Principal, SME F&D Grants Unit (London, GB)
Site
United Kingdom, England, London
Sector:
Nonprofit/Community/Social Services/International Cooperation
Role:
Other
Date of last update: 2026-02-04 (Expiry date: 2026-02-17)
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Company presentation
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development was founded in 1991 when communism was crumbling in Europe and ex-Soviet countries needed support to nurture a new private sector and democracy. Today we invest to help build market economies from central Europe to central Asia and the southern and eastern Mediterranean. We are now the largest single investor in our region. Owned by 69 countries and two intergovernmental institutions, we provide project financing for banks, industries and businesses. We also work with publicly owned companies to support privatisation, restructure state-owned firms and improve municipal services. Wherever we are active, we promote policies that bolster the business climate.
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Requisition ID
36431
Office Country
United Kingdom
Office City
London
Division
Banking Sectors
Contract Type
Regular
Contract Length
Posting End Date
17/02/2026
Purpose of Job
The Principal is responsible for assisting with the fundraising activity of the Unit, overseeing new product development initiatives, managing selected donor relationships, with a focus on the EU, to mobilise funding, and ensure timely reporting. In addition, the Principal plays a key role in enabling the SME F&D Grants team to achieve annual targets by undertaking a range of activities, such as: i) assisting in the development of strategies to cover the different aspects of the group's work and the necessary funding, ii) reviewing market and product development activities and business development, iii) conducting quality assurance, iv) contribute to the internal approval procedures for the use of grants resources from the Grants Review Unit (GRU) v) participate in planning, designing, procuring, facilitating implementation, monitoring and reporting on TC- or Bank-funded consultancy assignments and on non-TC grants, blended with financing.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Supervise day-to-day SME F&D Grants activities to ensure team objectives to be achieved.
- Oversee the successful development of programmes and products that involve key stakeholders from across the bank, donors, and the relative fund raising
- Establish and sustain good relations with selected donors, with a particular specialisation on the EU, and other stakeholders to develop funding proposals.
- Manage timely production of reports on programmes to inform funding donors on progress and impact.
- Work with country teams to design and review new products, new programmes or multi-country initiatives to maximise the transition impact and sustainability of TC and non-TC projects.
- Conduct quality assurance and due diligence to ensure effective management and delivery of TC and non-TC project portfolio, especially in view of the EFSD+
- Manage delivery of special initiatives such as thematic or regional programmes that for instance require coordination between SME F&D country teams and regions and/or partnership with other teams in the Bank.
- Assist and coordinate the internal approval process procedures for the use of grants resources from the Grants Review Unit (GRU).
- Contribute to the development of global communication and visibility material to promote SME F&D activities to internal and external stakeholders.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Education/Professional qualifications
Strong academic background with relevant Master's degree (Economics, MBA, MPA, International Development etc.) from a leading university in the country of education.
Experience
- Relevant professional experience, preferably gained from an IFI, the EU, development organisation, commercial management consultancy or bank, donor organisation, or international support programme.
- Knowledge of donor funded work, donor organisations and experience in donor fund mobilisation desirable, particularly specialised knowledge of the EU
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think creatively, Ability to multi-task and react quickly.
Skills
- Strong analytical skills and ability to draw insightful conclusions.
- Strong numerical skills, experience in impact measurement and assessments or similar (econometric analysis); experience working with databases desirable.
- Strong writing skills; experience in writing reports and donor proposals desirable.
- Strong interpersonal skills, ability to interface with multi-country teams.
- Fluency in English, both written and verbal. Fluency in Russian, French, as well as other languages of countries of operations would be an advantage.
- Computer literate: excellent knowledge of Excel, Power Point and SAP, knowledge of STATA or similar systems desirable, ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Business / financial analytical skills, with the ability to interpret accounts, understanding of local accounting principles and practice of company financial analysis desirable.
- A developing track record in managing processes and different teams in order to successfully bring programmes and products from the ?drawing board to the market?.
General
- Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of the EBRD mandate, passionate about private sector development.
- Ability to work in multi-cultural environment.
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).
