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The EIB, the European Union's bank is seeking to recruit for its Inspectorate General Directorate (IG), Investigations Division (IN), Internal Investigation Unit* at its headquarters in Luxembourg, Internal Investigation Officers*.

Purpose

Working in the Internal Investigation Unit, you will be responsible for investigating allegations/reports of staff misconduct across the EIB Group in line with internal rules, policies, and procedures (e.g., Anti-Fraud Policy, Dignity at Work Policy, Staff Code of Conduct). 

Operating Network

Reporting to the Head of the Internal Investigation Unit, you will have regular contact with colleagues across the EIB Group, as well as with relevant external stakeholders and organisations.

Accountabilities

Under the day-to-day direction and guidance of the Head of Unit, you will:

Investigation

• Conduct investigations to ensure they are carried out efficiently, fairly and in line with EIB processes and procedures
• Contact complainants and persons internal and external to the EIB, to obtain all relevant information relating to an allegation
• Gather and analyse relevant evidence (documentary, physical, electronic, etc.)
• Interview witnesses, victims, and subjects, using interpreters as required, in accordance with accepted best practices (ensuring confidentiality, reliable information and due process)
• Fully document and record case decisions to provide an audit trail and/or contribute to further, intelligence-based analysis
• Regularly report progress on cases and material obtained to assist in determining appropriate action
• At the completion of an investigation, prepare a detailed report setting forth the findings, supporting evidence, analysis and evaluation of the evidence, as well as recommendations for next steps
• Monitor the implementation of actions following investigation.

Capacity Development 

• Translate case-related experience into the development of new measures in the EIB, under the direction of the Head of Unit
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policy    
• Keep up to date on latest developments in investigations and related topics.

Awareness Raising

• Contribute to raising appropriate awareness within the organisation of integrity related matters
• Involve other business units and coordinate with internal or external partners such as OLAF, EPPO, law enforcement and other IFI’s.

Other

• If necessary, support the other units of IG/IN
• Direct and monitor the activities of external consultants, if applicable
• Work collaboratively with key stakeholders, both internally (other offices, and Divisions) and externally (civil society organisations, suppliers, donors).

Qualifications

• University degree (minimum an equivalent to a Bachelor) preferably in investigations, law or another relevant field of study 
• At least 5 years’ relevant professional experience within the fields of investigation, prosecution, criminal analysis or forensic audit; (Preference will be given to candidates with more senior exposure)
• Knowledge of investigation methodology and strong demonstrated experience in conducting a wide range of assessments and/or investigations into alleged fraud, corruption, harassment, sexual harassment, breaches of code of conduct or other similar prohibited activities
• Experience working as an investigator with the investigations office of an international organisation would be an advantage
• Sector knowledge: experience in investment banking, equity business, procurement procedures (incl. EU tendering procedures), infrastructure projects would be considered an asset
• Demonstrated strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office tools; knowledge of specialised analytical and forensic software would be a plus
• High level training in the field of open-source research and analysis would be an advantage
• Excellent knowledge and writing skills of English and/or French (***), with good command of the other. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an
  advantage.

Competencies

Find out more about EIB core competencies here

(***) Unless stated explicitly as a required qualification, a good command of French is not a pre-requisite for hire.  As both English and French are however official working languages of the EIB, proficiency in both languages is a pre-requisite for your future career development.  Any language clause in your contract must be fulfilled in order for you to be eligible for a promotion (either via the annual appraisal cycle or via an internal selection process).  Proficiency is understood to mean the attainment of level 5 of the Inter Institutional language courses, corresponding to B1.2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL).  The Bank offers appropriate training support. 

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 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: February 9th 2026

These are full-time positions at grade 5 for which the EIB offers a permanent contract.

*Internal benchmark: Officer Investigation

Panel interviews are anticipated for March 2026