Associate, Manufacturing & Services

Job Posting Organization:
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is an international financial institution that was established in 1991 to support the development of market economies and promote private and entrepreneurial initiatives in countries transitioning to market economies. The EBRD operates in over 30 countries across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, employing a diverse workforce of approximately 2,000 employees. The mission of the EBRD is to foster the transition to open market-oriented economies and to promote private and entrepreneurial initiatives. The organization is committed to sustainability, equality, and digital transformation, and values diversity as one of its core principles.

Job Overview:
The Associate position within the Manufacturing & Services division at EBRD is a critical role that contributes to all phases of the project cycle, including project origination, structuring, execution, and monitoring for both debt and equity investments. The Associate will be responsible for various tasks assigned by the operation leader or senior project team members, which may include conducting comprehensive due diligence on projects, performing financial and market analysis, ensuring compliance with EBRD policies, and monitoring existing projects. The role also involves engaging in the origination of new projects, which includes market mapping and client interactions. The Associate will work under the guidance of the operation leader or senior bankers, progressively taking on more complex tasks as they gain experience and expertise.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Associate's duties and responsibilities include:

• Project Structuring and Execution: - Collaborate as a project team member on transactions, contributing to project structuring and execution through research and analysis of background materials, market information, and financial performance data. - Analyze potential risks related to proposed projects, including financial statement analysis and financial modeling. - Assist in designing technical cooperation assistance and preparing necessary documentation for investment projects. - Communicate with internal units, clients, and stakeholders, preparing draft correspondence and presentations. - Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks to a high standard in line with Bank policies.
• Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation, and Reporting: - Undertake tasks related to project implementation and monitoring, ensuring compliance with project agreements and Bank procedures. - Prepare draft monitoring reports with recommendations for corrective actions as needed.
• Project Origination: - Assist in the origination of new projects under the supervision of senior bankers, including industry research, client contact, and meeting organization. The responsibilities are designed to allow the Associate to progressively undertake more complex tasks and build the scope of responsibilities based on acquired experience and expertise.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Associate position include: - A Bachelor’s degree is mandatory, while a Master’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant areas is preferred. - Professional qualifications such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA are desirable. - Strong quantitative and numerical skills are essential, with the ability to interpret financial information and design financial models. - Good credit analysis skills, including understanding local and international accounting principles. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office and spreadsheet software, particularly for financial analysis and modeling. - A solid understanding of relevant systems and processes is necessary. - Ability to work effectively as a team member and meet deadlines under pressure. - Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and German are required.

Educational Background:
Candidates must possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, with a Master’s degree being preferred. The educational background should ideally include coursework or training in finance, economics, business administration, or a related discipline that provides a strong foundation for the analytical and quantitative skills required for the role.

Experience:
Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience in the financial industry, which may include roles in investment or commercial banks, private equity firms, asset management firms, or auditing/financial consulting firms that operate to international standards. A good track record of deals and exposure to the corporate sector, particularly in manufacturing, services, technology, media, telecommunications (TMT), agribusiness, and real estate, is highly valued.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory, and proficiency in German is also required. Additional language skills may be considered an asset, particularly if they relate to the regions in which EBRD operates.

Additional Notes:
This position is a regular contract role with no specified contract length, indicating a long-term employment opportunity. The EBRD promotes a flexible working environment, expecting employees to attend the office 50% of their working time. The organization encourages applications from qualified candidates who are nationals of EBRD member countries, emphasizing its commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Compensation and benefits details are not specified in the job ad.