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VACANCY NOTICE: EXPERT (ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING)

Core Content

The European Banking Authority (EBA) is seeking a Seconded National Expert (SNE) in the field of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) for a period of 12 to 24 months, with the possibility of extension. The position is based in Paris, France, starting from 1 March 2019, although the EBA's current offices are in London, United Kingdom.

The expert will be part of the Conduct, Payments and Consumers Unit within the Banking Markets, Innovations and Consumers Department. The role is crucial for supporting the EBA's regulatory and supervisory efforts in AML/CFT, promoting supervisory convergence, and ensuring a consistent application of the single rulebook across the EU.

Main Purpose

The expert will contribute to:

• Enhancing the single rulebook in AML/CFT;
• Developing technical standards, guidelines, opinions, or reports;
• Conducting on-site and off-site reviews of national supervisory approaches;
• Supporting investigations into breaches of Union law;
• Facilitating external consultations, training, and impact assessments;
• Promoting cooperation among AML/CFT authorities;
• Contributing to other Unit activities such as consumer protection and retail payments.

Main Responsibilities

• Preparing policy stances and advice;
• Supporting guideline and standard development;
• Conducting reviews and investigations;
• Representing the EBA externally;
• Facilitating consultations and training;
• Producing robust and transparent deliverables;
• Fostering cooperation across EU member states;
• Contributing to related activities in the Unit.

Requirements

Eligibility Criteria

• Nationality: Must be a national of an EU Member State, an EFTA Member State (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland), or a country with which the EU has opened accession negotiations and a specific agreement on secondments.
• Citizenship Rights: Must be entitled to full rights as a citizen.
• Language Proficiency:
  • Excellent knowledge of English (working language of the EBA);
  • Thorough knowledge of one EU official language;
  • Satisfactory knowledge of another EU official language.
• Employment: Must be employed by:
  • A member of the European System of Financial Supervision (ESFS);
  • A country with which the EU has opened accession negotiations and a specific agreement on secondments;
  • A public intergovernmental organisation.
• Experience: At least 12 months of full-time professional experience with the employer before secondment.

Selection Criteria

• Education: Minimum of three years of university studies (diploma required).
• Professional Experience: At least three years of full-time experience in AML/CFT policy, supervision, or enforcement, or one year in FATF, MoneyVal, or similar evaluations.
• Language Level: B2 level in English (as per CEFR).
• Desirable Experience:
  • Experience in EU institutions;
  • Affinity with consumer and depositor protection, and retail payments.

Competencies

• Self-management and independence;
• High sense of responsibility;
• Team-player with strong interpersonal skills;
• Efficiency under time pressure;
• Excellent communication skills;
• Strong analytical skills.

Selection Procedure

• A selection committee will be formed.
• Candidates will be informed of the committee composition upon invitation.
• Written tests (English, total score 10, minimum 6) and interviews (English, total score 10, minimum 6) will be conducted.
• Successful candidates with a total score of 12 or above will be placed on a reserve list valid until 31 December 2019.
• The reserve list may be used for similar positions depending on EBA needs.
• Confidentiality: The committee's work is strictly confidential, and any contact with members is prohibited.

Appointment and Conditions of Secondment

• Contract type: Seconded National Expert (SNE).
• Duration: Minimum 12 months, with possible extension.
• Subsistence Allowances: Paid by the EBA, based on exchange rate and UK correction coefficient (133.5%).
• Employer Obligations: The employer must continue to pay salary and social rights, including social security and pension.

Application Submission

• Documents Required:
  • Europass CV;
  • Motivation letter;
  • Filled eligibility criteria grid, dated and signed;
  • Employer statement supporting the application.
• Deadline: 8 February 2019 at 12:00 noon London time.
• Submission Address: EBA-Applications@eba.europa.eu.
• Subject Line: Include the reference number (BMIC COPAC SEC 08/2018), name, and surname.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Data Protection

• Personal data will be processed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 45/2001, ensuring confidentiality and security.

Appeal Procedure

• Review Request: Within 10 days of the decision letter, a written request can be submitted to vacancies@eba.europa.eu.
• Complaint to the Executive Director: Addressed to the Executive Director at the EBA's London offices.
• Judicial Appeal: To the General Court under Article 270 of the TFEU and Article 91 of the Staff Regulations.
• Complaint to the European Ombudsman: Per Article 228(1) of the TFEU, with a requirement to first approach the institution internally.

Key Information

• Position Type: Seconded National Expert (SNE).
• Location: Initially in London, then Paris, France from 30 March 2019.
• Deadline: Extended to 8 February 2019 at 12:00 noon London time.
• Reserve List Valid Until: 31 December 2019.
• Language: English is the working language, with B2 proficiency required.
• Application Format: Europass CV, motivation letter, eligibility grid, and employer statement.
• No supporting documents (e.g., ID, diplomas) are to be sent at this stage.