Analyst, ESD

About the Position

Analyst, ESD

Posting Date: 3 Jul 2026

Location: London, GB

Company: EBRD

Requisition ID: 36892

Office Country: United Kingdom

Office City: London

Division: Environment & Sustainability

Contract Type: Regular

Posting End Date: 19/07/2026

The Analyst will support colleagues in the relevant ESD team to deliver the Bank’s commitments under its Environmental and Social Policy, covering environmental and social appraisal and monitoring of the Bank's portfolio of projects and activities in various sectors; oversight and verification of the Bank's approaches, assessments, monitoring, reporting and verification of environmental, social, green and other commitments relevant to ESDs mandate.

Within the Environmental and Sustainability Department, the Policy team is responsible for developing environmental and social standards, methodologies and tools and engaging in relevant policy engagement and outreach initiatives. The role will support the work of the team with a focus on climate change, Paris alignment and green finance attribution. The analyst will also undertake environmental and social appraisal of selected projects.

Responsibilities

• Work on a range of assigned projects, Technical Cooperation’s (TCs), and initiatives, as a team member and taking responsibility for assigned tasks and activities.
• Conducting ESD research, reviewing documents and strategies, conducting analytical, scientific, and technical reviews and appraisals, developing methodologies, monitoring outputs/outcomes, analysing and contributing to the management of data, drafting of internal and external publications.
• Support ESD/Bank staff in the coordination of meetings and events when required.
• Interact with several stakeholders on similar levels both internal to the Bank and externally under guidance of senior specialists/advisers. Liaise regularly with colleagues at all levels of ESD, both staff and consultants.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and procedures, including the streamlining, collection, management, and automation of data.
• Work in line with Bank’s Behavioural Competencies and Corporate Behaviours.

Requirements

• Core Skills:

  • Degree in environmental and/or social sciences, economics, engineering, or related field or comparable professional experience.
  • Knowledge of environmental and social risks.
  • Knowledge of international good practice environmental, social and climate standards/guidelines.
  • Familiarity of financing instruments, approaches and processes is an advantage.
  • Familiarity of some environmental and social thematic policy- and safeguards areas and the risks and impacts of various sectors.
  • Understanding of scientific, economic, and political dimensions of environmental and social issues. Ability to apply those to the assessment of EBRD investment projects.
  • Familiarity with the countries in which the Bank operates / plans to operate.
  • Effective time management and organisational skills and ability to multi-task without losing attention to detail.
  • Good interpersonal skills and an ability to work independently and within a team.
  • Research and analytical skills.
  • Proven analytical and quantitative skills.
  • Experience operating in a multicultural environment and build effective working relationships with internal/external clients and colleagues.

• Languages:

  • Excellent written and spoken English.
  • Familiarity with a language of the EBRD countries of operations would be advantageous and, for a resident office appointment, fluency in a local language will be required.

We Offer

• 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.

About the Company

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.

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).