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EBA Policy Expert Position Summary

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU authority established in 2011 by Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010 and amended by Regulation (EU) No 1022/2013. It operates as part of the European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) and collaborates closely with other EU financial regulators such as EIOPA and ESMA. The EBA is currently seeking a Policy Expert with a quantitative background to join its Credit, Market and Operational Risk Policy Unit in London.

Main Responsibilities

• Participation in Working Groups: Engage in EBA working groups and represent the EBA at a technical level.
• Quantitative Support: Provide quantitative and economic analysis to support the EBA's regulatory activities in market risk, market infrastructure, and OTC derivatives.
• External Consultations: Facilitate external consultations, implementation studies, training, and impact assessments for guidelines and technical standards.
• Administrative Support: Offer administrative assistance when needed.
• Additional Tasks: Perform other duties as required by the Head of the Credit, Market and Operational Risk Policy 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 military service obligations.

• Physical Fitness: Must be physically fit to perform the duties.

• Education: At least three years of university-level education in economics, business administration, statistics, mathematics, or a related field.

• Recognition of Qualifications: Must be recognized by EU or EEA authorities or deemed equivalent by them.

• Professional Experience: Minimum of 3 years of full-time professional experience in bank regulation, supervision, or similar roles in the banking sector.

• Language Skills: Excellent English proficiency (written and spoken). Native English speakers must prove second language skills.

2. Selection Criteria

• Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of banking regulation, especially in market risk and market infrastructure.

• Applied Financial Theory: Proven understanding of applied financial theory.

• Technical Writing: Experience in drafting technical reports, policies, and regulations.

• Advantages:

  • Experience in European, multicultural, or international environments.
  • Knowledge of financial instrument valuation, including options and derivatives.
  • Experience in data analysis using statistical software like SAS and Stata.

3. Competencies

• Workload Management: Ability to manage workload independently.
• Flexibility and Learning: Fast learner and adaptable.
• Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Teamwork and Time Management: Strong interpersonal skills and efficient performance under time pressure.

Equal Opportunities

The EBA ensures equal opportunities and avoids discrimination in its recruitment processes.

Selection Procedure

• Shortlisting: Based on CV, motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid.
• Written Tests: Conducted in English, testing communication, knowledge, and drafting skills. Minimum score: 6/10.
• Interviews: Held in English, assessing suitability, knowledge, and motivation. Minimum score: 6/10.
• Recruitment: Candidates with the highest scores are recruited. Those scoring 12 or above are placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2014.
• Confidentiality: Selection committee decisions are strictly confidential. Contact with members is forbidden.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract Type: Temporary fixed-term contract of three years, with a nine-month probation period and possible extension.
• Start Date: Expected to start on 16 September 2014.
• Grade: AD 6.
• Salary: Estimated monthly basic salary of €4960.64 (tax-exempt, with Community tax at source).
• Benefits: Includes expatriation allowance, household allowance, dependent child allowance, education allowance, and others based on family and origin.
• Leave: 2 days of annual leave per calendar month, plus supplementary home leave.
• Insurance: Coverage under the EU Pension Scheme, sickness and accident insurance, unemployment and invalidity allowance, and travel insurance for missions.

Application Submission

• Documents Required: CV in Europass format, motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid.
• Language: All documents must be in English.
• Deadline: 18 July 2014 at 12:00 noon London time.
• Submission Address: vacancies@eba.europa.eu.
• Note: Only complete applications will be considered. Supporting documents (e.g., ID, diplomas) are not required at this stage.

Data Protection

• Regulation: Applications are processed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001 on data protection and privacy.
• Confidentiality: Ensures the confidentiality and security of personal data.

Appeal Procedure

• Complaints: Candidates can file complaints under Article 90(2) of the Staff Regulations within 3 months of being notified of an adverse decision.
• Appeals: Judicial appeals can be submitted to the European Union Civil Service Tribunal under Article 270 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU.
• Ombudsman: Complaints can also be directed to the European Ombudsman, but they do not suspend the time limits for formal complaints or appeals.
• Time Limits: Start from the date of notification of the act that allegedly prejudices the candidate's interests.

Contact Information

• EBA Vacancies: vacancies@eba.europa.eu
• European Ombudsman: 1 Avenue du Président Robert Schuman, CS 30403, 67001 Strasbourg Cedex, France
• EU Civil Service Tribunal: Boulevard Konrad Adenauer, Luxembourg 2925

For further details, visit the EBA website: www.eba.europa.eu