FI Equity Analyst in London

The FI Equity Analyst works as a project team member within the Financial Institution group covering Central Asia, Caucasus, Türkiye and Mongolia. The role supports the full investment cycle with primary focus on equity and equity‑linked investments in banks and other financial institutions across the coverage region.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Structuring and Execution: Work as a project team member on transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution. Carry out comprehensive research and analysis of background material, market information and target company financial and operational performance data. Evaluate potential risks related to the proposed project, including analysis of financial statements and regulatory filings. Prepare financial models and stress‑test projections, including capital adequacy, asset quality and profitability metrics for potential investments. Carry out initial valuation assessments using a variety of valuation techniques and apply sound judgement of what’s reasonable and feasible. Contribute to the preparation of term sheets, participate in negotiations and review legal documentation; support transaction execution working with clients, authorities, consultants and internal support units. Where relevant, support the implementation and monitoring of technical co‑operation assignments linked to investment projects or the related policy dialogue initiative, including donor reporting and tracking progress. Assist with internal coordination, including communication with other Bank units, clients and external stakeholders, and preparation of correspondence and presentations.
• Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting: Contribute to monitoring an assigned portfolio of investments by tracking progress and implementation of value‑creation plans, updating internal valuations and highlighting major variances/issues to the operational leader. Ensure timely collection of covenanted reports and relevant market information. Draft clear and concise investment monitoring reports in a timely manner, identify key issues and recommend corrective actions. Maintain relationships and regular communication with the respective counterparties at portfolio companies, staying on top of critical developments.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field; Master’s degree and/or professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA or CIMA strongly preferred.
• Strong quantitative and numerical skills, ability to interpret and analyse financial information; proficiency in Excel.
• Advanced financial modelling skills.
• Sector‑specific analysis (regulatory capital, solvency, asset quality, liquidity) required; familiarity with FI market data platforms (Bloomberg, SNL, Refinitiv) desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, fluent Russian strongly preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and to meet deadlines under time pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce high‑quality work across multiple workstreams; good presentation skills.

Experience & Knowledge

• Relevant financial industry experience (at least 2 years) from a major private equity, investment banking or auditing/financial consulting firm.
• Demonstrated experience in financial sector analysis.
• Previous experience working or investing in the Bank’s countries of operations or in emerging and frontier markets is a strong advantage.

Benefits

• Competitive base salaries and annual performance‑based bonuses.
• Permanent staff enjoy additional benefits such as medical insurance, generous and flexible annual leave, retirement benefits, reduced gym membership rates and staff discounts at a wide range of retailers.
• Relocation allowance and ongoing assistance for employees moving from another country.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The EBRD is a leading international financial institution whose core values include inclusiveness, innovation, trust and responsibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of their nationalities, racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio‑economic background or disability. We provide equal opportunity and an inclusive environment to all staff.