Analyst, TFPnew

Requisition ID	37107
Office Country	United Kingdom
Office City	London
Division	Banking Sectors
Contract Type	Regular
Contract Length
Posting End Date	16/10/2026

 

 

 

 

Purpose of Job

 

 

 

The Analyst contributes to all or any phases of the project cycle within the Trade Facilitation Programme (TFP), including project origination, structuring, execution, implementation and monitoring.

 

The Analyst may assist more senior TFP bankers in business/pipeline development and/or client relationship management.

 

The Analyst will take responsibility for the tasks assigned to him/her by the operation leader or a more senior banker, which may include undertaking comprehensive due diligence, including financial, market, integrity and EBRD policy compliance, as well as effective post-signing implementation and monitoring.

 

The Analyst carries out these tasks as part of a project team under the guidance of the operation leader or under the supervision/guidance of a more senior banker. 

 

The TFP team is primarily based in HQ and in addition to the head of the team includes 25 bankers and 3 administrative staff. At present, there are over 100 issuing banks in 28 countries participating in the Programme, working with over 800 confirming banks and their subsidiaries throughout the world. In 2024, the TFP supported more than 1,800 trade finance transactions with a total amount of €4.6 billion.

 

The project cycle within the TFP involves several stages from origination and establishment of TFP facilities to signing, followed by utilisation and monitoring whilst the TFP facilities are active and operational. All the stages involve different tasks such as business development, client relationship management, project due diligence analysis, structuring and approval, negotiation and signing of project agreements, utilisation and monitoring.

 

The role of the Analyst is to contribute, as a project team member, to all or any stages of the project cycle within the TFP. Under the guidance of the operation leader and/or more senior bankers, the Analyst performs those tasks assigned to him/her and provides support to the operation leader and the project team throughout the project cycle, with a particular emphasis on business development, client relationship management and utilisation and monitoring of the TFP facilities.

 

 

 

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

 

 

 

Business Development

 

• Assist the operation leader or a more senior banker, as required, with business development efforts;
• Assist the Head of TFP or operation leader in managing client relationships within an assigned geographical area to ensure the development of trade finance.

 

Structuring and Execution

 

• Work on transactions within the TFP, including all aspects of transaction structuring and execution, including background checks; analyse and evaluate potential risks related to the proposed transactions;
• Communicate with other internal units of the Bank and clients, at the operational level at all or any stages of the project cycle within the TFP;
• Support the operation leader or a more senior banker with origination and establishment of the TFP facilities, including tasks related to due diligence and drafting of specific assigned portions of Bank documents and correspondence;
• Ensure that all tasks assigned to the Analyst are completed within the specified time frames to a high quality and in line with the policies, procedures and objectives of the Bank.

 

Value Creation, Portfolio Monitoring and Reporting

 

• Support the operation leader or a more senior banker in the development and monitoring of TFP-related TC projects, including preparation of terms of reference and internal approval documentation, to ensure the know-how transfer supplements the utilisation of the TFP facilities;
• As requested by the operation leader or a more senior banker, undertake assigned tasks related to the monitoring of projects within the TFP, including checks of the transaction-specific documents to ensure compliance with the TFP agreements and related Bank procedures;
• Research, analyse and provide background information on developments on the international trade finance market, market trends, legal developments, etc.

 

The responsibilities of the Analyst are designed to allow the Analyst to progressively undertake more complex tasks and build the scope of responsibilities based on acquired experience and expertise.

 

 

 

Qualifications, Skills, Experience & Knowledge

 

• Bachelor’s degree. Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience in the areas of expertise.
• High customer orientation and strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven analytical skills, strong numerical and financial skills, with ability to interpret financial information.
• Computer literacy, conversant with Microsoft Office packages.
• Good understanding of relevant systems and processes.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member and to tight deadlines.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English.
• Good command over the local/country language is an advantage.
• Relevant commercial work experience, including knowledge of trade finance.
• Ability to operate sensitively in multicultural environments and build effective working relations with clients and colleagues.

 

 

 

What is it like to work at the EBRD? / About EBRD 

 

Our agile and innovative approach is what makes life at the EBRD a unique experience! You will be part of a pioneering and diverse international organisation, and use your talents to make a real difference to people's lives and help shape the future of the regions we invest in.  

 

At EBRD, our Values – Inclusiveness, Innovation, Trust, and Responsibility – are at the heart of how we work. We bring these to life through our Workplace Behaviours: listening well and speaking up, collaborating smartly, acting decisively with full commitment, and simplifying to amplify our impact. These principles shape our culture and define our success. We seek individuals who not only share these values but are also committed to embedding them in their daily work, fostering a positive and high-performing environment. 

 

The EBRD environment provides you with: 

• Varied, stimulating and engaging work that gives you an opportunity to interact with a wide range of experts in the financial, political, public and private sectors across the regions we invest in. 
• A working culture that embraces inclusion and celebrates diversity. Our workforce reflects a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, bringing fresh ideas, energy, and innovation and enhancing our ability to serve our clients, shareholders, and counterparties effectively.
• A hybrid workplace that offers flexibility to teams and individuals; that is based on trust, flexibility and connectedness. 
• An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do. 
• A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits. 

 

Diversity is one of the Bank’s core values which are at the heart of everything it does.  As such, the EBRD seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities and works in an inclusive environment. The EBRD encourages all qualified candidates who are nationals of the EBRD member countries to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, socio-economic background or disability.   

 

Please note, that due to the high volume of applications received, we regret to inform you that we are unable to provide detailed feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted (for further consideration).