Analyst

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international financial institution is seeking an Analyst to support project management across various phases from origination to monitoring. Ideal candidates will have a strong academic background, preferably a Master's, and credentials like ACA, CFA, or ACCA. Critical skills include quantitative analysis, credit assessment, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role promises a dynamic environment where your contributions can significantly impact regional developments.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of competitive benefits

Flexible, hybrid work environment

Opportunity to work with a diverse range of experts

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; Master's preferred.
• Critical quantitative/numerical skills.
• Credit analysis and ability to interpret accounts.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to all phases of project cycle.
• Prepare draft monitoring reports with recommendations.
• Monitor financial performance and project progress.

Skills

Quantitative / numerical skills

Credit analysis skills

Computer literacy

Teamwork and deadline management

Good written and oral communication skills in English

Good command of French language

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA

Tools

Microsoft Office

Spreadsheet packages

Job description

Purpose of Job

The Analyst contributes to all phases of the project cycle, including project origination, structuring, execution, implementation and monitoring.

The Analyst will take responsibility for the tasks assigned to them by the operation leader or more senior members of the project team, or more senior bankers, which may include undertaking comprehensive due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance, as well as effective post-signing implementation and monitoring.

The Analyst carries out these tasks as part of a project team under the guidance of the operation leader or under the supervision / guidance of more senior bankers.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

Under the guidance of the operation leader or a more senior banker :

Portfolio Monitoring, Value Creation and Reporting

• As requested by the operation leader, undertake assigned tasks relating to the implementation and monitoring of projects to which the Analyst is assigned as part of the project team, including compliance with project agreements and Bank procedures related to disbursement, monitoring of progress of the project and financial performance of the client, assessing evolving risk factors and monitoring and assessing covenant compliance.
• As requested by the operation leader or more senior member of the project team, prepare timely and comprehensive draft monitoring reports and include recommendations for corrective actions where required and ensure these corrective actions and recommendations are brought to the attention of more senior team members.

The responsibilities of the Analyst are designed to allow the Analyst to progressively undertake more complex tasks and build the scope of responsibilities based on acquired experience and expertise.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in the areas of expertise.
• Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, ACCA, or CIMA desirable.
• Quantitative / numerical skills are critical with the ability to interpret financial information and to design and use financial models.
• Credit analysis skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, understanding local and international accounting principles and practice of credit analysis.
• Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office and spreadsheet packages including financial analysis and modelling modules.
• Good understanding of relevant systems and processes.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and to deadlines and under time pressure.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.
• Good command of French language would be a plus

Experience & Knowledge

• Relevant financial industry experience from an investment or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing / financial consulting firm operating to international standards.
• Exposure to industry / country experience.

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.