Business Developer – Innovation Funding (up to €65k)

About the role

Join a fast‑growing international innovation consulting group based in Belgium. As a Business Developer you will sell funding solutions that help companies accelerate R&D projects and unlock significant financing.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and engage new prospects across technology, aerospace, healthcare, manufacturing and other sectors.
• Build a robust pipeline through networking, LinkedIn outreach, referrals and targeted business‑development initiatives.
• Analyse clients' innovation and R&D projects to uncover optimisation opportunities.
• Manage the full sales cycle from first contact to contract negotiation and signing.
• Develop long‑term relationships with CEOs, R&D leaders and decision‑makers, becoming a trusted advisor.

Required profile

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Applied Economics, Business Engineering or a related field.
• Fluent in Dutch or French, with professional proficiency in the other national language and English.
• First experience in sales, business development, consulting or a client‑facing role (young graduates with strong commercial drive are welcome).

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary up to €65,000 gross per year plus uncapped performance bonus.
• Company car with European fuel card for business and personal use.
• €150 net monthly hybrid‑working allowance, meal vouchers and €250 eco‑vouchers per year.
• Comprehensive health insurance, laptop, mobile phone and necessary tools.
• Flexible working hours and hybrid work model.
• Opportunities to work with innovative companies and high‑value R&D projects.
• Dynamic team environment with regular events, after‑works and sports activities.
• Clear career growth path within an expanding international organisation.