About our team

BCR is the place where you learn, grow, and contribute to shaping the future of banking. We are recognized as a school of excellence in banking, a top employer in the banking sector, and a team open to learning, where every colleague feels seen and valued. We are an organization that values people and supports them in having a life that brings fulfillment, security and balance.

How you will contribute

• Cooperate with the Research team in elaborating macroeconomic reports and presentations published by Erste Group Research: https://www.erstegroup.com/en/research;
• Perform macroeconomic analysis using both qualitative and quantitative methods;
• Collect data, organizes and maintains updated the databases used for macroeconomic research;
• Contribute to Research Department reports and presentations to external and internal clients, investors, analysts, official institutions and rating agencies;
• You are directly involved in the macroeconomic, financial markets and banking sector forecasting process;
• Contribute to the development, maintenance, update and improvement of macroeconomic, financial analysis and forecasting models used in BCR Research Department and Erste Group;
• Sector analysis and reports on the Romanian economy to identify major trends;
• Banking market forecasts for lending, deposits and other major balance sheet items, with the support of the client facing business lines within BCR;
• Perform econometric analysis on designated topics;
• Conduct or contribute to economic research projects that are within BCR or Erste Group's areas of interest.

What will help you be successful

• Degree / Enrolment in MSc program in either of the following fields: Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Statistics, Quantitative Methods;
• CFA program enrollment is a plus;
• Fluency in English;
• Mastering of an econometrics or statistics software package (e.g. E-views or R ) is a plus;
• Programming skills could also be an advantage;
• Experience in economic research, financial modeling, valuation methods or economic (mainly model based) forecasting is a plus;
• Soft skills we are looking for: team player, good presentation skills, proactive attitude, highest degree of ethical and professional conduct, ability to adapt and learn quickly, to work under pressure, understand and explain complex issues.

Check out what we provide for our people

• Monthly budget for flexible benefits through the Benefit Online platform;
• 13th month salary;
• Performance-based bonus;
• Banking facilities, benefits for private pension and discounts on insurance policies;
• Gifts for special occasions;
• Vacation allowance;
• Private medical services for you and your family;
• Hybrid and flexible work schedule;
• 1 month / per year of remote work from abroad (UE);
• Up to 27 vacation days depending on your professional experience;
• Extra 7 days off per year if you have used up your vacation days;
• One day off for your birthday;
• Wellbeing, personal and professional development programs, and platforms that allow you to learn anytime, anywhere, and from any device;
• Subscription to Bookster.