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EBA Vacancy Notice Summary: Legal Expert Position

Overview

The European Banking Authority (EBA), established on 1 January 2011 by Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010, is an independent EU authority tasked with improving the functioning of the EU internal market through high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision in banking, payments, and e-money sectors. It also promotes financial stability, transparency, and the protection of depositors and investors. The EBA collaborates closely with other European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs), including EIOPA, ESMA, the Joint Committee, and the ESRB.

Position: Legal Expert

The EBA is seeking a Legal Expert to join the Policy Analysis and Coordination Unit. The role involves providing legal analysis and support to the EBA's regulatory and oversight functions, including drafting technical standards, guidelines, recommendations, and opinions. The expert will also participate in working groups and represent the EBA at a technical level, cooperating with other ESAs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal support in the drafting of binding technical standards, guidelines, recommendations, and opinions.
• Support oversight activities through supervisory recommendations and dispute resolution.
• Conduct legal analysis of financial regulatory and supervisory proposals.
• Participate in EBA working groups and represent the EBA technically.
• Cooperate with other ESAs in areas of expertise.
• Perform other related legal tasks.

Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements

• Proficiency in one EU language and satisfactory knowledge of another.
• Nationality of an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway.
• Full citizen rights and fulfilled military service obligations.
• Physical fitness for the role.
• No criminal record (certificate required).
• Medical examination as per Article 12 (2)(d) of the Conditions of Employment.

Specific Requirements

• Qualifications:
  a) Completed university studies in law with a diploma and at least one year of professional experience (if normal education is 3 years).
  b) Completed university studies in law with a diploma (if normal education is 4 years or more).
• Professional Experience:
  At least 13 years (for option a) or 12 years (for option b) of full-time experience post-education, with at least 5 years in comparable positions in banking supervision or regulation.
• Language Skills:
  Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken). Knowledge of other EU languages is an advantage.

Selection Criteria

• Proven knowledge of EU banking regulation.
• Experience in formulating policy positions.
• Experience in drafting regulatory-related documents (papers, memos, briefings).
• Legal analysis experience of financial regulatory and supervisory proposals.
• Experience providing legal advice to senior management.
• Ability to present and communicate developments to senior management.
• Experience dealing with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience with the responsibilities outlined in the job description.

Candidate Qualities

• Experience in an EU/multicultural/international working environment.
• Ability to manage workload independently.
• High sense of responsibility.
• Capacity to work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong team-working and interpersonal abilities.
• Efficient work under time pressure.

Equal Opportunities

The EBA is committed to equal opportunities and ensures no discrimination in its recruitment process.

Selection Procedure

• A selection committee will evaluate applications based on CV, motivation letter, and eligibility grid.
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited for written tests and interviews.
• Written Test: Conducted in English, focusing on drafting skills. Minimum score: 6 out of 10.
• Interview: Held in English, assessing suitability, experience, and motivation. Minimum score: 6 out of 10.
• Successful candidates are ranked by merit. The top candidate will be recruited, while those scoring 12 or above will be placed on a reserve list valid until 31 July 2013.
• The selection process is strictly confidential; contact with committee members is prohibited.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract: Temporary fixed-term contract of three years with a six-month probation period, possibly extendable.
• Expected Start Date: 1 November 2012.
• Grade: AD 9.
• Salary: Estimated monthly basic salary of €7,127.99.
• 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, child, education, etc.).
  • 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.
  • Coverage under EU Joint Sickness and Insurance Scheme, including accident and occupational disease insurance.
  • Unemployment and invalidity allowance.
  • Travel insurance for missions.

Application Submission

• Applications must include:
  • Europass CV.
  • Motivation letter.
  • Eligibility and selection criteria grid.
• All documents must be in English and submitted by 28 September 2012 at 12:00 noon London time to vacancies@eba.europa.eu.
• Only complete applications will be considered.
• Supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, ID cards) are not required at this stage.

Data Protection

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

Appeal Procedure

• Candidates may appeal decisions under Article 90(2) of the Staff Regulations.
• Appeal must be submitted within three months of the selection procedure's completion.
• Address: The Executive Director, European Banking Authority, Selection procedure: Ref. PAC TA 28/2012, Floor 18 Tower 42, London EC2N 1HQ, United Kingdom.