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Key Responsibilities:

• Identify business opportunities in public and private funding (tax incentives, grants, and subsidies).
• Analyze funding programs and design strategies for clients.
• Prepare commercial meetings and define sales strategies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with funding bodies.
• Support the sale and integration of new products/services.
• Prepare reports on results and forecasts.
• Participate in events, forums, and visibility initiatives.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Business Development and Sales roles within innovation consulting for companies.
• University degree (Business Administration, Economics, or similar) with a business-related background.
• Strong business, client, and results-oriented mindset.
• Creative, entrepreneurial individuals with strong organizational, communication, and initiative skills.
• Adaptability and strategic business vision are highly valued.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative, agile, and informal work environment, with a diverse team that will support your development of new projects, knowledge, and skills.
• Professional and personal development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Immediate start in a full-time position.
• Possibility of remote work.

We are looking for a consultant to support clients in identifying and managing public funding and tax incentives for R&D&I projects.

Key responsibilities:

• Identify funding opportunities (grants, subsidies, tax deductions) at national level
• Prepare and submit R&D tax incentive and funding applications
• Advise clients on innovation strategies and project alignment with funding programs
• Draft technical and financial documentation for R&D projects
• Detect new business opportunities and innovation initiatives

Requirements:

• Engineering background (with business knowledge valued)
• +3 years of experience in R&D&I funding or innovation consulting
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

What we offer:

• Remote work and flexible hours
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities

Position Objective

The selected candidate will be responsible for identifying and developing opportunities to generate Energy Savings Certificates in current and potential clients, through both standard and specific energy efficiency measures.

The role will combine technical analysis of facilities, preliminary estimation of energy savings and economic benefits, and the development of value propositions to support the monetisation of Energy Savings Certificates with Evolution.

This is a clearly commercial role, but it requires technical knowledge of energy efficiency to identify real opportunities in industrial, agro-industrial and productive environments, as well as to establish strategic partnerships within the Energy Savings Certificate ecosystem.

Responsibilities

Identification of Energy Savings Certificate Opportunities

• Analyse industrial, agro-industrial and tertiary-sector facilities to detect potential energy savings.
• Identify measures that may fit within the standard sheets of the official Energy Savings Certificate catalogue.
• Detect specific measures with significant potential to generate energy savings.
• Carry out preliminary assessments of projects related to HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, steam, compressed air, motors, pumping, ventilation, heat recovery, thermal processes and electrification.
• Prioritise opportunities based on their technical feasibility, savings potential and economic attractiveness for the client.

Business Development and Client Relations

• Hold meetings with Evolution’s clients, prescribers and potential clients.
• Clearly explain how the Energy Savings Certificate system works.
• Communicate the potential economic benefit derived from clients’ energy efficiency measures.
• Prepare preliminary collaboration proposals.
• Convince clients of the value of working with Evolution as an Energy Savings Certificate structurer and intermediary.
• Coordinate with Evolution’s commercial and technical teams to generate a pipeline of opportunities.
• Identify new sectors, companies and acquisition channels.

Preliminary Estimation of Savings and Economic Benefit

• Estimate current consumption and expected future consumption after the measure is implemented.
• Carry out preliminary calculations of potential energy savings.
• Estimate the approximate economic value of the generated Energy Savings Certificate.
• Prepare economic scenarios for the client.
• Analyse estimated investment, return, energy savings and possible monetisation of the Energy Savings Certificate.
• Determine whether a measure has sufficient size and attractiveness to be developed by Evolution.

Coordination with Delegated Parties, Technical Experts and Verifiers

• Coordinate the internal transfer of the client’s technical information.
• Interact with freelancers or engineering firms responsible for detailed savings calculations.
• Coordinate with accredited verifiers when necessary.
• Support the preparation of basic technical documentation.
• Facilitate the relationship with delegated parties for the monetisation of the Energy Savings Certificate.
• Monitor the status of each opportunity until closure.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in commercial roles and consultative sales related to Energy Savings Certificates.
• Vocational training or university studies in Administration and Sales, Business or related fields.
• Business, client and results-oriented profile.
• Creative, entrepreneurial mindset with strong organisation, communication and initiative.
• Adaptability and strategic business vision will be positively valued.

