Requisition ID 34066 Office Country United Kingdom Office City London Division Risk Contract Type Fixed Term Contract Length 4 years Posting End Date 24/11/2023
Role Overview
The Vice President, Chief Risk Officer (CRO) leads the EBRD's Risk functions. Risk is a fundamental pillar of the Bank's business with the prime responsibility of ensuring the independent risk management of the EBRD's Banking (including environmental and social considerations) and Treasury exposures. This role reports directly to the President of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development.
This is a key role which is part of the executive leadership of the EBRD, leading and managing change, and contributing to the Bank’s future strategic direction.
The Risk Vice Presidency totals about 220 staff and comprises:
Key Responsibilities and Deliverables
Vice President, CRO is responsible for the formulation, delivery, communication and implementation of the Bank's strategies and policies in the area of risk management regarding; risk appetite, Banking (including environmental and social, and procurement considerations) and Treasury exposures, and operational risks.
Leadership and supervision of:
The Vice President, CRO is also responsible for:
Internal Committees:
This role is a member (or chair) of the Executive Committee, the Crisis Management Committee, the Operations and Equity Committees and Risk Committee.
Essential Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Business Expertise
Strategic Thinking
Leadership & Management
Personal Attributes
This scope of this role is dynamic and is not limited to responsibilities set out above. It will evolve over time and as a result of further organisation reviews.
Please note that we are working with an external search firm SRI Executive in the recruitment for this position. By applying for this position, you are consenting to your details being shared with a third party. If you have any queries in relation to this please contact EBRD-VP-CRO@sri-executive.com.
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:
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.