Contract types
The ECB offers a range of contract types to suit different professional backgrounds, career stages and organisational needs.
Understanding our contract types
Discover the main types of contract we offer at the ECB, how they work, the organisational needs they meet and what each contract means for your time at the ECB.
Fixed term contracts
Work with us for a defined duration in roles that support the ECB’s longer term activities. These contracts come with a comprehensive benefits package and allowances and offer good opportunities for development.
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Take on shorter assignments that support specific projects or temporary business needs across the ECB.
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Join us on secondment from a national central bank, competent authority or international organisation. These roles support knowledge-sharing across the European System of Central Banks and other partner institutions.
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We also use additional arrangements for specific roles or circumstances, including consultancy services or specialised project support.
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