Laboratory Project Lead

Applus+ Laboratories; Cerdanyola del Vallés; Presencial; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading testing and certification provider in Cerdanyola del Vallés is seeking a Head of Cost & Project Analysis. This role combines executive assistance with financial analysis and requires exceptional organizational and strategic skills. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in consulting or analytical roles and advanced proficiency in both English and Spanish. Responsibilities include cost analysis, monitoring KPIs, and supporting senior executives in key projects.

Formación

• 3-5 years of experience in consulting, auditing or similar analytical roles.
• Previous experience in senior management support roles is a plus.
• Advanced level of both English and Spanish.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct cost analysis and project follow-up.
• Monitor and analyze key financial and non-financial metrics.
• Prepare EVP dashboard with inputs from different areas.
• Support EVP in strategic projects and liaise with corresponding areas.
• Ensure compliance with group policies and procedures.
• Act as liaison between EVP and stakeholders.

Conocimientos

Organizational skills

Analytical abilities

Financial acumen

Advanced communication skills

Proactiveness

Discretion and confidentiality

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or similar

MBA

Herramientas

Microsoft Office Suite

PowerBI

Descripción del empleo

We are Applus+ Laboratories, a division of the Applus+ Group that provides testing and certification services to improve the competitiveness of our client products and encourage innovation.

Head of Cost & Project analysis

This role combines executive assistance with financial analysis, follow-up of key strategic projects and communication with key stakeholders. It requires exceptional organization, strategic thinking, autonomy, and the ability to operate at the highest levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Cost analysis and project follow-up
• Monitor and analyze key financial and non‑financial metrics and KPIs
• Prepare EVP dashboard with inputs from the different areas
• Support the EVP in key projects (budgeting process, M&A opportunities, etc.) and liaise with corresponding areas
• Conduct strategic analysis to support decisions with finance, product, sales, etc.
• Ensure compliance with group policies and procedures
• Manage EVP's priorities and strategic initiatives
• Act as primary liaison between EVP and internal/external stakeholders
• Prepare briefing materials, presentations, and reports for executive meetings
• Attend executive committee sessions and prepare minutes and follow‑up actions
• Coordinate and follow up on strategic projects and decisions
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with utmost discretion

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance or similar. An MBA is highly valuable.
• 3‑5 years of experience in consulting, auditing or similar analytical roles.
• Previous experience in senior management support roles is a plus.
• Advanced level of both English and Spanish.

Core Competencies

• Exceptional organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Financial acumen.
• Advanced communication skills across all organizational levels.
• Proactiveness and autonomy, with ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.
• Executive presence suitable for Board‑level interactions.
• Discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and digital applications such as PowerBI.
• Strong presentation and report‑writing capabilities.
• Project management skills.