Business Developer – EU Space Programmes

We are expanding our Business Development team and looking for a talented professional to help drive GMV's growth across the European space sector.

The Business Developer – EU Space Programmes & Institutional Affairs will identify, develop and secure new business opportunities arising from European space programmes, institutional initiatives and strategic partnerships across the European ecosystem.

Based in Brussels, this role will serve as GMV's key interface with European institutions, agencies, industry stakeholders and strategic customers, helping strengthen GMV's positioning and supporting the growth of our space business.

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WHAT CHALLENGE WILL YOU BE TAKING ON?

You will contribute to the definition, development and implementation of GMV's strategy within the European space ecosystem, identifying new opportunities, building strategic relationships and supporting the growth of our institutional and commercial activities. The role will have the following strategic objectives:

Business Development & Strategic Partnerships

• Identify, qualify and develop new business opportunities arising from European space programmes, policies and initiatives.
• Contribute to the implementation of GMV's growth strategy within the European space market.
• Support proposal preparation and business development activities in collaboration with GMV's business units.
• Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of opportunities across the European space sector.
• Promote strategic partnerships with industry players, research organisations and other relevant stakeholders.

Customer Engagement & Institutional Relations

• Build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective customers across the European space ecosystem.
• Understand customer needs and help transform them into business opportunities.
• Act as a bridge between customers, European institutions and GMV's business and technical teams.
• Develop and strengthen relationships with key organisations including the European Commission, EUSPA, ESA, industry associations and other relevant stakeholders.
• Represent GMV at institutional meetings, industry events, conferences and strategic forums.

Strategic Intelligence & Market Positioning

• Monitor European space policies, programmes, funding initiatives and market trends.
• Anticipate future opportunities and emerging priorities within the European space sector.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support GMV's decision-making process.
• Contribute to increasing GMV's visibility and positioning within the European space ecosystem.

WHAT DO WE NEED IN OUR TEAM?

If you are interested in this position, we would require you to have:

• A university degree in Engineering, Science, Economics, International Relations or a related discipline.
• at least 5 years of experience in business development, institutional affairs, European programmes or strategic partnerships within the space sector.
• Good understanding of the European space ecosystem and its key stakeholders.
• Knowledge of major European space programmes such as Galileo, EGNOS, Copernicus, GOVSATCOM, IRIS² and related initiatives.
• Experience working with European institutions, agencies or space-related organisations.
• Strong networking, communication and negotiation skills.
• Strategic mindset combined with a business-oriented approach.
• Fluent English and Spanish
• Permanent residence in Brussels or willingness to relocate.

The following will be considered an asset:

• An established network within European institutions and the space sector.
• Experience preparing proposals for European programmes.
• French language skills.
• Experience representing organisations in international environments.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

🕑 Hybrid working model and 8 weeks per year of teleworking outside your usual geographical area.

🚀 Personalized career plan development, training and language learning support.

🌍 National and international mobility. Do you come from another country? We can offer you a relocation package.

💰 Competitive compensation with ongoing reviews, flexible compensation and discount on brands.

💪Wellbeing program: Health and accident insurance; physical, mental and financialhealth training, and much more

⚠️ In our recruitment processes you will always have telephone and personal contact, face-to-face or online, with our talent acquisition team. In addition, bank transfers and bank cards will never be requested.  If you are contacted through any other process, please write to our team at privacy@gmv.com

❤️We promote equal opportunities in recruitment, and we are committed to inclusion and diversity.         

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