About the role
Are you passionate about innovative and cutting-edge Deep Tech projects? Do you thrive in fast-paced, tech-driven environments? Are you eager to help startups and scale-ups access public and private funding opportunities?
Then, you’ll fit right in at Futuro Perfecto, a team of Engineers, PhDs, Investment Managers, and Deep Tech Professionals specializing in European/American funding for disruptive innovation. Our clients are startups, SMEs, research institutions, universities, and public bodies seeking consulting services for their R&D projects. We work with programmes such as Horizon Europe, Eureka Eurostars, SBIR/ STTR for example. Our services also include private fundraising, consortia organization, and internationalization strategizing.
We are looking for a Senior Business Developer with a strong focus on new business generation, to engage with Deep Tech start-ups and partners who qualify for EU Funding Grants and collaborative projects, as well as building strategic partnerships across the EU funding ecosystem.
What you will do
* Identify and engage startups, SMEs, corporates and research institutions across Europe.
* Generate new business opportunities and build a strong pipeline.
* Understand clients’ technologies and match them with relevant EU funding opportunities.
* Build and nurture relationships across the innovation ecosystem (VCs, accelerators, universities, etc.).
* Lead outreach and client conversations from first contact to conversion.
* Represent the company at events and industry conferences.
* Work across our multidisciplinary team to share opportunities and synergies.
What you bring
* 3+ years of experience in Business Development / Sales, ideally in innovation, consulting, tech or funding-related environments.
* Strong track record in new client acquisition (hunter mindset)
* Solid negotiation skills and able to close deals.
* Excellent communication and networking skills.
* Curiosity and interest in technology, startups and innovation ecosystems.
* Fluency in English (C1+). Other European languages are a plus.
* Based in Madrid and eligible to work in the EU.
* Proactive, organised and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
* Flexible, self-motivated and willing to go the extra mile.
Nice to have
* Experience with EU funding programs or public grants is an advantage
* Existing network in the European innovation / deep tech ecosystem.
What we Offer
* Full-time employment position.
* Offices located in the centre of Madrid.
* Multicultural and interdisciplinary environment.
* Gym Pass, Bike Rental Service, Ticket Restaurant (tax incentives).
* One remote day per week from home.
* Experienced international team, with European and American connections.
* Company social events.