Senior Social Risk Specialist (Luxembourg)

About the role

The European Investment Bank is seeking a Senior Social Risk Specialist to join its Sustainability & Climate Office in Luxembourg. The role focuses on translating the Bank’s social development policies into practical tools, advising on social due diligence frameworks, and strengthening internal capacities to manage social risks across projects.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and evolve social due‑diligence frameworks and management systems to ensure robustness and future‑readiness.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project teams, the ECS Committee, and the S&CO helpdesk.
• Build and maintain a network of social risk specialists across the Projects Directorate, fostering knowledge sharing and capacity building.
• Lead the community of practice on social risk management, including the organization of workshops and operational pilots.
• Represent the EIB externally on social risk topics with other multilateral development banks.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in social risk assessment, social due diligence, and environmental‑social governance within the banking or development finance sector.
• Strong understanding of EU and EIB social development policies and standards.
• Proven ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and to build effective internal and external networks.
• Excellent analytical and advisory skills, with a track record of delivering high‑quality guidance.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent contract (grade 6) with regular office presence at the Luxembourg headquarters.
• Relocation support and the opportunity to work in a truly international, multicultural environment.
• Access to professional development resources and a dynamic community of sustainability experts.