If you are a young professional eager to build a career in capital markets, this entry-level Funding Officer role at the European Stability Mechanism (ESM) in Luxembourg is an ideal launch pad. You will support the Funding and Investor Relations team, contributing to bond issuance, investor relations, and primary market execution at the heart of euro area finance.
About the Organisation
The European Stability Mechanism (ESM) is the permanent crisis resolution mechanism for euro area countries, providing financial assistance to members facing financing difficulties. To date, the ESM and its predecessor, the European Financial Stability Facility (EFSF), have launched six financial assistance programmes to five countries. The ESM is a unique place to work, with around 230 individuals committed to the future of the euro area, and it recruits talented professionals of any nationality from both the private and public sectors.
About the Role
This role is ideal for a young professional eager to develop expertise in capital markets, fixed income instruments, and primary market execution. You will support the Funding and Investor Relations division in monitoring the institution's global relationships with banks, institutional bond investors, and other fixed income market participants, contributing to funding activities including the preparation and execution of syndicated transactions, auctions, private placements, and derivatives. You will report to the Head of Funding and Investor Relations.
Key Accountabilities
🏦 Maintain regular contact with investment banks within the ESM's market group to collect key information about market developments and investor demand
📈 Contribute to the development of the ESM funding strategy and implement new funding instruments
💶 Ensure the execution of primary market activities through auction, syndication, or private placement
📊 Organise and analyse information to systematically inform and advise management on the status and prospects of capital markets
🗣️ Regularly update management and other divisions on market developments
🔍 Monitor and analyse the primary market activities of other issuers
🗄️ Manage internal databases
Key Background and Experience
🎓 A university degree in a relevant area (finance, economics, engineering, mathematics, or data science)
💼 A minimum of 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in capital markets, finance, treasury, or related areas
📈 A good understanding of capital markets, especially fixed income markets
📊 A strong command of Excel
💻 Familiarity with Bloomberg, MS Office, and front office systems is an asset
🗣️ Excellent oral and written English; any additional language is an asset
Key Competencies
🤝 Teamwork and collaboration
🗂️ Organisational skills and attention to detail
💪 Resilience, flexibility, and adaptability to change
🌍 Inclusive and respectful of diversity
📚 Motivation to learn and develop within a financial market environment
The Details
📍 Place of employment: Luxembourg
🏷️ Employment grade: Officer
📄 Contract: four years, with the possibility of extension
💻 Working arrangements: the possibility to work remotely, usually up to two days a week, from Luxembourg and the border region (or from further away under certain conditions)
🌍 Eligibility: the ESM recruits talented professionals of any nationality and provides equal opportunity to all candidates; it particularly encourages women to apply
How to Apply
Apply through the ESM careers portal. Note that candidates may be placed on a reserve list for six months and considered for similar positions.
Deadline
24 July 2026
