Intern

Purpose of Job

Business Development is an essential part of the business cycle to help ensure the sustainability of the Bank’s pipeline, to support its overall external visibility and to expand the Bank’s network across the regions and investor base. The set of business development deliverables requires a systematic strategic approach to outlook and planning; consistent leadership externally as well as internally across several teams; and constant innovation in respect of business development delivery products, channels, and formats.

The Business Development Unit, a resource embedded within the Banking Department and plays an integral role in supporting Banking teams in attracting new clients and in raising awareness of the Bank and its ability to deliver high quality projects. This is achieved, primarily, by identifying potential new business/client opportunities.

The BD consists of team in London, and EBRD representative office in Tokyo, Japan.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Support the Business Development (BD) managers in the effective promotion of the Bank's capabilities to its clients by facilitating business development activities, focusing on identifying new business opportunities,  and raising awareness of the Bank.
• To work closely together with BD managers in all aspects of coordination of marketing business development visits of EBRD senior management (includes President, First Vice President, Vice President Banking etc.)
• To research, analyse and prepare marketing materials for meetings (comprehensive Briefing Packs, presentations, etc);
• To provide research and in-depth background information on companies or sectors and to prepare supporting marketing materials such as presentations, pitch books, etc.
• To help coordinate the organisation of the business development events including Business Connect programme at the EBRD Annual Meetings (liaise with Banking teams to identify priority themes, programme, logistical arrangements, marketing materials, etc);
• To maintain and regularly update essential marketing materials (including but not limited to; presentations, pitch books, etc.);
• To maintain and timely updated existing Business Development databases (Client Dynamics, BTOR, Slides Library, BD intranet area, BD external webpage, etc;)
• To maintain accessibility and quality of relevant information and respond to information requests in a timely manner;

Knowledge, Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration or Finance
• Corporate and/or business development, marketing and research experience from a leading investment/merchant or commercial organisation.
• Preferred but not required: 1-2 years of corporate, business and/or research background with a reputable (financial) institution;
• Good understanding of finance and banking and a basic knowledge and understanding of key marketing principles;
• Previous experience with CRM platforms is highly desirable;
• Previous experience with intelligence platforms such as Orbis, FDI Markets, Factiva and MergerMarket would be useful;
• Positive demeanour, self-driven, initiator and with a ‘can-do' attitude with a feel for commercial opportunities and ability to establish a client relationship;
• Ability to prioritise, deliver quality work and services at all times, even under tight deadlines in a (sometimes) fast moving environment;
• An ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment across geographies and cultures;

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).