Are you passionate about driving innovations? Do you thrive on turning cutting-edge scientific ideas into commercially viable solutions?

We are looking for a motivated Managing Consultant to lead our team. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with visionary clients to transform their ground breaking ideas into reality by leading a team of highly talented consultants.

About Catalyze

Catalyze is a leading consultancy specializing in Life Sciences, Green & Sustainable Innovations, and Industrial & Digital Technologies. With over 20 years of experience, we empower entrepreneurs, academics, and organizations to secure funding, develop strategies, and achieve impactful innovations. Join us in creating a positive global impact by bridging the gap between groundbreaking ideas and the resources to make them thrive.

Our Green & Sustainable Innovations department is a dedicated team of specialists with expertise in areas such as the energy transition, sustainable food systems, circular economy, bio-based industry, and biodiversity. Our new sector focus is Industrial & Digital which is working at the heart of technological progress, from quantum technology to photonics and electronics.

We serve as trusted advisors throughout the life cycle of an Innovation starting from early research to market strategy, and from securing financing to preparing for investors. Understanding the complexities our clients face, we are committed to guiding them through every phase of their innovation journey, ensuring long-term success and impact.

"Be at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Empower transformative ideas. Change the world with Catalyze."

Cases - How we have helped our clients - Catalyze (catalyze-group.com)

For our Sustainable & Deep tech Innovation Department we are looking for a: 

MANAGING CONSULTANT

As Managing Consultant, you lead, guide, and strengthen a team of approximately 6 dedicated innovation consultants to together create impact for our clients and the planet. You will act as a role model in Innovation Consultancy at Catalyze and play a critical role in enhancing organizational performance and in expanding market position of Catalyze in high potential areas of Sustainable Solutions and Industrial & Digital Tech.

You will report to the Business Unit Director Green and Sustainable Innovations / Industrial and Digital Technologies. 

This role is a combination of Account Management, Sales & Leading a Team

Primary Focus:

• Build and manage teams executing Dutch grants and highly competitive EU grants such as EIC, Eurostars, Horizon Europe etc. according to predefined targets.
• Bring new business from existing clients & executing projects in the space of Green & Sustainable Innovations including Energy Transition, Sustainable Food systems and Biobased industry and Industrial & Digital Tech including quantum technology, photonics, electronics,

As a Managing Consultant, you have what it takes to bring innovations to life. You can quickly identify the key challenges in our client’s innovation development path and define the right projects that will help our clients to overcome these challenges and create impact. You have profound expertise in innovation consultancy, and establish and maintain an active network of clients and generate new business opportunities. As Managing Consultant, you act as the ‘team optimizer’ and ‘performance enhancer’ within the department and are responsible for the overall performance of the Consultancy team, and aligning operations with the company’s mission while maintaining high-quality client service.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Provide clear guidance and purpose to strengthen team cohesion and morale. Address internal or client-related escalations to maintain a productive and harmonious work environment.
• Account Management & Sales: Establish and maintain an active network of clients. Actively contributes to identifying client needs and business opportunities. Being up to date on the innovation initiatives in Dutch national funding space & EU. Collaborating with Business Unit Director to enhance market presence in the Netherlands & EU especially in the space of Industrial & Digital Tech.
• Performance Management: Serve as the end-responsible for the overall performance and results of the team. Monitor team performance and financial outcomes accurately, intervening proactively to ensure set targets are being met. Implement strategies that optimize both individual and team productivity and contribute to achieving organizational goals.
• Planning and Resource Allocation: Make strategic use of available resources and skills, assigning projects to consultants effectively to maximize team output.
• Personal Development and Engagement: Stimulate the personal and professional development of team members, being attentive to their needs, interests, and career ambitions. Foster an environment that supports continuous learning and engagement to build a motivated, high-performing team.
• Quality Assurance and Operational Oversight: Ensure that all projects and services delivered by the team meet or exceed Catalyze’s quality standards. Maintain up-to-date personnel, business, and financial administration, overseeing processes like HR, contracts, invoicing, and planning. Actively contribute to internal strategic initiatives, process enhancements, and quality management efforts.
• Strategic Contribution: Align with and uphold Catalyze’s vision and mission in all activities. Pro-actively contribute to improving organizational performance.
• Client Support: Execute client assignments and provide hands-on project support, contributing to the team’s success through both leadership and direct project involvement, acting as a role model in Innovation Consultancy

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills and experience in a consultancy environment.
• Prior Team Lead experience is required.
• A relevant Master’s degree, preferably with a science and/or business focus.
• Substantial experience (6+ years)  in business development and sales, grant writing, writing strategic plans or business plans and/or in managing large projects in a client-facing role
• At least 5 years of work experience in a commercial environment, in an business development/advisory/consulting role
• Demonstrable insights into the development of Green & Sustainable Innovations / industrial and digital Technologies, from ideation to commercialization.
• Exposure to EU & national funding programs and the funding landscape.
• A background or experience in areas related to Green and Sustainable Innovations, Industrial and Digital Technologies, or Life Sciences and Health is a plus.
• Excellent English communication skills (written and spoken) and command over Dutch language is an advantage.
• Based in The Netherlands.

Competences & skills 

• Leadership mentality and people management skills, bringing the team together around common goals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to read people, adjust communication style and steer stakeholders.
• Excellent commercial skills to be able to spot potential business opportunities and convert them into sales.
• Excellent conceptual skills that allow you to see the bigger picture and the complex ways that issues are interrelated.
• Excellent time and client management skills and the ability to transfer these skills.
• Great problem-solving and decision making skills
• Is result-driven and has excellent commercial awareness
• Is highly pro-active and has an entrepreneurial mindset

Offer

• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Clearly defined bonus structure which is combination of your Team Target & Individual Sales Target.
• Flexible working arrangements
• 27 vacation days, 8% holiday allowance, a pension plan and lease bike plan.
• Commuting allowance.
• A clear career path and active support for training and career development.
• A supportive, fun, and innovative work environment with excellent colleagues.
• Healthy office lunches, regular vibrant social events, and a supportive, inspiring work culture.
• The chance to work with passionate colleagues in a collaborative, entrepreneurial environment

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Are you interested in this position? Then we would like to receive your motivation with CV by submitting our Online Application Form.