Purpose of Job

The M&S Associate Banker contributes to all phases of the project cycle, including project origination, structuring, execution, and initial disbursement and monitoring. The candidate will take responsibility for those tasks assigned to him/her by the operation leader, which may include undertaking comprehensive due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance, as well as effectively working with the Portfolio team following signing and disbursement. The Associate will carry out these tasks as part of a project team under the guidance of an operation leader or under the supervision/guidance of more senior bankers.

The Associate will also contribute to the business/pipeline development in Uzbekistan in the manufacturing and services sectors, client management and policy dialogue. Particularly, the candidate is expected to have a good understanding of the local market and businesses practices, and play an integral part in business development within the team.

Background on the M&S Team: Manufacturing and Services Team consists of over 50 professionals covering all the Bank’s countries of operation to serve clients locally. The bankers are based in the Bank’s HQ and in the Regional Offices. Manufacturing and Services sector covers diversified activities ranging from chemicals to metals, from medical services to education, from car manufacturing to building materials and retail. Manufacturing and Services Team financed over 600 projects with a total project value of ca EUR 40 billion since establishment.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

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

Structuring and Execution

• Work as a project team member on transactions, contributing to all aspects of project structuring and execution, including working with client counterparts, consultants and other parties to progress the project;

• Prepare internal project documentation, including approval project memoranda, financial models, draft term sheets, presentations, etc. as and when required;

• Be a key driver of the scope and quality of project due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance;

• As may be requested, assist with communication with other internal units of the Bank, clients and other stakeholders, at the operational level, such as preparing draft correspondence, presentations, and following up on internal e-mails;

• Ensure that all tasks within his/her area of responsibility are completed within the specified time frames to a high standard and in line with the policies, procedures and objectives of the Bank.

Business Development

• Assist with marketing and business development efforts in the country to build reputable market contacts in order to develop a broad deal flow and cross selling of the Bank’s competencies

• Assist with the critical screening of project proposal flow that is generated through business development efforts, liaising with other colleagues and teams within the Bank to identify sound and executable investments that meet the mandate of the Bank.

The responsibilities of the Associate Banker are designed to allow for the development of transaction expertise and expansion of responsibilities, leading to assuming the role of an operation leader on standard, non-complex transactions. In such cases, the Associate Banker’s accountabilities and responsibilities would be increased to undertake a role of an operation leader under the supervision/guidance of more senior bankers.

Qualifications & Skills / Experience & Knowledge

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.

• Existing relevant financial industry experience in a reputable financial institution, including that of an investment or commercial bank, private equity firm, asset management firm, or auditing/financial consulting firm operating to international standards.

• Strong 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.

• Relationship management and negotiation skills.

• Excellent understanding of relevant systems and processes.

• Ability to work effectively as a team member and to deadlines and under time pressure.

• Sector expertise in Manufacturing & Services is desirable

• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Russian.

• Oral communication skills in Uzbek would be an advantage.

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.