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EBA Summary: Junior Policy Expert (Impact Assessment)

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU authority established on 1 January 2011 under Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010, with subsequent amendments by Regulation (EU) No 122/2013. It is part of the European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) and works closely with other EU financial regulators such as EIOPA and ESMA.

The EBA aims to improve the functioning of the EU internal market by ensuring high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision in the areas of banking, payments, e-money, and related corporate governance, auditing, and financial reporting. It promotes financial stability, market transparency, and the protection of depositors and investors, while preventing regulatory arbitrage and ensuring a level playing field.

Main Responsibilities

The Junior Policy Expert (Impact Assessment) will support the EBA's regulatory, oversight, and consumer protection activities by:

• Conducting impact assessments for guidelines, recommendations, opinions, and binding technical standards.
• 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.
• Performing economic analysis of proposed technical standards and supervisory recommendations.
• Executing other related tasks 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: Obligations fulfilled.
• Physical Fitness: Fit to perform duties.
• Documentation: Must provide a certificate of no criminal record and pass a medical examination.

2. Specific Qualifications

• Education: At least three years of university studies in economics or a related field, with a diploma.
• Recognition: Qualifications must be from EU/EEA authorities or recognized as equivalent.
• International Recognition: If studies were abroad, the qualification must be recognized by an EU/EEA authority.

3. Professional Experience

• Experience: At least 3 years of full-time professional experience in bank regulation, banking supervision, or economic research.
• Timeframe: From the date of diploma award to the application deadline.
• PhD Consideration: PhD studies may count as professional experience if they were on a paid basis (e.g., study grant or internship grant), up to a maximum of three years.

4. Language Skills

• English: Excellent knowledge is required, both written and spoken.
• Second Language: Native English speakers must prove proficiency in a second EU language.

5. Selection Criteria

• Knowledge: Proven knowledge of EU banking regulation.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in dealing with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Writing Skills: Experience in drafting policy, regulation, or economic-related documents.
• Economic Analysis: Professional experience in microeconomic analysis of financial regulation or supervision.

6. Competencies

• Experience in an EU, multicultural, or international environment.
• Ability to manage workload independently.
• Flexibility and fast learning.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong team spirit and interpersonal skills.
• Efficiency under time pressure.

Equal Opportunities

The EBA is committed to equal opportunities and will avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures.

Selection Procedure

The selection process includes:

1. Establishment of a Selection Committee.
2. Analysis of Application Documents (CV, motivation letter, eligibility grid).
3. Shortlisting and possible invitation for written tests and interviews.

• Written Tests: Conducted in English, assessing communication, knowledge, and drafting skills. Minimum score: 6/10.
• Interviews: Held in English, evaluating suitability, professional knowledge, and motivation. Minimum score: 6/10.
• Final Score: Candidates with a total score of 12 or above will be placed on a reserve list, valid until 31 December 2014. Inclusion does not guarantee recruitment.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract Type: Temporary fixed-term contract of three years with a nine-month probation period and possible extension.
• Starting Date: Expected to be 1 May 2014, though a short notice start is possible.
• Grade: AD 6.
• Salary: Estimated monthly basic salary of €4,921.28, subject to a correction coefficient of 39.2% for the UK.
• Benefits:
  • Exempt from national tax; Community tax at source applies.
  • Potential entitlements to allowances (expatriation, household, dependent child, etc.).
  • Annual leave: 2 days per calendar month, plus supplementary home leave.
  • EU Pension Scheme after 10 years of service.
  • EU Joint Sickness and Insurance Scheme, accident and occupational disease insurance.
  • Unemployment and invalidity allowance.
  • Travel insurance for missions.

Place of Employment

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

Application Submission

• Documents Required: CV in Europass format, motivation letter, and eligibility grid.
• Language: All documents must be in English.
• Deadline: 14 March 2014 at 12:00 noon London time.
• Submission Address: vacancies@eba.europa.eu
• Notes:
  • Only complete applications will be considered.
  • Professional experience is counted from the date of diploma award.
  • Supporting documents (e.g., diplomas, ID cards) are not required at this stage.
  • Applicants are advised not to wait until the last minute to avoid submission issues.

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:

• EU Civil Service Tribunal: For complaints under Articles 90(2) and 91 of the Staff Regulations.
• European Ombudsman: For complaints under Article 195(1) of the Treaty establishing the European Community.

Important Notes:

• Appeals must be lodged within 3 months of being notified of the adverse decision.
• The EBA cannot amend decisions of the selection board.
• Appeals to the Ombudsman must be preceded by administrative approaches to the relevant institution.