The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB), established in 1956, is a multilateral development bank with a unique social mandate from its 43 member countires. The CEB finances investment projects in social sectors, including education, health and affordable housing, with a focus on the needs of vulnerable people. Borrowers include governments, local and regional authorities, public and private banks, non-profit organisations and others. As a multilateral bank with a triple-A credit rating, the CEB funds itself on the international capital markets. It approves projects according to strict social, environmental and governance criteria, and provides technical assistance. In addition, the CEB receives funds from donors to complement its activities.

The Office of the Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO) safeguards the CEB from financial and non-financial risks, including compliance, conduct and reputational risks, arising from non-compliance with the Bank's rules, applicable legislation, codes of conduct, good practices and international standards.

The Compliance Unit (OCCO-CO) identifies, assesses, mitigates and reports risks arising from money laundering, terrorist financing, harmful tax practices, fraud, corruption, collusion, coercion, bribery, misprocurement, bid-rigging, non-compliance with environmental, social and governance best practices, and misconduct.

The Office of the Chief Compliance Officer (OCCO) is looking for a Compliance Officer who will contribute to safeguarding the CEB against compliance, conduct, and reputational risks by ensuring robust integrity due diligence and compliance controls across the project cycle. He/She will support the identification, assessment, and mitigation of compliance risks related to counterparties and operations, while contributing to the continuous strengthening of the Bank’s compliance framework. With increasing autonomy, the incumbent will provide analytical and advisory input on complex compliance matters, including project integrity, complaints handling, and policy implementation, thereby reinforcing the effectiveness and credibility of the Compliance function.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts and coordinates Integrity Due Diligence (IDD), Compliance Risk Assessments (CRA), and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes for counterparties and operations, ensuring thorough analysis and timely delivery across the project cycle.
• Assesses and monitors compliance risks, including AML/CFT, fraud, corruption, and misconduct risks, and contribute to the identification of appropriate mitigation measures.
• Manages and analyses integrity alerts and screening outputs, identifying and escalating potential risks with sound judgement and well-supported recommendations.
• Handles and contributes to the assessment of complaints related to projects or staff misconduct, ensuring adherence to internal procedures and supporting investigations where required.
• Supports the implementation and consistent application of compliance policies and procedures, and contributes to their review and continuous improvement in line with evolving regulatory and institutional requirements.
• Prepares high-quality compliance analyses, memos, reports, and documentation to support decision-making and ensure auditability and traceability of compliance processes.
• Contributes to the development of compliance tools, methodologies, and feedback loops aimed at enhancing efficiency, data quality, and risk monitoring.
• Participates in cross-functional projects and initiatives, including contributions to Fraud and Legal Assessments (FLA) and other institutional processes.
• Supports awareness-raising activities, including the preparation and delivery of training sessions and contributions to internal communication on compliance topics.
• Maintains effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and external service providers, ensuring alignment with best practices and timely delivery of outsourced compliance services.
• Acts as a backup for selected Compliance Unit functions, including administrative coordination and support to investigations, as required.

PROFILE

Academic background:

• Advanced university degree in law, economics, finance, political science, or a related field.
• An MBA or a recognised professional compliance certification would be an asset.

Professional background:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant professional experience in compliance, due diligence, investigations, or related fields, preferably within an international organisation, international financial institution, European institution, or financial sector environment.
• Experience in project integrity, AML/CFT frameworks, or compliance risk management is highly desirable.
• Sound understanding of compliance frameworks, including AML/CFT, integrity due diligence, and investigative processes.
• Good knowledge of international compliance standards and best practices applicable to multilateral development banks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and formulate practical, risk-based recommendations.
• Ability to draft clear, structured, and concise reports, memos, and correspondence on sensitive compliance matters.
• Capacity to work autonomously with a high degree of reliability, while exercising sound judgement and discretion.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in standard office tools (MS Office suite) and familiarity with compliance databases and screening tools.
• Ability to contribute proactively to process improvements and evolving compliance practices.

Language skills:

• Excellent command of one of the two CEB official languages (English and French), both oral and written, and knowledge of the other, with a commitment to reach a good working level.

Core competencies:

• Adaptability
• Client Orientation
• Communication
• Innovation
• Result Orientation
• Teamwork

Nationality:

• Citizen of one of the Bank’s Member Countries: Albania, Andorra, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Holy See, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Kosovo, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Republic of Moldova, Montenegro, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and Ukraine.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

1) Initial 4-year contract (including a one-year probationary period) with the possibility of renewal one or more times up to six years and of conversion into an indefinite-term contract

2) Grade and salary:

• A2/A3
• Depending on level of experience, monthly salary range between 7 652.42 EUR and 9 442.63 EUR, plus allowances based on eligibility, exempt from French income tax.

• Appointment may be made at a lower grade, based on the qualifications and professional experience of the selected applicant.

• Grades are established without any discrimination (including gender discrimination)

For more information, please consult the CEB Basic Salary Scale in section 5. Benefits of the CEB website

As an international financial institution, CEB remuneration is exempt from income tax in France. In addition, our offer includes allowances* based on family / personal situation, and medical and personal insurance. Staff members benefit from a contributory pension plan which provides them with either a pension or a leaving allowance.

* Exact benefit package to be determined based on selected candidate’s personal situation:

• basic family allowance

• expatriation

• dependent child supplement

• additional dependent child supplement for a single-parent family

• supplement for a disabled and dependent parent

• supplements for a disabled or severely disabled child

• education allowance (children) for expatriate staff members

• installation allowance and reimbursement of travel and removal expenses

RECRUITMENT CONDITIONS

The CEB welcomes the applications of all qualified candidates who are nationals of CEB Member States.

The CEB rigorously applies the principle of equal pay for equivalent work. We are committed to workplace gender equality and strive to ensure the recruitment of suitably qualified and experienced staff without regard to their gender, as well as their age, racial or ethnic origin, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation/identity, or disability. In line with peer international financial institutions, the CEB is EDGE certified (Move level), having demonstrated its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and have been assessed against the highest global standards.

Our selection process includes several steps conducted online, such as digitally recorded interviews, technical assignments and interactive panel interviews.

Applications (CV and cover letter) from CEB Member Statescandidates should be made in English or French using the Bank's online application system at CEB Careers before midnight Paris time on 06 December 2026.

Applications from internal candidates should be made using the career site available in Atlas before midnight Paris time on 06 December 2026.