Deputy Director General

Deputy Director General – Human Resources (Luxembourg) The European Investment Bank (EIB) is seeking a Deputy Director General – Human Resources. This position is based at our Luxembourg headquarters and requires regular office presence. The EIB offers relocation support. The role is a full‑time position at grade 8/9. The successful candidate will be offered a definitive duration contract (CDD) of 5 years, which may be renewed or converted in accordance with applicable policies and rules. Purpose You will support the Director General in leading the HR Directorate and developing an overall strategy for HR, with direct responsibility for several strategic and operational units/divisions. You will contribute to shaping a modern, inclusive, and efficient HR function aligned with the Bank’s culture and strategy, in a context of high pace of change with focus on digitalisation and efficiency increase. Specific Post Environment The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group is the financial arm of the European Union, comprising the EIB and the European Investment Fund (EIF). The Group is the world’s largest multilateral lender and borrower, financing projects that advance EU policy objectives such as climate action, innovation, and social cohesion. The organisation employs approximately 4,400 staff for the Bank and approximately 735 staff for the Fund in 58 offices worldwide, reflecting its global reach and ability to mobilise investment across continents while maintaining a strong focus on EU Member States, which account for about 90% of its lending activity. The Human Resources Directorate at the EIB underpins this mission by fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and high‑performing workforce. HR is responsible for strategy, governance, and services covering recruitment, compensation, benefits, talent development, and employee relations. Acting as a business partner, it drives initiatives on diversity, equity, and inclusion, career development, and organisational culture, ensuring alignment with the Bank’s strategic priorities. The HR function also manages statutory obligations such as health insurance and pension schemes (dealing with approximately 15,000 dependents), while promoting staff empowerment and well‑being through policies and training programmes. With around 180 professionals dedicated to these activities, HR plays a critical role in enabling the EIB to attract, retain, and develop talent that supports its long‑term objectives and operational excellence. Accountabilities Lead and manage the Employee Relations Division, ensuring in close coordination with Legal Services Directorate compliance of HR procedures and policies with EU labour law, internal regulations, international standards, and alignment with EIF. Act as Head of Social Relations and ensure effective social dialogue with staff representatives and stakeholders. Lead and manage the Coordination Division, ensuring robust governance, risk management, overall compliance, and continuous improvement of HR processes as well as strategic alignment with institutional needs. Guarantee the good implementation of internal audit and operational risk recommendations. Ensure that staff within the remit have the right competencies, objectives and motivation. Contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategy, policies, and transformation initiatives, ensuring a sound legal framework for the Directorate’s operations and supporting the overall objectives of HR and of the EIB, following guidance of the Legal Services Directorate. Establish and manage the resources and means (budget, processes, SLA with relevant stakeholders) necessary to efficiently implement the HR strategy in the divisions covered. Develop and maintain efficient and collaborative relationships with other teams within HR and within the Bank (especially with the Legal Services Directorate). Ensure effective internal communications within HR and foster a culture of collaboration, trust, and innovation across the HR Directorate. Represent the HR Directorate in internal and external forums, including negotiations, institutional committees, and EU‑level bodies, building co‑operation and creating knowledge exchange within the EIB Group and EU institutions. Qualifications University degree (post‑graduate) in a Legal, HR or Business area. At least 15 years of relevant professional experience in legal and business area, including HR exposure. In‑depth understanding of social and labour law matters with extensive experience in social dialogue and a strong background in European Civil Service law. At least 10 years in a managerial position – experience of managing, developing and mentoring staff is required, in a multicultural environment or international organisation. Strong leadership and influence skills: capacity to inspire teams, build trust and drive alignment across the organization. Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, organisation and activities including financial and compliance processes acumen (budget, procurement and audit topics). Relevant experience in process optimisation and in change management. Strategic operational acumen and organisational agility: capacity to efficiently manage resources and optimise processes to deliver results, in a complex and constrained environment. EU institutional awareness, ability to understand the role of the Bank within the EU policy framework. Developed European Institutions network would be a distinctive advantage. Practical experience working in an EU institution or agency is a distinctive advantage. Broad knowledge of EIB Group business activities and objectives, strategies, policies and processes. Excellent knowledge of English and French. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage. Find out more about EIB core and managerial competencies here. To find out more about our eligibility criteria click here. We hire and value talent with unique characteristics, creating a work environment where they can be themselves. We believe that Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion makes us a performing and innovative organisation. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity/expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. We strongly invite applicants with a disability, neurodivergent profile or chronic condition to request reasonable accommodations at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the EIB Recruitment team at Jobs@eib.org who will ensure that your request is handled. By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorised disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation. Deadline for applications: 15 December 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr