Bax is an innovation boutique consultancy that supports changemakers across Europe in building pilots, tools, and collaborations that turn ideas into societal impact.
With offices in Barcelona, Brussels, Cambridge, Düsseldorf, and Utrecht, we empower more than 1,200 public and private organisations to design and pilot new solutions for the biggest challenges facing our society and environment. We work for and with various types of innovation actors, including public authorities, industry (large corporations, high-tech smaller companies), academia (universities, RTOs), and EU networks. We support our clients delivering a broad portfolio of consulting services spanning all stages of the innovation lifecycle, from alliance building and funding support, to pilot deployment, tool development and communications.
We are specialised in different focus areas related to global societal challenges allowing us to accompany our clients at the more strategic level. From the energy transition and urban greening to healthcare innovation and mobility, every client receives committed support from our team of 75 innovation specialists.
The position
Key Responsibilities include:
We are currently offering one position as an Innovation Consultant for our teams working on Business Development & EU Programmes. You will be working at our Barcelona headquarters with fellow team members, supporting different focus areas in identifying business leads, developing commercial offers and proposals according to clients’ needs and contributing to the strategic development of the company overall. Your main tasks will be focused on:
- Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, reinforcing our value proposition across focus areas and expanding our portfolio of strategic consulting services with existing and prospective clients.
Supporting the entire sales pipeline of the focus areas’ teams, from lead generation and offer development to negotiations management. Developing, securing and managing strategic partnerships (e.g. framework contracts).
Monitoring calls for funding and tenders, exploring new opportunities at EU level, playing a key role in project & proposal development.
Representing the company at target conferences and events, engaging with key EU stakeholders in our markets to reinforce and expand our innovation network
We seek fast-learning candidates who have affinity with sustainability and innovation, and strong ambition for fast professional growth in a highly specialised consultancy firm.
- Background and profile: dedicated education on international relations, EU studies, business administration and/or sales management (Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s is a plus). We look for profiles reflecting specific interest in the mix between business, innovation and sustainability.
- Languages: professional English, both written and oral, is essential. Additionally, we value fluency in our clients’ native languages such as Dutch, German, French and Spanish.
- Communication & facilitation skills: we expect a great deal of autonomy and pro-activity, being able to communicate professionally with partners and clients, managing and leading discussions and public presentations.
- Analytical and sales skills: ability to analyse market data and business KPIs, establish and develop long-term commercial relationships, manage and lead negotiations.
- Relevant experience and additional expertise: we seek candidates with a baseline of 2-5 years of relevant professional experience in the domains of EU relations, business development and sales management; it will be a strong plus for candidates proving experience either in strategy consultancy or other innovation management positions as well as experience with EU funding programmes.
Life at Bax
Life at Bax
Bax provides employees with the freedom to shape their career paths. With a flat hierarchy, consultants are encouraged to develop work on topics that inspire them. Each new hire is paired with an experienced consultant mentor to support professional growth. We recognise that our people work best when they’re comfortable and healthy.
Please note that your activities will include occasional meetings at different client locations around Europe. Therefore, you should be fully available to travel a few times per year for a couple of days.
What Bax offers you
- Permanent Contract
- Hybrid work
- Shorter workday on Fridays
- Flexible remuneration package (health insurance, transport, lunch)
- Subsidised gym membership
- Regular team building (including ski and summer trips)
To be considered for this position, you will need to be in possession of a nationality or a permit allowing you to work in Spain at the time of application.
Apply with a CV and cover letter through our website.
Please note that only candidates being considered for interview will be contacted.
Bax is powered by innovation, and we believe innovation happens best with a diversity of people and thought. We therefore encourage people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to treating all employees and applicants equally, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or age.
Interviews will be conducted upon receipt of relevant profiles – we therefore encourage you to apply without delay.
