Innovation-Hub Manager

About the role

The Innovation‑Hub Manager acts as Community Manager for BNP Paribas Fortis' Innovation Hubs (i‑Hubs). You will connect innovative companies, ecosystem partners and internal expertise, turning market insights and innovation trends into concrete business opportunities while reinforcing the bank’s reputation as a trusted partner for innovative clients.

Key responsibilities

• Activate and support i‑Hub Relationship Managers by sharing market insights, innovation trends and ecosystem knowledge.
• Shape and execute the i‑Hub strategy, defining short‑ and long‑term priorities and ensuring their delivery across hubs.
• Leverage Group and Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB) expertise to develop tailored solutions for top i‑Hub clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with start‑ups, scale‑ups, accelerators, incubators and venture capital partners.
• Identify high‑potential opportunities within innovation networks and support their conversion into sustainable growth.
• Promote i‑Hubs through partnerships, events and targeted communication initiatives.
• Monitor performance and impact, providing clear insights and reporting to senior management.
• Communicate progress, impact and priorities transparently to internal and external stakeholders.

Required profile

• Commercially driven professional with strong ecosystem exposure and seniority.
• Proven experience in corporate banking or a related environment, with exposure to innovative companies.
• Experience within an innovation ecosystem (start‑ups, scale‑ups, venture capital, incubators, accelerators) is a strong asset.
• Business development mindset with a focus on origination.
• Established network and ability to build credible relationships.
• Comfortable engaging senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
• Strong transversal collaboration, analytical and communication skills for performance tracking.
• Hands‑on, pragmatic and execution‑oriented.
• Fluent in Dutch/French and professional English.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to work with innovative clients and the Belgian innovation ecosystem.
• Access to BNP Paribas Group expertise and resources.
• Commitment to sustainability and impact through responsible investment products and social entrepreneurship support.