Business Development Manager – HR Consulting (Engineering)

Actual Talent; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Hybrid working model

Competitive compensation

Inspiring workspace

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Barcelona is seeking a Business Development Manager for Engineering consulting. The role involves driving business development and managing client relationships across the Engineering sector. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in Engineering, sales, or recruitment consultancy, and fluency in Spanish and English. This position offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience within the Engineering industry.
• Previous exposure to business development, sales, or recruitment consultancy is a strong plus.
• Fluency in Spanish and English required; a third European language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage a strong portfolio of clients within the Engineering sector.
• Drive business development initiatives and expand key accounts across Spain and Europe.
• Oversee and support recruitment projects for technical, managerial, and executive roles.
• Recruit, develop, and mentor a team of consultants to ensure delivery and client satisfaction.
• Foster a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and high-performance team culture.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

BSc or MSc in Engineering or related field

Job description

At Actual Talent, our purpose is to drive the growth and fulfilment of both individuals and organizations. We connect inspiring professionals with opportunities where they can thrive, and we help organizations discover the talent that will take them to the next level.

Our solutions integrate talent acquisition, talent development, diversity and inclusion, and innovation through cutting-edge technology.

Part of Actual Group, a €1.5B European HR leader, Actual Talent delivers tailored, transparent, and high-impact recruitment solutions through our core service lines:

• Executive Search
• RPO
• Talent Solutions

About the role

Actual Talent is currently expanding its international footprint to become a key partner in Engineering talent acquisition and development across Europe.

We support recruitment projects across multiple Engineering domains, including Manufacturing, Industry, Energy, Pharma & Biotech, and Supply Chain & Logistics.

We are now looking for a Business Development Manager – HR Consulting (Engineering) to lead the growth of our Engineering practice in Barcelona.

This role combines business development, client leadership, and team management, within a high-growth HR consultancy environment.

Key responsibilities

As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving the growth of the Engineering practice, building long-term client partnerships, and leading a team of consultants toward high performance and impact.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Developing and managing a strong portfolio of clients within the Engineering sector.
• Driving business development initiatives and expanding key accounts across Spain and Europe.
• Overseeing and supporting recruitment projects for technical, managerial, and executive roles within engineering environments.
• Recruiting, developing, and mentoring a team of consultants to ensure excellence in delivery and client satisfaction.
• Fostering a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and high-performance team culture.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 7 years of experience within the Engineering industry.
• Previous exposure to business development, sales, or recruitment consultancy is a strong plus.

Education

• BSc or MSc in Engineering or a related technical field (strongly preferred).

Languages

• Fluency in Spanish and English required.
• A third European language is a plus.

Key competences

• Strong commercial mindset with a consultative approach.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable in fast-paced, growth-oriented environments.
• Natural leadership skills and passion for developing people and teams.

What we offer

• Work-life balance: flexible working hours and hybrid working model.
• Inspiring workspace: vibrant offices at Aticco, with access to yoga, pilates, breakfast, afterworks, and more.
• Competitive compensation: attractive base salary + performance-based bonus + restaurant tickets.
• Career growth: the opportunity to lead, grow a practice, and make a real impact within a people-driven, innovative HR consultancy.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional who wants to play a key role in guiding consultants, managing international searches, and building long-term client and candidate relationships.