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EBA Junior Policy Expert (Impact Assessment) Position Summary

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU authority established on 1 January 2011 under Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010. It plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision across the EU's banking, payments, and e-money sectors. 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).

Job Overview

The EBA is currently recruiting a Junior Policy Expert (Impact Assessment) for its offices in London, United Kingdom. The role is located in the Policy Analysis and Coordination Unit and involves providing economic analysis and impact assessment support to the EBA's regulatory, oversight, and consumer protection activities.

Main Responsibilities

• Conducting impact assessments for EBA's regulatory proposals, including guidelines, recommendations, opinions, and binding technical standards.
• Supporting the Regulatory, Oversight, and Consumer Protection Units in analyzing the costs and benefits of policy options.
• Participating in working groups and representing the EBA at a technical level.
• Collaborating with other ESAs and the ESRB in the candidate's area of expertise.
• Performing economic analysis on financial regulatory and supervisory issues.
• Executing other related tasks as required by the Head of the Unit.

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: Completed any applicable obligations.
• Physical Fitness: Fit to perform the duties of the post.
• Criminal Record: No criminal record (certified upon appointment).
• Medical Examination: Required to meet Article 12(2)(d) of the Conditions of Employment of Other Servants.

2. Qualifications and Experience

• Education: At least three years of university education in economics or a related field, with a recognized diploma.
• Professional Experience: Minimum of three years of full-time experience in bank regulation, banking supervision, or economic research.
• Language Skills: Excellent English (both written and spoken), with native English speakers required to demonstrate second language proficiency.

3. Selection Criteria

• Knowledge of EU Banking Regulation
• Experience with Stakeholders
• Drafting Skills (papers, memos, briefings)
• Microeconomic Analysis of financial regulation and supervision
• Adaptability: Experience in an EU/multicultural/international environment
• Independence: Ability to manage workload without close supervision
• Flexibility: Fast learner and good team player
• Communication Skills: Very good verbal and written communication
• Interpersonal Skills: Efficient under time pressure

Selection Procedure

• Committee: A selection committee will evaluate applications based on CV, motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid.
• Shortlisting: Candidates may be invited to written tests and interviews.
• Written Test: Conducted in English, testing drafting skills, with a minimum score of 6 out of 10.
• Interview: In English, assessing suitability, professional experience, and motivation, with a minimum score of 6 out of 10.
• Final Selection: Candidates with a total score of 12 or above may be placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2014.

Employment Conditions

• Contract Type: Temporary agent fixed-term contract, 3 years with a 6-month probation period, possibly extended.
• Start Date: Expected 16 November 2013 or 1 December 2013.
• Grade: AD 6.
• Salary: Estimated monthly basic salary of €4,921.28, subject to a correction coefficient of 34.4% for the UK.
• Benefits:
  • Exempt from national tax, with Community tax at source.
  • Expatriation allowance, household allowance, dependent child allowance, education allowance, installation allowance, and reimbursement of removal costs may apply based on individual circumstances.
  • Annual leave: 2 days per calendar month plus additional days based on age, grade, and distance from origin.
  • Pension Scheme: EU Pension Scheme after 10 years of service.
  • Insurance Coverage: Includes sickness, accident, occupational disease, unemployment, and invalidity insurance.
  • Travel Insurance: Provided for missions.

Application Submission

• Deadline: 15 October 2013 at 12:00 noon London time.
• Documents Required: CV in Europass format, motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid in English.
• Submission Address: vacancies@eba.europa.eu.
• Notes:
  • Only complete applications will be considered.
  • Supporting documents (e.g., ID, diplomas) are not required at this stage.
  • Candidates must ensure they meet all eligibility and qualification requirements.

Data Protection

• The EBA complies with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001 on data protection and free movement of data.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of personal data.

Appeal Procedure

• Selection Committee Appeal: Candidates can request a review within 20 calendar days of notification.
• EU Civil Service Tribunal Appeal: Complaints must be lodged within 3 months of being notified of an adverse decision.
• European Ombudsman: Complaints can be submitted under Article 195(1) of the Treaty establishing the European Community, but must be preceded by administrative steps.

For more information, visit the EBA website.