EU Funding Consultant

Consultant EU Business Unit

Work for one of the leading European advisories specialised in project financing

About Nordic Innovators

We are a rapidly growing R&D&I project financing advisory at both European and national levels, combining grant, tax incentives, debt, and equity financing. Headquartered in Copenhagen (Denmark), with 80+ professionals working from our offices in Denmark (Aarhus and Copenhagen), Spain (Malaga) and Norway (Bergen and Drammen). We are a trusted advisor to a large group of European companies and universities, working across multiple sectors and technology areas throughout the challenging capital raising process.

Since our inception in October 2013, we have grown quickly and established the Nordic Innovators brand as a market leader in our home markets in Norway and Denmark with regards to national and European grant, debt, and equity financing services. To date we have supported clients from 24 different countries and raised more than 2 billion in project financing.

We advise our clients throughout the entire project financing journey, from identification of the optimal financing strategy to full project implementation and following project administration and compliance. Our success has given us a stellar reputation with multinational corporates, deep tech scaleups, and renowned European universities and research institutions.

Are you interested in joining our team of technical experts? Are you keen to take part in the latest innovations shaping a better future? Would you like to join a professional, fun, and dynamic team?

Job Description

We are currently looking for an experienced Consultant to join our EU Business Unit and provide highly qualified services to our growing portfolio of clients. The ideal candidate will have a background in Health (Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacology, etc.) or Engineering (Telecommunications, Electronics, or Quantum Technologies).

As a Consultant at Nordic Innovators, you will undertake grant proposal preparation for programmes such as Horizon Europe, EIC Accelerator, Eureka Eurostars, etc. Working in close collaboration with your expert colleagues and innovative clients, this role will require you to draw from your academic and industry experience, both from a technological and business perspective.

This job opportunity will facilitate your professional development as we are a company focused on personal growth, knowledge sharing and employee development. You will work under the guidance of our Team Managers. Together they will help you to develop yourself while providing training and mentorship, so that you become a part of our growing team of successful consultants who are consistently producing high-quality grant proposals for our European client base.

Responsibilities

• Writing high-quality proposals for diverse EU funding programmes that align with our clients´ innovation objectives and the programmes´ evaluation criteria.
• Leading client management processes from the outset with a focus on service and quality.
• Conducting relevant research, analysis, and strategic decision-making in order to develop a successful proposal.
• Collaborating on business plans and go to market strategies for groundbreaking project ideas.
• Analysing business models, competitors, and markets.
• Extensive teamwork and collaborations across internal and external teams with a focus on stakeholder management.
• Stay up to date with the latest trends and developments in innovation, funding opportunities, and your areas of expertise.
• Contribute to Nordic Innovators as a whole.

Candidate requirements

• A university degree (MSc or PhD) in a field such as: Telecommunications, Electronics, Quantum Technologies, Biology, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, or similar.
• At least 3 years of experience in preparing and developing EU funding proposals.
• Understanding of the frameworks and procedures of European funding programmes.

• Fluency in English (C1, especially written and spoken).
• A business-related degree/MBA is desirable.
• Experience in performing online literature searches, including market data, scientific articles, etc.

• Experience working independently with limited supervision and being proactive.
• A team player who contributes to the existing positive working environment.
• Excellent people and communication skills to build a positive connection and to communicate professionally with clients, co-workers, and project partners.
• Client-focused and forward-centric mindset with the capacity to inspire others.
• Experience working with Microsoft 365.
• Work permit in Spain, Portugal, or France.

What we offer

• You'll have an opportunity to work with great, innovative clients from all over Europe and help transform their ideas into reality.
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits.
• Flexible working hours.
• Professional development and training.
• We offer the possibility to work remotely (in Spain, Portugal, or France) or hybrid from our office in sunny Málaga.
• Possibility to work with an international diverse group of fantastic and extremely driven people (over 25 nationalities), with backgrounds in science, business, and humanities.
• Team events and social activities.
• Trust, freedom, ownership, and responsibility.

How to apply?

Please submit your CV and cover letter via our careers portal. We reserve the right to close the role early if we receive a large number of applications.

Nordic Innovators is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment regardless of age, race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

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