Managing Consultant - Spain

Join us in driving innovations and be part of our growth in Spain to help groundbreaking startups and researchers secure funding and bring their ideas to life. Engage with CEOs, university leaders, and pioneering entrepreneurs working in cutting-edge fields. As a Managing Consultant in Spain, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of cutting-edge innovations. Your expertise in crafting winning proposals, securing funding, and leading teams will help our clients bring their visionary projects to life. At Catalyze, we strive to accelerate innovations that have a positive impact on the world. The development of disruptive innovations is a complex process, taking many years and requiring substantial funds. While many great relevant innovative ideas and technologies are emerging at an accelerating rate, it often proves difficult for academics and early-stage companies to translate ideas from lab to market. Key questions include: “How to position the innovation in the market?”, “How to obtain funding for the next development step?”, “With whom can I collaborate to lift my innovation to the next level?” Who we are Catalyze is a leading consultancy company that drives the success of meaningful innovations in Life Sciences & Health, Green & Sustainable Innovations, and Industrial & Digital Tech. With over 20 years of experience in strategy and funding consultancy, we support our clients throughout their innovation journey to bring groundbreaking innovations to life. Our clients include world-leading experts and entrepreneurial minds working on cutting-edge innovations, keeping us at the forefront of technological advancements and fostering a highly inspiring environment for growth. Join us in accelerating positive global impact. Spain Team The Spain Team, established in 2024 and based in Barcelona (Sarria-Sant Gervasi), is a growing, dynamic unit. You will join a highly qualified team, including our Country Manager and an Innovation Consultant, working closely with colleagues in the Netherlands to drive global impact. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new division, with plans to establish a dedicated Spain consultancy team by the end of 2025. MANAGING CONSULTANT We are seeking applicants with fluency in both Spanish and English, and experience in team leadership. As a Managing Consultant, you will lead and develop a team of approximately six innovation consultants, acting as a role model and playing a critical role in enhancing organizational performance. You will collaborate closely with the Country Manager in Spain to expand Catalyze’s market presence. You will identify key challenges in our clients’ innovation development processes, define suitable projects to overcome these challenges, and help bring innovations to market. Your expertise in innovation consultancy, network in the funding landscape, and ability to generate new business will be vital. You will also oversee team performance, ensure high-quality client service, and contribute to strategic initiatives. Responsibilities Team Leadership: Provide guidance to strengthen team cohesion and morale. Address escalations to maintain a productive work environment. Performance Management: Oversee team results, monitor performance and financial outcomes, and implement productivity strategies. Planning and Resource Allocation: Strategically assign projects to maximize output. Personal Development and Engagement: Support team members’ growth and foster a motivating environment. Quality Assurance and Operational Oversight: Ensure project quality standards are met and oversee administrative processes. Strategic Contribution: Align activities with Catalyze’s vision and mission, and contribute to organizational performance. Client Support: Lead client assignments and contribute to project success, serving as a role model. Account Management & Business Development: Maintain and grow a network of clients, identify opportunities, and collaborate with the Spain Country Manager. Qualifications Proven leadership skills and experience in a consultancy environment. Passion for innovations in Life Sciences & Health, Green & Sustainable, or Industrial & Digital Tech. Relevant Master’s degree, preferably in science or business. At least 6 years of experience in grant writing, strategic/business planning, or managing large projects. Minimum of 5 years in a commercial environment supporting business development. Deep understanding of scientific innovation development from ideation to commercialization. Strong knowledge of Spanish grants/loans such as NEOTEC, RETOS Colaboracion, ENISA, Torres Quevedo, R&D Nuclis Accio. Proven success in securing Spanish grants, with knowledge of application processes and timelines. Willingness to travel to Barcelona once a month, if based elsewhere. Excellent leadership, strategic thinking, organization, and communication skills in both Spanish and English. What we offer Permanent contract on an Employer of Record basis. Competitive salary based on experience. Flexible working conditions, 23 vacation days, commuting and home office allowances. A dynamic environment that values independence, entrepreneurship, and growth. J-18808-Ljbffr

Location: madrid, ES

Posted Date: 5/14/2025