What We Offer

• A collaborative, agile and informal working environment, made up of people from different backgrounds who will help you develop new projects, knowledge and skills.
• Personal and professional development.
• Competitive compensation packages as part of our corporate culture.
• Immediate incorporation into a stable, full-time project.
• Real possibility of remote work.

At Evolution, we provide advice and support on securing public funding at national and European level, as
well as on tax matters within the R&D&I ecosystem.

We are looking for experienced Freelance Proposal Managers to support the preparation and coordination of
high-quality proposals for European R&D&I funding programmes.

The role goes beyond proposal writing. We are looking for professionals who can critically assess projects,
challenge clients’ assumptions and help transform innovative ideas into credible, competitive and
strategically sound funding applications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, develop and review project proposals for submission to European funding programmes,
  ensuring alignment with the relevant eligibility and evaluation criteria.
• Coordinate, organise and lead the proposal-development process, managing contributions from
  clients, partners and other stakeholders.
• Advise clients on the strategic definition of their projects, including project scope, objectives,
  activities, eligible costs, business model, financial plan and funding strategy.
• Critically assess project ideas and challenge clients’ assumptions to strengthen the quality,
  credibility and competitiveness of their proposals.
• Ensure consistency between the technical, commercial, financial and implementation aspects of
  each application.
•  Research relevant market, technological and policy trends to support the positioning and
  support the definition and formation of consortia for collaborative European projects, where
  applicable.
• Apply Evolution’s internal procedures and quality standards throughout each phase of the proposal-development process.

Requirements

• A university degree in Engineering or Science—such as Telecommunications, Computer Science,
  Industrial Engineering or a related discipline—ideally complemented by studies or professional
  experience in Business, Finance or Management.
• At least three years of relevant experience in the preparation and coordination of European R&D&I
  funding proposals.
• Demonstrable experience and a proven track record in developing competitive funding
  applications. Experience with successful proposals will be highly valued.
• Strong knowledge of European funding programmes, evaluation processes and proposal-
  development requirements.
• Up-to-date knowledge of EU policies, strategic priorities and funding frameworks, together with the
  ability to translate them into relevant proposal strategies.An excellent command of written and spoken English. Proficiency in additional European languages
  will be considered an advantage.
•  Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, with the confidence to question assumptions, identify
  weaknesses and provide constructive recommendations to clients.
• The ability to understand and connect the technical, commercial and financial dimensions of
  innovation projects.
• Excellent organisational and project-management skills, including the ability to coordinate multiple
  contributors and work effectively under demanding deadlines.
• A high degree of autonomy, reliability, initiative and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to advise and constructively
  challenge senior client representatives.

We value professionals who combine rigorous analysis with creativity, sound judgement and a genuine
commitment to helping innovative companies develop stronger, more ambitious and more competitive
projects.

We offer

• Freelance assignments focused on securing public funding through a range of European innovation
  programmes.
• The opportunity to work on ambitious, high-impact R&D&I projects across different sectors and
  technologies.
• Collaboration with innovative start-ups, scale-ups, research organisations and established
  companies from across Europe.
• Clearly defined assignments, responsibilities, deliverables and timelines for each project.
• Access to Evolution’s methodologies, internal procedures and quality standards, together with
  support from an experienced European funding team.
• Flexibility to organise your work independently and remotely, in coordination with the project team
  and client.
• Opportunities for recurring assignments and long-term collaboration, depending on project
  availability and performance.
• Competitive freelance remuneration, agreed according to the scope and requirements of each
  assignment.