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Working hours (%): 80-100% / 100%
80-100% / 100%Type of contract: Staff (Permanent and Fixed Term)
Macro-area: Western and Central Europe without Switzerland
Level of experience: Professional, 3 to 5 years
Area of work Definition: Banking and Finance
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Division
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Contract Length
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- Ability to provide inputs under, at times, short deadlines.
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- Familiarity with the region of operations of the EBRD would be an advantage.
- Experience of work on the economies of Sub-Saharan Africa or Iraq would be an advantage
- Experience of working with economic datasets and knowledge of mathematical and statistical software packages would be an advantage
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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.
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- 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.
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- A workplace that prioritises employee wellbeing and provides a comprehensive suite of competitive benefits.
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Requisition ID
36445
Office Country
United Kingdom
Office City
London
Division
Internal Audit
Contract Type
Regular
Contract Length
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22/02/2026
Purpose of Job
The Principal, Audit Manager (CSG) leads and coordinates audit activities across multiple business functions, applying strong influencing, communication and relationship building skills to secure stakeholder engagement and support effective audit delivery. They convey complex audit issues with clarity, tailoring messages to diverse and senior audiences, and establish constructive relationships that enable open dialogue and collaboration. Operating with a high degree of autonomy, they guide multidisciplinary audit teams?including guest auditors and co-sourced staff?providing direction and feedback to ensure high-quality and timely outputs. The role also requires sound judgement and the ability to navigate sensitive or complex situations with diplomacy, shaping outcomes that support strong governance and effective risk management across the Bank.
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Background
The Board of Directors established IAD as part of its oversight role. IAD, as a trusted independent third line of defence, and in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors' International Professional Practices Framework, provides timely risk-based and objective assurance and advice to Executive Management and the Board of Directors on the adequacy and effectiveness of the EBRD's risk and control framework. IAD aspires to be a function of excellence, valued by stakeholders for insights and foresight, objective assurance and advice.
Facts / Scale
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The Principal, Audit Manager has no budget or line management responsibilities. They are expected to supervise other team members, guest auditors and/or external consultants in performing assigned tasks/projects as delegated by the IAD leadership team. In doing so, they provide formal supervision and coaching to audit teams.
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Innovates within the function, solving complex or ambiguous internal audit problems.
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Experience engaging with senior stakeholders, including the ability to challenge constructively and influence outcomes in sensitive or complex situations
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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;
- An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
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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).
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United Kingdom, England, London - European Bank for Reconstruction &; Development
Requisition ID
36444
Office Country
United Kingdom
Office City
London
Division
Internal Audit
Contract Type
Regular
Contract Length
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Continuously monitors and assesses organisational, risk and control developments in their assigned portfolio of coverage (?business monitoring?).
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Independently plans and executes audit engagements and business monitoring work with minimal supervision to the quality standards expected by the IIA.
-
Effectively supervises multi-disciplinary teams, guest auditors and external consultants, and provides timely, open and constructive performance feedback. Takes accountability for all aspects of the end product, ensuring that work adheres to schedules and is completed to the required standard.
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Develops and manages open and constructive working relationships with stakeholders.
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Delivers engagements and activities in in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors' standards, Code of Ethics, and related guidance.
-
Proactively supports other departmental initiatives and deliverables as assigned, including developing annual work plans, regular reporting to the Board of Directors, ad hoc advisory engagements, and departmental improvements.
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Academic/professional qualifications
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Experience engaging with senior stakeholders, including the ability to challenge constructively and influence outcomes in sensitive or complex situations
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Post‑qualification experience across banking, risk management and/or compliance, sufficient to provide authoritative insight into assigned activities.
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Proven ability to work across diverse business areas, quickly developing an understanding of new products, processes and risks.
Technical and personal skills
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex audit issues clearly and concisely to senior and diverse audiences in complex political environments.
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Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive discussions with diplomacy and sound judgement, promoting openness and productive dialogue.
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Strategic & Analytical Capability
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-
Ability to apply data driven analysis and digital tools in audit work to enhance insights and coverage.
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Technical Audit Expertise
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Ability to innovate and apply professional judgement to resolve complex, ambiguous or novel audit challenges.
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Effective team leader in a matrix environment, capable of motivating multidisciplinary teams?including guest auditors and co sourcing resources?to deliver high quality outputs to agreed timelines.
