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EBA Traineeship Summary

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU authority established on 1 January 2011 by Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010. Its primary role is to enhance the functioning of the EU internal market by ensuring high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision in the banking, payments, and e-money sectors. The EBA also promotes financial system stability, market transparency, and the protection of depositors and investors. It works to prevent regulatory arbitrage, ensure a level playing field, and strengthen international supervisory coordination. The EBA currently offers a traineeship opportunity in its CREMOP Policy Unit, focusing on Credit Risk or Market Risk.

Main Areas of the CREMOP Policy Unit

The CREMOP Policy Unit is responsible for the following key areas:

• Credit Risk: Analysis of credit risk-related policies and models.
• Market Risk and Market Infrastructure: Examination of market risk and related infrastructure.
• Securitisation and Covered Bonds: Oversight of securitisation and covered bonds regulations.
• Operational Risk and Analyses: Evaluation of operational risk and related analytical work.

The traineeship opportunity is specifically aligned with the Credit Risk or Market Risk areas.

Key Tasks for the Trainee

The trainee will be involved in the following tasks:

• Supporting policy experts in the analysis of quantitative data.
• Assisting in the drafting of reports and the development of guidelines and binding technical standards as part of the EU common rulebook.
• Contributing to the development of an analysis toolbox in SAS for assessing capital requirements under the IRB (Internal Rating-Based) approach.
• Participating in ongoing activities within the CREMOP Policy Unit.

These tasks will provide the trainee with hands-on experience in financial regulation and policy development, particularly in the areas of risk modeling and capital requirements.

Requirements for Applicants

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Good SAS and Excel Skills: Proficiency in using these tools for data analysis.
• Quantitative Background: A strong foundation in quantitative methods or related disciplines.
• Familiarity with/Interest in Banking Regulation: Specifically, knowledge or interest in internal rating models or market risk models.

These skills and knowledge areas are essential for effectively supporting the policy work of the CREMOP Policy Unit.

Selection Process and Timeline

• Mentor: The Head of the CREMOP Policy Unit will oversee the trainee's development.
• Expected Start Date: The trainee is expected to begin in January – March 2016.

Additional Information

For more details about the EBA and its activities, visit the official EBA website: www.eba.europa.eu.

This traineeship offers a unique opportunity to engage with EU banking regulation and contribute to the development of technical standards and policy guidelines. It is ideal for individuals with a quantitative background and an interest in financial regulation and risk analysis.