We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader for the position of Managing Director, Corporate Strategy. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and advancing the Bank’s strategic direction, collaborating closely with key departments across the organization. A key focus of this position is cultivating and managing relationships within the global and European financial sectors, while introducing innovative strategies and ideas that support the Bank’s mission.

You will lead a dedicated team of 11 professionals, including staff based at our headquarters and in the Brussels Office. Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring seamless coordination between departments to support the Bank’s transition mandate and long-term goals. As a member of the Executive Committee (ExCom) and the Strategy and Policy Committee (SPCom), you will play a central role in shaping the Bank’s overall strategy and decision-making processes.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to drive strategic change and influence the future of the Bank, with a focus on innovation and collaboration across all areas of the institution.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Accountable for leading the development of Bank’s strategic direction for approval by ExCom, the Board and Governors
Responsible for advancing the strategic priorities of the Bank, both long and short-term, in partnership with various departments across the Bank.
Provides leadership on special time-bound initiatives of (i) high importance to EBRD in support of the Bank’s long-term strategic direction and/ or (ii) of cross cutting nature.
Leads the Bank’s positioning within in the Global and European Financial Architecture, including institutional relations with key participants such as the EU institutions, other Multilateral Development Banks, the G7, the G20 and special initiative groups.
Partnering with and influencing across the Bank, especially to collectively implement the ambitions of the SCF.
Horizon scans to identify opportunities and challenges for the Bank, ensuring options are considered by management and acted upon, and align departments on implementation.
Key advisor to the President, inputting thought leadership on the Bank’s strategic positioning.
Directly accountable for the engagement and effective overall management of Corporate Strategy staff including recruitment, compensation, performance management, coaching and development.
General corporate responsibilities as member of ExCom and SPCom.
Champions and role models the Bank’s Behavioural Competencies and Workplace Behaviours, ensuring adherence within the team(s) so that the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct are exhibited at all times.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Degree or post graduate degree, or equivalent experience.
Highly developed strategic thinking skills allied with a sense of realism and an ability to translate strategic concepts and general policy direction into implementation plans.
Proven professional track record in international finance and development, as well as international or national public experience at a senior executive level.
A profound understanding of the Bank’s mandate, organisation and capabilities, together with in-depth insight into policy issues, especially those pertaining to the Bank’s countries of operations.
Decisiveness, political acumen and persuasiveness.
Highly developed negotiation skills proven to yield positive outcomes with senior counterparts, both internal and external.
Strong leadership and communication skills and the personal authority to effectively harness the cooperation of key stakeholders across the Bank.
Strong team management skills and commitment to ongoing development of self and team and continuous improvement to inspire a collective sense of achievement.

Please note that we are working with an external search firm in the recruitment for this position. By applying for this position you are consenting to your details being shared with this third party.

What is it like to work at the 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.

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).

We offer:

We believe that hard work deserves great rewards. We offer competitive base salaries and annual performance-based bonuses. Permanent staff can enjoy addition benefits such as medical insurance, generous and flexible annual leave options, retirement benefits, reduced gym membership rates and staff discounts at a wide array of retailers. We recognise the challenges of working far from home, so if you move from another country to take up a post with us, we’ll help by providing ongoing assistance and relocation allowance.

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