Position description:
- Provides secretariat support for the CPMI and its working groups and task forces. Ensures and organises the support activities of a particular subgroup, in coordination with the subgroup chair and line manager (if relevant).
- Prepares background analysis for meetings of high-level central bank officials on financial market infrastructure issues.
- Organises the preparation, publication and distribution of reports prepared by the CPMI or its subgroups.
- Monitors and analyses developments in financial market infrastructures, with an emphasis on CCPs, and their implications for the functioning and stability of the financial system.
- Establishes and maintains professional contacts and effective communication within the BIS, with the central banking and regulatory communities as well as selected market participants and industry groups.
- Represents the BIS and CPMI in meetings hosted by central banks and at other international organisations. Gives presentations at seminars and conferences on the work of the CPMI.
Position requirements:
- Degree in economics, finance, law or equivalent from a university of international standing.
- Solid understanding of financial market structures and developments, including financial market infrastructure oversight and other regulatory issues.
- Advanced expertise and experience with issues related to central counterparties, in particular their resilience and risk management.
- Several years of experience in analysing developments in or assessments of financial market infrastructures for central banks or other public authorities. International experience would be beneficial.
- Excellent drafting and communication skills in English for both technical and non-technical audiences. One or more additional major languages would be an asset.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Willingness to travel.
- Team spirit and good interpersonal skills.
Location: Basel, Switzerland
Application deadline: 10 August 2015
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