Overview This position is based at our Luxembourg headquarters and requires regular office presence. The EIB offers the opportunity to live and work in a truly international and multi‑cultural environment and we also offer relocation support. The EIB, the European Union’s bank, seeks to recruit a Climate Adaptation Expert for its Projects Directorate (PJ) – Mobility Department (MOB) – Transport Policy and Implementation Division (TRAPID). The role is full‑time and based in Luxembourg.
Responsibilities
Play a key role in shaping climate adaptation and resilience across the mobility sector by providing expert guidance to Mobility Department specialists on lending and advisory operations, reviewing and implementing the Adaptation Strategy, supporting project‑level due diligence, and collaborating with other Climate Experts.
Support due diligence of operations exposed to high physical climate risks, reviewing and analysing climate risk and vulnerability assessments or equivalent studies.
Contribute to policy and advisory work, including the 2026 review of the EIB’s Adaptation Strategy.
Provide practical, hands‑on expertise to sector specialists in planning and designing climate‑adapted transport infrastructure and advisory work related to climate adaptation and resilience.
Strengthen quality assurance throughout the project cycle by ensuring projects are aligned with environmental, climate and social standards and procedures.
Engage across and beyond the Department, including S&CO, IMPACT and other Bank‑level working groups or task forces, to support implementation of the Bank’s climate risk assessment system.
Coordinate and manage consultancy support to meet business needs.
Build and maintain a strong internal knowledge base on climate adaptation and resilience, sharing insights through workshops, tutorials and other learning formats.
Develop and nurture external partnerships to advance the EIB’s climate adaptation work and strengthen its impact.
Qualifications
University degree (minimum bachelor level) in a relevant subject (e.g., engineering or economics), preferably with additional qualifications linked to environmental or climate science.
At least 5 years of experience combining project preparation or appraisal in a relevant area with practical experience in incorporating climate resilience and adaptation into projects.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively across multiple departments, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
Experience managing complex projects or activities that require broad cooperation and integration of expertise from various teams.
Excellent knowledge of English and good command of French. Knowledge of other EU languages is an advantage.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The EIB hires and values talent with unique characteristics, creating a work environment where employees can be themselves. The EIB is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. All suitably qualified and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of gender identity or expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic health condition, please contact the EIB Recruitment team. By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the EIB Group’s information and agree to comply with all relevant policies.
Application Deadline 8th July 2026
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Responsibilities
Play a key role in shaping climate adaptation and resilience across the mobility sector by providing expert guidance to Mobility Department specialists on lending and advisory operations, reviewing and implementing the Adaptation Strategy, supporting project‑level due diligence, and collaborating with other Climate Experts.
Support due diligence of operations exposed to high physical climate risks, reviewing and analysing climate risk and vulnerability assessments or equivalent studies.
Contribute to policy and advisory work, including the 2026 review of the EIB’s Adaptation Strategy.
Provide practical, hands‑on expertise to sector specialists in planning and designing climate‑adapted transport infrastructure and advisory work related to climate adaptation and resilience.
Strengthen quality assurance throughout the project cycle by ensuring projects are aligned with environmental, climate and social standards and procedures.
Engage across and beyond the Department, including S&CO, IMPACT and other Bank‑level working groups or task forces, to support implementation of the Bank’s climate risk assessment system.
Coordinate and manage consultancy support to meet business needs.
Build and maintain a strong internal knowledge base on climate adaptation and resilience, sharing insights through workshops, tutorials and other learning formats.
Develop and nurture external partnerships to advance the EIB’s climate adaptation work and strengthen its impact.
Qualifications
University degree (minimum bachelor level) in a relevant subject (e.g., engineering or economics), preferably with additional qualifications linked to environmental or climate science.
At least 5 years of experience combining project preparation or appraisal in a relevant area with practical experience in incorporating climate resilience and adaptation into projects.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate effectively across multiple departments, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with organisational objectives.
Experience managing complex projects or activities that require broad cooperation and integration of expertise from various teams.
Excellent knowledge of English and good command of French. Knowledge of other EU languages is an advantage.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion The EIB hires and values talent with unique characteristics, creating a work environment where employees can be themselves. The EIB is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. All suitably qualified and eligible candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of gender identity or expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion or beliefs, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. If you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic health condition, please contact the EIB Recruitment team. By applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the EIB Group’s information and agree to comply with all relevant policies.
Application Deadline 8th July 2026
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Climate Adaptation Expert (transport infrastructure) - based in Luxembourg Arbeitgeber: European Investment Bank (EIB)
Die Europäische Investitionsbank (EIB) ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der Ihnen die Möglichkeit bietet, in einem internationalen und multikulturellen Umfeld zu leben und zu arbeiten. Mit einem unbefristeten Vertrag und umfassenden Umzugsunterstützungen fördert die EIB eine inklusive Arbeitskultur, die Vielfalt, Chancengleichheit und persönliche Entwicklung schätzt. Hier haben Sie die Chance, sich in einem dynamischen Team weiterzuentwickeln und an bedeutenden Projekten im Bereich Kapitalmärkte und Treasury mitzuwirken.
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European Investment Bank (EIB) Recruiting-Team
