Deputy Director, Chief Economist- Financial Stability and Research Department

at  Bermuda Monetary Authority

FINANCIAL STABILITY AND RESEARCH DEPARTMENT

Bermuda Monetary Authority (Authority or BMA) is seeking the services of a skilled and capable individual to work as a Deputy Director – Chief Economist in our Financial Stability and Research Department. Reporting to the Director, the Deputy Director – Chief Economist will be responsible for leading all global and domestic economic analyses and advice related to BMA’s mandate.

APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION ARE REQUIRED TO HAVE A TECHNICAL AND BUSINESS BACKGROUND. THEREFORE, THE POST-HOLDER MUST HOLD:

• A master’s degree or equivalent qualification in economics or related discipline from a recognised institution or professional body. Candidates with a PhD will be given serious consideration.
• A minimum of twelve (12) years’ relevant experience, of which at least five (5) years should be at a senior level managing a team in the financial services industry and/or working experience with a financial services regulator and/or research institution
• Superior knowledge of both banking and international (re)insurers’ operations
• A publication record in high-quality peer-reviewed academic journals
• A demonstrated ability to synthesise, summarise and communicate information from a variety of sources, along with the ability to manage projects to completion in a timely manner
• Strong analytical skills and excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)
• The ability to lead and provide training to various junior staff
  The Bermuda Monetary Authority is the integrated regulator of Bermuda’s financial services sector. We provide various opportunities for broad exposure to international regulatory issues, special projects, and work experiences.
  If you are looking for a challenging opportunity in a team environment, we invite you to submit your application online via our ‘Careers at BMA’ page at www.bma.bm. Applications for this position must be received no later than 4 November 2024.
  Bermuda Monetary Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer
  Individual Excellence…Collective Strength

• Overseeing BMA’s programme of work on international financial markets monitoring and analysis
• Overseeing BMA’s programme of work on systemic risk analysis and assessment related to Bermuda-based financial services sectors
• Leading the macroeconomic analysis of Bermuda’s economy
• Contributing to BMA’s horizon-scanning activities
• Translating economic and financial sector analysis into advice for BMA micro- and macro-prudential supervision, including issues related to Bermuda’s financial stability and macro-economic matters
• Leading the development of economic models, internal reports, and publications related to international and domestic economic and financial sector issues
• Performing other related work and special projects associated with the Financial Stability and Research Department’s remit as assigned