The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has achieved a vast amount in our 20-year history. Supporting the transition towards open market-oriented economies, committed to and applying the principles of multiparty democracy and pluralism, the EBRD has become the largest financial investor in its countries of operation. These are the 29 emerging markets of central and Eastern Europe, including the Russian Federation, and central Asia, including Mongolia.

Recently, the EBRD has also been asked by its members to extend its activities to the countries of the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean (in particular Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia and Jordan) following the ‘Arab Spring’.

Ultimately, our work aims to make people’s lives better. Be part of it.


About the role
The Office of the General Counsel is at the core of EBRD’s efforts in delivering under its mandate to support the transition to open market-oriented economies in its countries of operations. As counsel in the unit providing legal support for all aspects of EBRD’s administrative and corporate functions, you’ll provide expert legal advice on administrative, human resources and corporate work. Your particular focus will be on drafting and negotiating supplier contracts, but you may also be asked to advise on the development of personnel policies and be involved in staff grievances and disciplinary procedures. As we expand our regions to include the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean, it’s an exciting prospect.

About you
In addition to a law degree from a leading university in your home country, you’ll need at least five years’ professional experience in civil and common law – and either this or your postgraduate qualification will have been gained in another country. The right to practise in at least one jurisdiction is essential, as is an interest in public international / international administrative law and the workings of an international organisation. You’ll also bring us a proven ability to draft and negotiate legal documents in English and, ideally, you’ll possess language skills relevant to our regions of operation. You’ll certainly demonstrate the capacity to meet challenging deadlines and work well as part of a team in a multicultural environment.

About us
Owned by 61 countries, the EU and the European Investment Bank, the EBRD supports projects whose funding needs cannot be fully met by the market. We have operations in 29 countries from Central Europe to Central Asia and we are currently taking steps towards expanding into the Southern and Eastern Mediterranean. Our work covers a huge variety of sectors and projects. And while each one of them is unique in the challenges it presents, all share the common goals of encouraging private investment and promoting secure and stable market economies.

How to apply
For a more comprehensive job description and details of how to apply, visit www.ebrdjobs.com. The deadline for applications is 9 January 2012.