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EBA Bank Expert Position Summary

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU authority established in 2011 under Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010. It plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision across the European Union in the areas of banking, payments, e-money, and related corporate governance, auditing, and financial reporting. The EBA collaborates closely with other EU financial regulatory bodies such as EIOPA, ESMA, the Joint Committee, and the ESRB as part of the European System of Financial Supervision (ESFS).

The EBA is currently seeking a Bank Expert to join the Oversight Department in its London office. The position is part of the Home-Host Coordination Unit, focusing on cross-border cooperation in banking supervision.

Main Responsibilities

• Promote and monitor the effective functioning of supervisory colleges, including participation in colleges of supervisors for individual banking groups.
• Support oversight activities by assisting in the production of supervisory recommendations and resolving disagreements between competent authorities.
• Provide feedback and guidance to competent authorities on the functioning of colleges and develop tools for efficient decision-making.
• Participate in, or lead, the development of technical standards and guidelines for cross-border supervision.
• Prepare policy stances and provide policy advice on supervisory cooperation and disagreement resolution.
• Support internal committees and subgroups, including their chairpersons.
• Facilitate briefings for EBA representatives during meetings with external policy makers, EU institutions, and regulatory bodies.
• Carry out other duties as required.

Requirements

1. Eligibility Criteria

• Language proficiency: Thorough knowledge of one EU language and satisfactory knowledge of another.
• Nationality: Must be a national of an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway.
• Citizenship rights: Full rights as a citizen.
• Military service: Must have fulfilled any applicable obligations.
• Physical fitness: Must be physically fit to perform the duties.
• Background check: Must provide a certificate of no criminal record.
• Medical examination: Required to meet Article 12(2)(d) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants.

2. Qualifications and Experience

• Education: Must have completed university studies (with a diploma), either in a 3-year or 4-year program.
• Professional experience:
  • At least 7 years (for 3-year education) or 6 years (for 4-year education) of relevant full-time experience in financial regulation or supervision.
  • At least 3 of these years must be in a comparable position.
• Language: Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken). Native English speakers must demonstrate proficiency in a second EU language.

3. Selection Criteria

• Proven knowledge of EU banking regulation, especially as it relates to cross-border supervision.
• Experience in the operation of supervisory colleges for cross-border banking groups.
• Ability to communicate with management on regulatory developments.
• Proven experience in drafting policies, stances, or procedures.
• Experience in dealing with a wide range of stakeholders in the EU.

4. Required Competencies

• Strong sense of responsibility, commitment, and cooperation.
• Ability to analyze complex information and propose solutions.
• Capacity to manage workload independently.
• Good team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under time pressure.

Equal Opportunities

The EBA adheres to an equal opportunities policy and ensures no discrimination in its recruitment process.

Selection Procedure

The selection process includes:

• Application submission: CV (Europass format), motivation letter, and eligibility grid in English to vacancies@eba.europa.eu by 9 July 2013 at 12:00 noon London time.
• Shortlisting: Based on eligibility and selection criteria, candidates may be invited for written tests and interviews.
• Written test: Conducted in English, testing communication, knowledge, and drafting skills. Minimum score: 6 out of 10.
• Interview: Conducted in English, assessing suitability, knowledge, and motivation. Minimum score: 6 out of 10.
• Final selection: Candidates with total scores of 12 or above are placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2013.
• Confidentiality: All selection procedures are confidential, and contact with committee members is prohibited.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract: Temporary fixed-term contract of three years with a six-month probation period, potentially extendable.
• Start date: Expected to begin on 16 September 2013.
• Grade: AD 7. Estimated monthly basic salary: €5,568.11.
• Employment benefits:
  • Exempt from national tax; Community tax at source applies.
  • Correction coefficient of 34.4% for UK-based staff.
  • Possible entitlement to allowances (expatriation, household, dependent child, education, etc.) based on family situation and origin.
  • Annual leave: 2 days per calendar month plus additional days based on age, grade, and distance from origin.
  • Access to EU pension scheme after 10 years of service.
  • Insurance coverage including sickness, accident, unemployment, and travel insurance.

Place of Employment

• The position is based in the EBA offices in London, United Kingdom.

Application Guidelines

• Applications must include CV (Europass format), motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid.
• All documents must be submitted in English.
• Only complete applications will be considered.
• Supporting documents (e.g., ID, diplomas) are not required at this stage.
• Candidates are advised not to submit applications at the last minute due to potential technical issues.

Data Protection

The EBA processes personal data in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001, ensuring confidentiality and security.

Appeal Procedure

• Review request: Candidates can request a review of their application within 20 days of notification.
• Complaint to EBA: Must be submitted within 3 months of being notified of an adverse decision.
• Appeal to EU Civil Service Tribunal: Available under Article 270 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU and Article 91 of the Staff Regulations.
• European Ombudsman: Can be contacted for complaints, but only after exhausting internal administrative channels.
• Note: The appointing authority cannot amend decisions of the selection board. Appeals must be based on procedural violations.

Key Contact Information

• Vacancy email: vacancies@eba.europa.eu
• Selection Committee: European Banking Authority, Floor 18, Tower 42, London EC2N 1HQ
• European Ombudsman: 1 Avenue du Président Robert Schuman, CS 30403, 67001 Strasbourg Cedex, France
• EU Civil Service Tribunal: Boulevard Konrad Adenauer, Luxembourg 2925