Analyst, Business Development

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is seeking an Analyst to support the Principal, Business Development Lead, and Associate, BD in identifying FDI opportunities and raising awareness of the Bank’s capabilities. This short-term role ends on 17 September 2027 and includes exposure to marketing materials, pitch design, and cross-team collaboration.

The position emphasizes English communication, stakeholder coordination, and experience in corporate development within a financial

Qualifications

• Corporate and/or business development, marketing, and research experience from a leading investment/merchant or commercial organisation.
• Broad knowledge of banking project cycle and marketing principles.
• Knowledge of Bank procedures and systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and prepare marketing visits of EBRD senior management.
• Support market mapping and pipeline building for Banking teams.
• Provide research and background information on companies/sectors for marketing materials.
• Assist in designing an EBRD pitch book for cross-team customization.
• Identify FDI opportunities and support the Business Outreach Programme.

Skills

Corporate development

Marketing

Research

English communication

CRM/Databases

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

CRM

Slides Library

Documentum

SAP

DTM

ERD Data

Job description

Business Development is an essential part of the business cycle to help ensure the sustainability of the Bank’s pipeline, to support its overall external visibility, and to expand the Bank’s network across the regions and investor base. The set of business development deliverables requires a systematic strategic approach to outlook and planning; consistent leadership externally as well as internally across several teams; and constant innovation in respect of business development delivery products, channels, and formats.

The Analyst supports and enables the Principal, Business Development Lead and the Associate, Business Development in identifying potential FDI (Foreign Direct Investor) opportunities and raising awareness of the Bank’s capabilities with the aim to attract potential new business opportunities.

Please note that this is a short-term position with a contract end date 17 September 2027.

Background

The role of the Business Development Unit is that of a resource embedded within the Banking Department. The Unit plays an integral role in supporting Banking teams attract new clients and in raising awareness of the Bank and its ability to deliver high quality projects. This is achieved, primarily, by identifying potential new business/client opportunities.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Working closely with Business Development team members, proactively contribute to all aspects of coordination and preparation of marketing business development visits of EBRD senior management (includes President, FVP, VP Banking and MDs).
• Support Banking/CSG teams in market mapping and pipeline building, as and when requested.
• Provide research and in-depth background information on companies or sectors and to prepare supporting marketing materials such as presentations and briefings, as and when requested.
• Working closely with the Principal, Business Development Lead, take a leading role in the design of an EBRD pitch book and work with various Banking/CSG teams on customising needs to promote the Bank’s activities and products.
• Support the Associate, BD on the identification of FDI opportunities in non-COOs and implementation of the Business Outreach Programme.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Corporate and/or business development, marketing, and research experience from a leading investment/merchant or commercial organisation.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of banking project cycle.
• Good knowledge and understanding of key marketing principles.
• Knowledge of Banking Department's procedures and the Bank's rules would be an advantage.
• Computer literate (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), knowledge and maintenance of various BDU databases (BTOR, CRM, Slides Library and Documentum), knowledge of Bank’s systems (SAP, DTM, ERD Business Contacts, Data Warehouse) and internet search engines.
• Prior experience in central and eastern Europe/former Soviet Union and/or SEMED is desirable.
• Very good written and oral communication skills in English. Other languages are an advantage.

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.

Diversity is one of the Bank’s 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).

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