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European Banking Authority (EBA) Summary

Core Information

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is an independent EU authority established on 1 January 2011 by Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010. It operates under the Official Journal of the European Union (L 331/12) and is part of the European System of Financial Supervision (ESFS). The EBA collaborates closely with other EU financial supervisory bodies such as EIOPA, ESMA, the Joint Committee, and the ESRB.

Mission and Objectives

The EBA aims to:

• Improve the functioning of the EU internal market
• Ensure high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision in banking, payments, and e-money sectors
• Promote public values such as financial system stability, market transparency, and protection of depositors and investors
• Prevent regulatory arbitrage and ensure a level playing field
• Strengthen international supervisory coordination and promote supervisory convergence
• Provide advice to EU institutions on banking-related governance, auditing, and financial reporting

Human Resources Specialist Position

Main Purpose

The Human Resources Specialist will provide organisational and administrative support in all HR areas, including:

• Employment cycle (recruitment, selection, termination)
• Personnel and HR administration (rights, entitlements, leave management)
• Payroll and personnel budget management

Main Responsibilities

1. Employment Cycle Support

   • Organise and administer recruitment and selection processes
   • Maintain recruitment documentation and statistics
   • Manage personal files and HR database

2. Personnel and HR Administration

   • Assist in setting up individual rights and entitlements
   • Provide consultancy on HR-related rights and obligations
   • Serve as a focal point for internal and external HR queries
   • Manage leave and absences, including unpaid, maternity, parental, and special leaves
   • Coordinate with external interim staff providers
   • Develop HR guidelines, policies, and procedures
   • Ensure timely communication of HR rule changes
   • Support financial aspects of HR activities

3. Payroll and Budget Management

   • Administer monthly payroll and individual entitlements
   • Prepare salary payment documentation with PMO
   • Monitor personnel budget spending
   • Assist in budget planning and year-end closure
   • Handle payroll and expense administration

Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

• Fluency in one EU language and satisfactory knowledge of another

• Nationality of an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway

• Full citizen rights and completion of military service obligations

• Physical fitness for the role

• Criminal record certificate and medical examination required

Professional Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of higher education (university studies)
• Qualifications must be issued by EU/EEA authorities or recognized as equivalent

Professional Experience

• At least 3 years of full-time professional experience in HR, recruitment, payroll, or related fields
• Experience from the date of obtaining the required diploma up to the application deadline

Language Skills

• Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken)
• Native English speakers must demonstrate second language proficiency
• Knowledge of other EU official languages is advantageous

Competencies

• Customer-oriented attitude
• Strong sense of responsibility, commitment, and cooperation
• Proactive approach
• Ability to manage workload and support the team
• Efficient work under time pressure
• IT skills (MS Office, HR tools like Allegro)

Equal Opportunities

The EBA applies an equal opportunities policy and ensures no discrimination in recruitment.

Selection Procedure

1. Shortlisting: Based on CV, motivation letter, and eligibility grid
2. Written Tests: Conducted in English, score of at least 6 out of 10 required
3. Interviews: Conducted in English, score of at least 6 out of 10 required
4. Final Selection: Candidates are ranked by merit, with top scorers recruited and those scoring 12 or above placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2013

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract Type: Fixed-term agent contract (3 years), with a 9-month probation period and possible extension
• Start Date: Expected 1 September 2013
• Function Group and Grade: Group IV, estimated monthly basic salary of €3,145.45
• Employment Benefits:
  • Exempt from national tax, subject to Community tax
  • Correction coefficient of 34.4% for UK-based staff
  • Various allowances (expatriation, household, child, education, installation)
  • Annual leave: 2 days per month plus additional days based on age, grade, and distance from origin
  • Access to EU Pension Scheme after 10 years
  • Sickness, accident, and unemployment insurance
  • Travel insurance for missions

Application Submission

• Documents Required: Europass CV, motivation letter, and eligibility criteria grid
• Language: All documents must be in English
• Deadline: 20 June 2013 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

Applications are processed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001, ensuring confidentiality and security of personal data.

Appeal Procedure

• Complaint to Selection Committee: Within 20 days of notification, with reference to the selection procedure number
• Appeal to EU Civil Service Tribunal: Within 3 months of notification, under Article 90(2) and 91 of the Staff Regulations
• Judicial Appeal: Under Article 270 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the EU
• European Ombudsman: Complaints must be preceded by internal administrative steps

For more information, visit the EBA website: www.eba.europa.eu