Project Lead Circular and Sharing Economy; Dutch speaking

Project Lead Circular and Sharing Economy (Dutch speaking)

Bax is a strategic consultancy firm for knowledge and innovation. We support changemakers in developing policy, strategy, collaborative projects, methodologies and tools to bring ideas to social and economic impact.

With offices in Barcelona, Brussels, Cambridge, Düsseldorf and Utrecht, we work with more than 1,200 public and private organisations to accelerate transitions. From energy and raw materials transition, climate adaptation, biobased economy to liveable cities. With companies, governments, knowledge institutions, development agencies, interest groups and other players in innovation ecosystems.

We combine technical knowledge with experience in the field of mission-driven innovation. We are spider-in-the-web for complex, multiple tasks, without a clear trigger. With our design approach, we work on solutions, with and for our clients.

For our Sharing Economy team, we are looking for a project lead with 3 to 6 years of experience in research, innovation and/or business development around circular economy and sharing concepts.

You will work on various assignments related to circularity and circular business models, including the sharing and rental economy. This may include: developing a vision and strategy with governments, designing implementation programmes, supporting retailers and producers in experiments, strengthening the innovation ecosystem and developing and coordinating European public-private partnership projects.

This role is ideal for someone who takes ownership, conducts strategic discussions and contributes to the realization of innovative solutions in this domain.

Project Definition:
Devising, developing and launching innovation initiatives in the field of circular and sharing economy. Both European-supported and privately funded projects.

Project management:
Take a leading role in conceptualizing and managing research, pilot, and demonstration projects. Achieve, share and communicate results. Develop new advisory services for sharing and circularity.

Measuring impact:
Assess the economic, environmental and social impact of innovative circular and collaborative economy services. Developing future scenarios and formulating strategic recommendations for public and private clients.

You are an ambitious, inquisitive professional with a passion for the circular economy and a strong motivation to make a career within a boutique consultancy that strives for social and economic impact.

• Education:Completed master’s degree in business, economics, industrial engineering, industrial design or a related field.
• Experience:At least 3 to 6 years of professional experience in the circular sector and demonstrable interest or background in circular business models and the sharing economy.
• Languages:Fluency in Dutch and English are essential. Knowledge of other languages is a strong plus.
• Writing skills:Strong writing skills are required; both with and without the use of AI. You must have a passion for formulating compelling arguments and turning complex technical concepts into clear and engaging business language.
• Soft skills:We expect a high degree of autonomy and proactivity, strong communication skills and the ability to lead discussions and public presentations

We offer a competitive salary package and a positive, entrepreneurial corporate culture, in which new ideas and initiatives are encouraged. A good work-life balance is very important to us.

Bax offers employees the freedom to shape their own careers. Because of our flat structure, consultants are encouraged to work on themes that inspire them. Every new employee is paired with an experienced mentor to support professional growth. We recognize that people perform best when they feel comfortable and healthy.

Please note that this position requires trips to clients and events in Europe several times a year.

• Permanent contract
• Reimbursement of old-age provision
• Commuting allowance
• Reimbursement of telephone costs
• Twice a few years a strategic session in Spain

Send your CV and motivation letter via our website, in which you explain how your knowledge, competencies and ambitions match the vacancy.

Interviews are scheduled immediately when we receive an interesting application. We therefore encourage you to respond quickly.

To be eligible for this position, you must have a nationality or permit that allows you to work in the Netherlands or Spain at the time of application.

Bax is all about innovation, and innovation is about diversity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, experiences and identities to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and treat all employees and applicants equally, regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability or age.