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.