This position is based at our Luxembourg headquarters and requires regular office presence. The EIB offers you the opportunity to live and work in a truly international and multi-cultural environment. We also offer relocation support.
The EIB, the European Union's bank, is seeking to recruit for its Finance Directorate (FI), Strategy, Policies & Business Support Department (SPBS), Systems & Data Management Division (SDM), Loan Support Unit (LS) at its headquarters in Luxembourg, an Associate Financial Systems Business Analyst.
This is a full-time position at grade 4 for which the EIB offers a permanent contract.
Internal benchmark Associate Officer Data Management & Reporting.
Panel interviews are anticipated for June 2026.
Purpose
You will perform the analysis, development, implementation and operation of the main application for the administration of the entire EIB lending business (WallStreet System Commercial Loan Module (WSS-CLM) application) to ensure its alignment with the Bank's wider operational needs.
Operating Network
You will be part of a division of approximately 26 professionals, organised into three specialised teams:
* Market Data Management Team
* Borrowing and Treasury Team
* Loan Support Team
Loan Support Team Plays a Key Role In
* Coordinating business projects related to the lending application.
* Providing financial support to the user community.
* Leading and managing system adaptations for transversal initiatives impacting lending activities.
You will report directly to the Head of the Loan Support Unit and work in close collaboration with other teams within the division.
Role involves
* Regular interaction with lending users across FI (Finance Directorate), OPS (Operations Directorate), FC (Accounting Directorate), PMM (Portfolio Management and Monitoring Directorate), and RM (Risk Management Directorate) for business-related matters.
* Close cooperation with IT teams on technical aspects of the application.
Accountabilities
Participate in Projects Relating to Bank's Operations
* Act as project manager for business projects in lending (for example new product implementation, functionality enhancements, system upgrades).
* Serve as business analyst in bank-wide projects from implementing new products to urgent actions (for example DnC implementation under strict deadlines).
Maintain and Support Key Business Processes
* Provide functional support to business users across FI, OPS, PMM, RM, and CFC directorates.
* Analyse requirements, specifications and impacts on processes and resources.
* Organise meetings with lending users and IT to prioritise and coordinate work.
* Manage change requests, maintain issue catalogues and document resolutions.
* Design and execute UAT plans to validate business requirements.
* Produce reports and manage training sessions.
* Handle incidents, propose remedies or workarounds and document non-standard solutions.
* Improve AI capacity of the team by creating and improving internal AI agents.
Handling of Key Data Configuration Processes
* Execute configuration tasks promptly and accurately.
* Maintain manuals and vade-mecum for critical interventions and recurring tasks.
* Configure accounting rules in line with Financial Control specifications.
Specialist Advice
* Act as internal consultant to the bank-wide user community.
* Serve as subject matter expert in specialised domains.
External and Internal Relations
External: Build relationships with other institutions using similar core applications and maintain vendor contacts to ensure delivery of functionalities and stay aligned with best practices.
Internal: Maintain strong collaboration with LS and EIB stakeholders (Risk, Accounting, IT, Operations), using negotiation skills to secure appropriate solutions.
Identify and Promote AI Opportunities
* Explore and propose AI-driven solutions to enhance FI system processes (for example predictive analytics, automated data validation, anomaly detection, maintenance assistance by detecting similar issues).
* Collaborate on AI integration projects.
Qualifications
* University degree (minimum an equivalent to a Bachelor) preferably in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science or a related field.
* At least three years of relevant professional experience, ideally in the financial sector or consulting firms in roles involving financial systems, process optimisation or technology-driven projects.
* Relevant experience in project management and exposure to digital transformation initiatives.
* Strong understanding of the EIB mission, activities and operational framework.
* Functional knowledge of financial software packages used in EIB's functional areas (for example WallStreet Suite CLM, Finance Kit Borrowings & Treasury (WSS TRM)).
* Solid technical knowledge of application architecture, data flows and related tools.
* Familiarity with IT applications architecture and IT infrastructure within EIB.
* Proven experience in project management principles and methodologies (for example PM², Scrum).
* Excellent knowledge of English and/or French, with a good command of the other. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage.
To support EIB's innovation and efficiency goals, candidates should also ideally demonstrate:
* Awareness of AI-driven solutions in financial operations such as predictive analytics, process automation and intelligent data validation.
* Ability to identify opportunities for AI integration within system workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risk.
* Understanding of data governance, ethical considerations and compliance when applying AI in financial contexts.
* Familiarity with basic concepts of machine learning and data analytics to collaborate effectively with IT and data teams.
* Openness to continuous learning in emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools for financial systems.
Competencies
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We hire and value talent with unique characteristics, creating a work environment where they can be themselves. We believe that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion make us a performing and innovative organisation. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity or expression, age, race, ethnicity and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity.
If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability, neurodivergence or a chronic health condition, please contact the EIB Recruitment team at Jobs@eib.org who will manage your request appropriately.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorised disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation.
Deadline for applications: 6th May 2026.
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