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EBA Bank Expert (Crisis Management) Position Summary

Overview

The European Banking Authority (EBA), established on 1 January 2011 by Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010 and amended by Regulation (EU) No 122/2013, is an independent EU authority tasked with improving the functioning of the EU internal market. It plays a key role in banking, payments, e-money regulation, and related areas such as corporate governance, auditing, and financial reporting. The EBA collaborates closely with other EU financial authorities like EIOPA, ESMA, and the ESRB.

Mission and Role

The EBA aims to ensure a high quality, effective, and consistent level of regulation and supervision in the EU. It promotes financial system stability, market transparency, and the protection of depositors and investors. The EBA also works to prevent regulatory arbitrage and support international supervisory coordination.

The Bank Expert (Crisis Management) position is part of the EBA's role in developing and implementing recovery and resolution frameworks for cross-border banking groups. The expert will support resolution authorities, contribute to the development of technical standards and guidelines, and assist in the functioning of resolution colleges.

Main Responsibilities

• Contributing to the development and implementation of recovery and resolution tools for cross-border banking groups.
• Mapping best practices and resolution strategies for failing institutions.
• Promoting the effective functioning of resolution colleges and participating in their activities.
• Developing technical standards and guidelines related to crisis management.
• Supporting EBA internal committees and subgroups.
• Facilitating briefings for EBA representatives in meetings with external stakeholders.
• Preparing policy stances and providing policy advice on crisis management and resolution.
• Performing other related tasks as required.

Eligibility Criteria

General

• Fluency in one EU language and satisfactory knowledge of another.
• Nationality of an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway.
• Full citizen rights, fulfilled military service obligations, and physical fitness.

Specific

Qualifications

• A university diploma with at least one year of relevant professional experience (if the normal university education is 3 years), or
• A university diploma with no additional experience required (if the normal university education is 4 years or more).
• Qualifications must be recognized by EU or EEA authorities, or equivalent.

Professional Experience

• Minimum of 10 years (for a 3-year education) or 9 years (for a 4-year education) of full-time professional experience in financial regulation or supervision, with at least 3 years in a comparable role.

Language Skills

• Excellent knowledge of English (both written and spoken).
• Native English speakers must demonstrate proficiency in a second EU language.

Selection Criteria

• Experience in bank supervision and/or resolution.
• Proven knowledge of EU banking regulation, especially as it relates to cross-border banks.
• Experience in dealing with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Required competencies include:
  • Strong sense of responsibility, commitment, and cooperation.
  • Ability to analyze complex information and propose solutions.
  • Self-management and independence in work.
  • Teamwork and interpersonal skills.
  • Efficiency under time pressure.

Equal Opportunities

The EBA is committed to equal opportunities and will avoid discrimination in its recruitment process.

Selection Procedure

• The selection committee evaluates CVs, motivation letters, and eligibility grids.
• Shortlisted candidates may be invited to written tests and interviews.
• Written Tests (10 points, minimum 6 to pass): Conducted in English, assessing communication, knowledge, and drafting skills.
• Interviews (10 points, minimum 6 to pass): Held in English, evaluating suitability, knowledge, and motivation.
• Successful candidates are listed in order of merit, with the highest scorers being recruited. Those scoring 12 or above are placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2014.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract Type: Temporary fixed-term contract for three years, with a nine-month probation period and possible extension.
• Start Date: Expected to begin on 1 June 2014.
• Grade: AD 8, with an estimated monthly basic salary of €6,299.95.
• Employment Benefits:
  • Exempt from national tax; Community tax is applied.
  • Correction coefficient of 39.2% applies for the UK.
  • Possible entitlement to allowances based on family situation and origin (e.g., expatriation, household, child, education, etc.).
  • Annual leave: 2 days per month plus supplementary leave.
  • Access to EU pension, sickness, accident, unemployment, and invalidity schemes.
  • Travel insurance for missions.

Application Submission

• Applications must be submitted in English to vacancies@eba.europa.eu by 2 April 2014 at 12:00 noon (London time).
• Required documents: Europass CV, motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid.
• 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 the protection of personal data, ensuring confidentiality and security.

Appeal Procedure

• Candidates may appeal decisions through:
  • The European Union Civil Service Tribunal (within 3 months of notification).
  • The European Ombudsman (after exhausting internal administrative channels).
• Appeals to the Tribunal do not suspend the time limits for lodging complaints.