Purpose of Job

This role is allied with the reporting requirements to key stakeholders of the Funding team within Treasury. Operating with some autonomy, the Associate, Funding is responsible for collating, verifying, monitoring and compiling the data to respond to the ad hoc as well as regular (monthly, quarterly and annual) information requirements in support of the Bank’s Borrowing Programme. The position involves the analysis of rating agency and regulatory methodologies, as well as knowledge of key systems, to safeguard the Bank’s triple-A rating, and ensure EBRD can fulfil its obligations to investors.

Background

The EBRD receives numerous and extensive information requests and is also subject to specific reporting requirements in connection with its bond issuance. These originate from investors, credit rating agencies, ESG rating agencies, market regulators, stock exchanges, depositories, paying agents and listing agents. This role supports EBRD’s annual Borrowing Programme and investor relations through the collation, verification, monitoring and reporting of information requested in connection with EBRD’s bond issuance and general funding activities.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Collate, verify and compile data required (both on an ad hoc and regular basis) for rating agencies’ and investors’ requests and presentations
• Monitor all data requests and reports related to EBRD as an issuer, analyse any changes in methodology, and the scope of enquiry, to help identify new areas of market focus, additional data and data analytics requirements
• Reconcile all data in the Funding Database with that from the Operations Department
• Maintain and update the biennial Paris Alignment Survey for Treasury counterparties
• Actively contribute to data and process improvements across all activities, and work closely with departments such as Risk Management, Operational Strategy and Planning, Environment and Sustainability, Financial Strategy, and Financial Control to further facilitate data gathering
• Ensure that all required quarterly information is sent to regulators, stock exchanges, paying agents, listing agents and depositories
• Maintain and update information on EBRD’s funding activities on the website, including the pricing supplements for all listed bonds

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience
• Debt capital markets experience in a major financial institution
• Strong quantitative skills and good practical understanding of the key elements of Funding
• Attention to detail, strong organisational and planning ability
• Advanced user of Excel, Powerpoint and Tableau
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to develop working relationships with colleagues
• Highly motivated, committed and tenacious
• Ability to work autonomously, but also a good team player.
• Good communication skills with an ability to communicate technical matters using clear language
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment.

The EBRD environment provides you with:

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in.
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness.
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).