Assistant Analyst, Banking (London, GB)

The Assistant Analyst is responsible for providing support to the SSA (Sub-Saharan Africa) Front Office with monitoring of signed projects, addressing clients requests, assisting the SSA Leadership team to track project implementation, including disbursement performance and implementation of Technical Cooperation (TC) projects as well as for preparation of pipeline and portfolio reports.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Assist in SSA Front Office tasks (prepare monitoring reports, keep track of SSA information and database).
• Provide assistance with the preparation of project related material and distribution, maintaining Deal Tracking Module entries, project filling system (Projectlink) and assisting with Project Monitoring Report preparation.
• Draft correspondence for bankers review.
• Assist in project and sector data search from various sources to create slides or provide necessary information for project preparation and business development purposes.
• Assist in marketing research including preparation of reports and other materials as well as support business development efforts, attend meetings with clients and join marketing trips alongside bankers, when necessary.
• Keep in touch with OLs and provide portfolio and pipeline reports to Management and keep sector presentations database updated.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• Skills: Fluent English and local language both written and spoken; Good sense of priorities, ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines; Ability to prioritise work with continuously changing priorities; Very good attention to detail; Strong team player; Ability to work with precision and accuracy; Good communication skills; Excellent organisational skills.
• Key technical skills: Good numerical and financial skills; Good understanding of accounting principles and ability to interpret accounts; Knowledge of local business environment; Excellent knowledge of the Banks policies and procedures, in particular good knowledge of Project cycle, role of Bank Units in project implementation and monitoring processes.
• Experience: Administrative or back-office support in investment projects preparation and implementation; Conducting research and presenting the information collated; Compile statistical and other kind of reports.
• Qualifications: Higher education or relevant qualification.

What is it like to work at the 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 Banks 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).