Business Development Officer

Role Overview

The Business Development Officer will support the identification, research, and qualification of potential clients, industry partners, and commercial opportunities. They will work with the Head of Commercial Exploitation and CYENS research groups to collect and organize information on research capabilities, technologies, demonstrators, and services with commercial potential. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and detail-oriented, with a strong sense of ownership and confident communication skills.

What You Will Do

The Business Development Officer will maintain and improve the CRM, support the development and regular reporting of the commercial pipeline, track opportunity status, ownership, next steps, and outcomes. They will also assist in mapping and developing existing CYENS relationships with companies, public organizations, and other stakeholders.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The Business Development Officer will be able to work independently while collaborating across multidisciplinary teams, establish processes, and work in an evolving commercialization environment. They will be able to research organizations and markets, identify potential business opportunities, understand client needs, and communicate the value of technical services clearly.

Requirements

• University Degree (Bachelor’s Degree or Degree of a level equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree) or Diploma or Certificate or other study title or qualifications in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Management, Engineering, Technology, Innovation or a related field.
• At least three years of relevant professional experience in business development, account management, client relations, commercial operations, partnerships or a related field.
• Ability to research organizations and markets, identify potential business opportunities, understand client needs, and communicate the value of technical services clearly.
• Good organizational and analytical skills, including accurate record-keeping and structured follow-up.
• Ability to conduct company and market research, identify potential customers, analyze information, and produce concise reports.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including professional correspondence, presentations, and business documentation.
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word, and confidence with digital collaboration tools.
• Excellent written and oral English-language skills are essential.

Benefits

• Indicative Annual Gross Salary Range: €25,000 – €35,000
• Probation Period: 6 (six) months
• Preferred Start Date: December 2026, or as soon thereafter.
• Application Deadline: 8th of November 2026 (3 weeks)

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