Purpose of Job

The Associate Portfolio Manager works to develop, advance and manage processes related to equity transactions and reporting capabilities, providing data, analysis, advice and guidance and maintaining key relationships with other departments involved or interested in equity. Contribution towards resolution of technical and procedural issues, development of new capabilities and trouble-shooting with any complex or problematic investments or transactions is an important part of the role. The Associate Portfolio Manager works closely with EPMU Principals and Associate Director to ensure the team’s functions and operational objectives are met; to ensure on-going integrity of the Bank wide equity data and to provide a common platform of consistent information for analysis and reporting across the Bank on all matters related to the Bank’s equity portfolio.

The Associate Portfolio Manager may also oversee and/or co-ordinate the work of more junior team members and interact with internal and external counterparts as required.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Overview and reporting on the entire equity portfolio including pipeline, current and realised direct equity investments, equity and property funds and investments made by the funds
• Preparation of reports for senior management and committees (such as Banking VP, Equity Committee and EVRC) along with providing information and guidance on aspects of equity across the Bank
• Work with Operation Leaders, Equity Leads and Value Creation Leaders on respective portfolios including quarterly/semi-annual review of equity valuations for accuracy and compliance with valuation guidelines in order that accurate data is available for the Bank’s Financial Reporting
• Liaison with other departments (Equity Banking, Equity Risk, Financial Accounting, IT, Data Management and Operations Banking Securities)
• Maintain and develop systems, models and processes to capture data, identify and analyse information in order to facilitate decision making by senior management
• Periodic and ad-hoc reporting of equity data for management and other stakeholders, data analysis and preparation for larger management reporting
• Enhance reporting capabilities and existing automated reports using the latest technology
• Advance and maintain key working relationships with other departments and represent EPMU at interdepartmental meetings as required
• Assist with development and implementation of new equity processes across the Bank
• Monitor assigned sector team portfolios, including valuation process and value creation liaising directly with relevant Value Creation Leaders, Equity Leads and Operation Leaders
• Review and interpret legal documentation, equity project documentation and financial statements
• Provide constructive advice, guidance and supervision to more junior team members and oversee specific operational tasks
• Ensure that all tasks are completed within the specified time frames to a high standard and in line with the policies, procedures and objectives of the Bank, including recommendations for corrective actions where required
• As a team member perform all such tasks as may be assigned, working independently or as part of a wider team
• Provide justification, documentation and assistance to external auditors as required

Qualifications, Skills, Experience & Knowledge

• University degree (Finance, Business or related subjects) or several years of relevant banking/portfolio experience

• Professional qualification such as ACA, CFA, or CIMA desirable but not essential
• Computer literacy: fully conversant with Microsoft Office (especially Excel) and reporting packages such as Cognos, Tableau and/or PowerBI
• Strong quantitative/numerical and credit analysis skills, with the ability to interpret financial information and review financial models
• Data awareness and strong reporting skills to provide complex equity analytics and presentations
• Excellent understanding of relevant systems, processes and Bank’s policies
• Ability to work effectively as a team member, under time pressure and to tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and oral communication skills in English
• Highly organised, strong team player with high attention to detail and the ability to multi task and prioritise effectively to meet deadlines

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.