-
Demonstrates resilience, adaptability and self-management, maintaining performance under pressure and adjusting to evolving priorities.
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Champions the EBRD's Behavioural Competencies: Collaborate Smartly, Speak Up and Listen Well, Simplify to Amplify, and Act Decisively.
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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.
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;
- An environment that places sustainability, equality and digital transformation at the heart of what we do.
Diversity is one of the Bank's core values which are at the heart of everything it does. A diverse workforce with the right knowledge and skills enables connection with our clients, brings pioneering ideas, energy and innovation. The EBRD staff is characterised by its rich diversity of nationalities, cultures and opinions and we aim to sustain and build on this strength. 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, sexual orientation or disabilities. As an inclusive employer, we promote flexible working and expecting our employee to attend the office 50% of their working time.
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).
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2026-02-09 2026-02-22
Associate, Corporate Legal (London, GB)
United Kingdom, England, London - European Bank for Reconstruction &; Development
Requisition ID
36427
Office Country
United Kingdom
Office City
London
Division
Office of the General Counsel
Contract Type
Fixed Term
Contract Length
3 years
Posting End Date
19/02/2026
Purpose of Job
The Associate is a member of the Corporate team of the Office of the General Counsel (?OGC?).
The Associate supports the Corporate Team within OGC by assisting the members of such team in the provision of all relevant legal services in their areas of responsibility (primarily employment and institutional matters), ensuring the highest standards of documentation, protection of EBRD's interests and compliance with EBRD's mandate, policies, and procedures.
Typical responsibilities of the Corporate Team include: dealing with contentious staff matters under international administrative law; providing advice on the development and implementation of EBRD's internal employment law as well as other institutional policies and directives, providing advice and making representations on EBRD's status as an international organisation and the application of its privileges and immunities.
Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Provides specialist legal advice in a multi-disciplinary operational team with a view to protect EBRD's interests and ensure compliance with EBRD's internal policies. Assists counsel in all aspects of their work. On simple matters advises clients under the general supervision of counsel and on more complex matters under their close supervision.
- Drafts, reviews, comments on and negotiates legal documentation, subject to further review and comments from counsel, with a view to eliminate legal risks and ensure adherence to EBRD standards. Analyses legal risks and recommends solutions for the consideration of counsel.
- Monitors and reviews the work of outside counsel within the framework agreed with counsel. Carries out the initial review of their work products and discusses comments with counsel.
- Develops and preserves thorough knowledge of EBRD's internal policies, procedures and templates with a view to ensure compliance of activities with such policies, procedures and templates. Follows up on legal developments in jurisdictions where EBRD operates.
- Follows up on the deliverables and deadlines for a portfolio of activities in order to ensure their timely completion. Identifies and flags potential threats in a timely manner to avoid delays.
- Is a primary point of contact for small scale standard activities, with guidance from counsel where needed.
- Conducts legal research, as instructed by counsel.
- Where applicable, assists counsel in carrying out OGC led activities.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications
A law degree from a leading university in his or her home country and a post graduate law degree from a leading university, or work experience gained, in each case, in a country other than his or her home country.
A good knowledge of and an interest for:
- matters relating to privileges and immunities of international organisations (exemption from taxation, archival immunity, jurisdictional immunity, etc?) and of other matters typically falling within the remit of the Corporate team of the legal service of an international organisation (governance issues, assistance to the office of the Secretary General);
- international administrative law and the law applicable to the employment relationship between an international organisation and its staff members
- Typically a minimum of 3 years and a maximum of 5 years of legal post-qualification experience or equivalent legal experience. Legal experience in the Bank's countries/regions of operations is preferable. Prior experience in an international financial institution or international organisation would be an asset.
- Excellent command of written and spoken English. Additional highly preferred languages include Arabic, French, Russian and Ukrainian.
- Demonstrated readiness to work in the Bank's countries/regions of operations and a keen interest in international development.
- Excellent project management skills, ability to monitor and follow up on many activities concurrently under time constraints and ability to understand and manage priorities. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to explain legal matters and provide guidance in resolving legal issues.
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).
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2026-02-06 2026-02-19
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