Requisition ID 33790 Office Country Poland Office City Warsaw Division Risk Management Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 4 years Posting End Date 27/08/2023
Role Overview:
EBRD is seeking a talented and driven Junior Credit Manager / Associate Credit Risk Officer to join our Corporate & Project Finance Credit Risk Management team. In this role, you will support your senior colleagues in the team in challenging and analysing new proposals from bankers as well as appraising, and managing credit risks associated with our corporate and project finance debt portfolio. You will play a vital role in shaping the bank's credit risk strategy and contributing to its mission of sustainable development.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive credit analysis for new and existing corporate and project finance debt transactions.
- Identify potential risks and recommend risk mitigation measures, transaction structures, security, and pricing.
- Collaborate with project teams, bankers, and committees to ensure projects comply with EBRD's sound banking mandate.
- Provide clear and well-reasoned recommendations to the various executive Bank committees.
- Assign and update credit ratings, ensuring compliance with risk guidelines and prudential limits.
- Proactively monitor portfolio counterparties, countries, and market developments.
- Participate in cross-departmental initiatives, executive committees, and contribute to risk policy and reporting efforts.
- Foster a culture of credit awareness and effective risk management within the organization.
Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in finance, business, economics, or equivalent with on-the-job training.
- 2-5 years of relevant experience, including risk management exposure.
- Strong financial analysis skills with a proven track record of analysing high-yield loans and financial instruments.
- Knowledge of emerging markets, CIS, CEE, and SEMED regions.
- Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English.
- Proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
- Climate risk awareness and understanding of environmental and reputational issues is a plus.
Why EBRD:
- Impact: Be part of a global organization committed to making a positive impact on emerging economies.
- Professional Growth: EBRD values career development and offers opportunities for growth within a dynamic and diverse team.
- Innovation: Contribute to cutting-edge projects and initiatives that drive economic transformation.
- Collaboration: Work alongside experienced professionals and experts in the field of finance and risk management.
- Inclusive Culture: EBRD is committed to diversity and welcomes candidates of all genders, backgrounds, and experiences.
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.
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;
- An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. 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, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.