Project themes

Our projects cover a broad range of deep-tech sectors and application areas, including:

• Digital and emerging technologies: artificial intelligence, advanced computing, semiconductors,
  photonics, quantum technologies, robotics, cybersecurity and next-generation communications.
• Health and life sciences: biotechnology, medical technologies, diagnostics, digital health,
  therapeutics and advanced healthcare solutions.
• Energy and climate technologies: renewable energy, energy storage, hydrogen, decarbonisation,
  carbon management and climate adaptation.
• Advanced materials and industrial technologies: nanotechnology, new materials, advanced
  manufacturing, process innovation, industrial automation and circular production systems.
• Mobility, space and security: sustainable transport, electric and autonomous mobility, aerospace,
  space technologies, defence and dual-use innovations.
• Food, agriculture and the bioeconomy: agritech, food technologies, sustainable agriculture,
  biomanufacturing, resource efficiency and environmental solutions.

At Evolution, we are looking for an EU Funding Trainee to support our team in the preparation of proposals
for European R&D&I funding programmes.

This opportunity is aimed at a junior professional who is genuinely curious about innovation and eager to
understand how emerging technologies can move from development to market. You will work with highly
innovative companies and research organisations, gaining exposure to different deep-tech sectors and
learning how strong European funding proposals are developed.

Responsibilities

• Working under the guidance of experienced Proposal Managers, you will support activities such as:
• Researching innovative technologies, markets, competitors and industry trends.
• Analysing EU policies, funding calls and work programmes.
• Supporting the assessment of how projects align with the objectives and requirements of European
  funding programmes.
• Gathering and organising technical, commercial and financial information provided by clients.
• Contributing to the drafting and improvement of selected proposal sections.
• Supporting the development of market analyses, competitor assessments and state-of-the-art
  reviews.
• Helping to define clear value propositions, expected impacts and routes to market.
• Reviewing proposals for clarity, consistency, completeness and compliance with call requirements.
• Preparing tables, figures and other supporting content for applications.
• Assisting Proposal Managers with the coordination and administrative aspects of the proposal-
  development process.
• Use AI tools effectively to support research, information synthesis, content development and quality
  reviews, while critically verifying outputs, sources and factual accuracy.
• Applying Evolution’s internal procedures and quality standards throughout each assignment.

Requirements

• A recent degree or final-year studies in Engineering, Science, Economics, Business, Innovation
  Management or another relevant discipline.
• A genuine passion for innovation and a strong interest in learning about highly innovative
  technologies and understanding their potential route to market.
• An excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Strong research, analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• The ability to examine information critically, identify gaps or inconsistencies and ask relevant
  questions.
• Clear and structured writing skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Curiosity and the ability to learn quickly about unfamiliar technologies, sectors and markets.
• Good organisational and time-management skills, including the ability to work on different tasks
  and meet deadlines.
• A strong command of generative AI tools and the ability to use them efficiently, critically and
  responsibly in a professional environment.
• Initiative, reliability and a collaborative attitude.
• Knowledge of European funding programmes or previous experience in proposal preparation will be
  valued but is not required.

What we value

We are looking for someone who does not simply collect and reproduce information, but who wants to
understand it. The ideal candidate will be curious about how technologies work, why they matter, which
problems they solve and what is required to bring them successfully to market.

A critical mindset is essential: we value people who ask thoughtful questions, challenge unclear assumptions
and look for evidence to support the claims presented in a proposal.

We offer

• Practical training in the preparation of competitive European R&D&I funding proposals.
• Exposure to ambitious innovation projects across a broad range of deep-tech sectors.
• The opportunity to learn from experienced European funding consultants and Proposal Managers.
• Direct insight into the technical, commercial, financial and strategic aspects of innovation projects.
• Experience working with start-ups, scale-ups, research organisations and established companies
  from across Europe.
• A structured and collaborative working environment that encourages curiosity, initiative and
  professional development.
• The opportunity to progressively take on greater responsibility as your knowledge and skills
  develop.