Associate Banker

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 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, employing thousands of professionals dedicated to supporting sustainable development and economic growth. The organization focuses on various sectors, including infrastructure, energy, and financial institutions, and aims to create a positive impact on the lives of people in the regions it serves.

Job Overview:
The Associate Banker position at EBRD in Tashkent is a critical role within the Infrastructure Sector team. The Associate Banker will be involved in all phases of the project cycle, which includes project origination, structuring, execution, and monitoring. This position requires a proactive approach to project management, where the Associate Banker will be responsible for conducting comprehensive due diligence, ensuring compliance with EBRD policies, and facilitating effective post-signing implementation. The role also encompasses elements of business development, client management, and policy dialogue, making it essential for the Associate Banker to work collaboratively within a project team and interact with various stakeholders. The Associate Banker will contribute to structuring, implementing, and monitoring debt and equity transactions, ensuring alignment with the Bank's operational objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate Banker will have a diverse set of responsibilities, including:

• Structuring and Execution: Collaborate as a project team member on transactions, contributing to project structuring and execution. Engage with client counterparts, consultants, and other stakeholders to advance projects. Drive the scope and quality of project due diligence, ensuring compliance with financial, market, integrity, and EBRD policies. Prepare internal project documentation, including approval memoranda, financial models, and presentations. Design and process technical cooperation assistance, ensuring alignment with investment project schedules.
• Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation, and Reporting: Implement and monitor assigned projects, ensuring compliance with agreements and Bank procedures. Assess project progress and financial performance, identifying evolving risk factors. Prepare comprehensive monitoring reports with recommendations for corrective actions. Ensure effective implementation of technical cooperation assignments, meeting donor reporting requirements.
• Business Development: Assist with marketing and business development efforts as needed. The Associate Banker will have opportunities to develop transaction expertise and expand responsibilities, potentially leading to a role as an operation leader on standard transactions under senior supervision.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree, with a Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in relevant fields. Professional qualifications such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA are desirable. Strong quantitative and numerical skills are essential, along with the ability to interpret financial information and design financial models. Candidates should have credit analysis skills, understanding local and international accounting principles, and experience in credit analysis. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet software, including financial analysis and modeling modules, is required. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English are mandatory, and a good command of the local language is advantageous. Relevant experience in the financial industry, including investment, development, or commercial banking, private equity, asset management, or auditing/financial consulting, is necessary.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for the Associate Banker position includes a Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred, indicating a higher level of expertise and understanding of complex financial concepts. Professional qualifications such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA are considered advantageous and demonstrate a commitment to professional development in finance and banking.

Experience:
Candidates should have relevant financial industry experience, ideally from an investment, development, or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm that operates to international standards. Practical experience in participating in transactions throughout the full project life cycle is essential, as it equips candidates with the necessary skills to manage projects effectively from inception to completion.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is the primary language of communication within the EBRD. A good command of the local language is considered an advantage, facilitating better interaction with local stakeholders and clients. Knowledge of additional languages may also be beneficial, depending on the specific projects and regions involved.

Additional Notes:
This position is a regular contract role with a contract length that is not specified. The deadline for applications is set for November 16, 202

• The EBRD promotes a hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to its employees, emphasizing trust and connectedness. The organization values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background. The EBRD also prioritizes employee wellbeing and offers a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.