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EBA Legal Officer Position Summary

Overview

The European Banking Authority (EBA), established on 1 January 2011 by Regulation (EC) No. 1093/2010, is an independent EU authority that plays a key role in enhancing the functioning of the EU internal market. It focuses on ensuring high-quality, effective, and consistent regulation and supervision in banking, payments, and e-money sectors, while promoting financial stability, transparency, and consumer protection. The EBA collaborates closely with other European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs), including EIOPA and ESMA, as part of the European Systemic Risk Board (ESRB) framework.

Core Responsibilities

The Legal Officer position is located in the Policy Analysis and Coordination Unit of the EBA and involves:

• Providing legal analysis and support for the development of binding technical standards, guidelines, recommendations, and opinions.
• Supporting oversight activities in dispute resolution and mediation, including drafting supervisory recommendations.
• Conducting legal analysis of financial regulatory and supervisory proposals.
• Participating in EBA working groups and cooperating with other ESAs.
• Performing other related tasks as assigned by the Head of the Unit.

Eligibility Criteria

General Requirements

• Proficiency in at least one EU language and satisfactory knowledge in another.
• Nationality of an EU Member State, Iceland, Liechtenstein, or Norway.
• Full citizen rights and no criminal record.
• Compliance with military service obligations.
• Physical fitness for the role.

Specific Requirements

1.2.1 Qualifications

Candidates must hold a law degree and have at least:

• Option A: 3 years of university education with at least 1 year of relevant professional experience.
• Option B: 4 years of university education with no additional professional experience required.

1.2.2 Professional Experience

• Option A: Minimum of 7 years of full-time professional experience after obtaining the degree.
• Option B: Minimum of 6 years of full-time professional experience after obtaining the degree.

1.2.3 Language Skills

• Excellent knowledge of English (written and spoken).

Selection Criteria

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Proven knowledge of EU banking regulation.
• Experience in drafting regulatory-related documents (memos, briefings, etc.).
• Legal analysis experience in financial regulatory and supervisory proposals.
• Experience working in a legal department dealing with financial legislation.
• Experience engaging with a wide range of stakeholders.

Desirable qualifications include:

• Experience providing legal advice to senior management.
• Experience in cross-border banking group supervision and supervisory colleges.

Required Skills

• Experience in an EU/multicultural/international environment.
• Ability to manage workload independently.
• Strong sense of responsibility.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork and efficiency under pressure.

Equal Opportunities

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

Selection Procedure

The process includes:

1. Establishment of the Selection Committee
2. Analysis of Application Documents: CV, motivation letter, and eligibility grid.
3. Shortlisting: Candidates may be invited for written tests and interviews.
   • Written Test: Conducted in English, assesses drafting skills. Minimum score: 6/10.
   • Interview: Conducted in English, evaluates suitability, experience, and motivation. Minimum score: 6/10.
4. Final Selection: Successful candidates are ranked by merit. The top candidate is recruited, and those scoring 12 or above are placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2013.

Appointment and Employment Conditions

• Contract Type: Temporary agent fixed-term contract of 3 years with a 6-month probation period and possible extension.
• Expected Start Date: 1 May 2013.
• Grade: AD 7.
• Estimated Monthly Salary: €5,568.11 (basic salary, tax-exempt with Community tax at source).
• Benefits: Includes expatriation allowance, household allowance, dependent child allowance, education allowance, and others based on family situation and origin.
• Leave Entitlement: 2 days per calendar month plus additional days based on age, grade, and distance from origin.
• Insurance: EU Pension Scheme, sickness and accident insurance, unemployment and invalidity allowance, and travel insurance for missions.

Place of Employment

EBA offices in London, United Kingdom.

Application Submission

Applications must be submitted in English by 8 March 2013 at 12:00 noon London time to vacancies@eba.europa.eu. Required documents include:

• Europass format CV
• Motivation letter
• Eligibility criteria grid

Only complete applications will be considered. Supporting documents (e.g., ID, diplomas) should not be sent at this stage.

Data Protection

The EBA processes personal data in compliance with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001, ensuring confidentiality and security.

Appeal Procedure

Candidates may appeal decisions through:

• Internal Review: Within 20 days of notification to the Chairman of the Selection Committee.
• EU Civil Service Tribunal: Within 45 days of receiving the letter.
• European Ombudsman: Within 3 months of notification of the adverse decision.

Note: Appeals to the Civil Service Tribunal are only possible if the selection board's procedures were violated. The Ombudsman's complaints do not suspend the appeal period.