience in leading complex transactions throughout the project life cycle, particularly in the real estate and hospitality sectors, and exposure to commercial real estate in EBRD countries of operation is essential.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in one of the languages spoken in EBRD's countries of operations is advantageous, enhancing the candidate's ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and clients.

Additional Notes:
This position is a regular contract role with a contract length that is not specified. The deadline for applications is set for October 14, 202

• The EBRD promotes a hybrid workplace culture that emphasizes flexibility, inclusion, and employee well-being. The organization is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.