The Board of Supervisors of the European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has nominated Damian Jaworski for the position of executive director.

His appointment is expected to take effect on 1 April 2026, subject to confirmation by the European Parliament.

Jaworski will replace Fausto Parente, who has been executive director of EIOPA since 28 January 2016 and was reappointed for a second five-year term in 2020.

Jaworski brings nearly 30 years of experience in financial regulation and supervision at national, European and international levels to the role.

He currently serves as director of the international cooperation department at Komisja Nadzoru Finansowego (KNF), the Polish Financial Supervision Authority.

EIOPA’s Board of Supervisors selected Jaworski from three shortlisted candidates proposed by a dedicated Selection Committee.

The open recruitment process assessed candidates on their managerial skills, professional experience and expertise relevant to EIOPA’s work as a financial regulator and supervisor.

As executive director, Jaworski will oversee the day-to-day management of EIOPA and the implementation of its multi-annual and annual work programmes. The term in office is five years and can be extended once for an additional five years.

Commenting on the nomination, EIOPA chair, Petra Hielkema, said the authority was “fortunate to have had a strong pool of candidates for the role” and is “pleased to move forward with an excellent nominee”.  

“Jaworski impressed our Board of Supervisors with his skills and qualities, and we trust that lawmakers will see him as a valuable addition to EIOPA’s leadership,” she added.

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