The Central Bank of Ireland serves the public interest by safeguarding monetary and financial stability and by working to ensure that the financial system operates in the best interests of consumers and the wider economy.We currently have a vacancy for an Associate Economist on a contract of indefinite duration in the Macroprudential Policy team in the Macro Financial Division (MFD). This role is aligned with the Bank Executive grade and the BEX salary scale, between €37,208 and €66,650 applies. Please click here for further information on our salary scales.The purpose of this role is to contribute to the assessment and implementation of macroprudential policies, supporting economists and policy specialists on the team which drives the development of evidence-based policy to support financial stability.The twice yearly Financial Stability Review communicates the Central Bank’s key policy decisions relating to macroprudential bank capital buffers and mortgage measures, which is of direct relevance to this role. The macroprudential policy section of the Central Bank website also provides an overview of the Central Bank’s macroprudential policy framework.Responsibilities:Provide support through high quality analysis and assessment, on a broad range of macroprudential policy matters in order to contribute to the development of the Central Bank’s macroprudential policies.Contribute to the design and implementation of macroprudential policy instruments across the Central Bank and at a European level by supporting the team’s participation on relevant European committees.Contribute to high quality internal policy papers and briefing notes relating to the Central Bank’s role as the macroprudential authority for Ireland.Collect, compile and process economic data for macroprudential policy assessments including for quarterly countercyclical capital buffer reviews.Prepare publication quality tables and graphs for inclusion in publications such as the Financial Stability Review and Financial Stability Notes in order to ensure stakeholders’ understanding of the Central Bank’s macroprudential policies.Monitor developments in macroprudential policy in other countries in order to identify trends and highlight emerging issues relevant for macroprudential policy setting in Ireland.Prepare analysis, literature searches and reviews on research topics for the assistance of the economists and policy specialists in the Division.Requirements:A degree in economics, finance, public policy or a related discipline; a Masters or higher level qualification is an advantage.Strong analytical, problem solving and quantitative skills.Proven ability to display sound judgement.Strong oral and written communication skills are required to convey complex issues in a clear, concise and logical manner.Good interpersonal and team working skills.Good presentation skills in order to convey research findings.Good attention to detail.We know it's our people who make the Central Bank special and we are focused on creating a diverse, inclusive, fulfilling and progressive work environment. We encourage applications from candidates with different backgrounds, experiences and perspectives as it strengthens us, as individuals and as an organisation. We are committed to positively supporting candidates with disabilities. If we can make any reasonable accommodations for you in the recruitment process in order to give you the opportunity to perform to your best, please email our Disability Inclusion Partner, Rebecca Daly at Rebecca.daly@centralbank.ie or 01 224 6711. Any information that you provide will be used only for the purposes of providing relevant support and will have no bearing on how your application will be viewed.We have recently implemented a hybrid working model to balance the flexibility working from home provides with the value our office environments bring to support collaboration and connection with colleagues. Our approach to hybrid working enables colleagues to work from home up to 50% of working days, building on an existing broad range of flexible working policies and practices already in place to support our people achieve the right balance.Our policies also provide insight into our organisational culture, work environment and working arrangements. Here are some of the key policies (subject to ongoing review and amendment) which may be of interest as you consider a career with us.The Central Bank pension scheme mirrors the rules of the civil service pension scheme. Therefore if you are in receipt of civil/public service pension, abatement may apply to your current pension. Details of the appropriate pension scheme will be provided upon determination of the appointee’s status.Application Details:Closing Date: 25th February 2025To apply, please complete the application form attached (via the “apply” link).Before starting your application you will be asked to create a profile with us, this will allow you to track and review your application throughout the process. Click "register" to create a profile and complete the application process.Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an automatic email from us acknowledging receipt. If you do not receive this auto-acknowledgement, please contact recruitment@centralbank.ie.Cuirfear fáilte roimh iarratais i nGaeilgeThe Central Bank of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.This service is delivered and maintained by Candidate Manager on behalf of the Central Bank of Ireland.
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