Associate Partner - Funding/ Innovation Advisory

Salary Range: 1 to 1 (Currency: EUR) (Pay period: per-month-salary)

You will:

• Build and grow the business by developing a strong sales pipeline and executing market growth strategies;
• Build long-lasting relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders across the public, private, and innovation sectors;
• Lead consulting, funding, and innovation projects from opportunity identification to successful delivery;
• Advise clients on EU and national funding opportunities, including Horizon Europe, EIC Accelerator, Structural Funds, and other international funding programmes;
• Develop high-quality funding proposals and support clients throughout project implementation;
• Design and deliver innovation programmes, acceleration initiatives, workshops, and advisory services that strengthen entrepreneurship, R&D, and innovation ecosystems;
• Identify high-potential startups and collaborate with founders, investors, corporations, universities, and public institutions to foster innovation;
• Grow, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team by creating a culture of collaboration, learning, and professional development;
• Contribute to the development of new consulting services and actively support Civitta's growth locally and internationally.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in consulting, EU funding, innovation, business development, or a related field;
• Proven experience in developing business opportunities and building a strong sales pipeline;
• Strong understanding of EU and national funding programmes and the innovation ecosystem;
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to identify market opportunities and develop new service lines;
• Demonstrated leadership experience in building, mentoring, and managing high-performing teams;
• Ability to manage multiple projects, stakeholders, and complex initiatives independently;
• Passion for innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, and creating measurable societal impact;
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills;
• Professional-level English and Slovenian language.

Benefits:

• Accelerated Career Growth – we invest in your development through coaching, mentoring, and regular performance reviews to help you grow faster and with purpose;
• Compensation & Profit Sharing: a guaranteed monthly salary complemented by performance-based rewards, including profit sharing based on individual P&L, additional team and group-wide profit sharing, and the opportunity to become a shareholder over time;
• Entrepreneurial Freedom – shape your own path, contribute ideas, and take the lead on initiatives that matter to you;
• Flexible Working Hours – manage your workday with flexibility and the option to work from home twice a week;
• Culture & Connection – from engaging team bonding activities such as Christmas parties and Summer events to spontaneous celebrations, monthly team breakfast or lunches, we believe in recognizing wins—big or small—and celebrating them together;
• International Offsite Trips – every year, we travel to an exciting destination to spend time together with the entire Civitta team, strengthening connections and creating unforgettable memories;
• Gifts Programme – welcome boxes, birthday surprises and holiday cheer, we make sure your special moments are recognized;
• Local Benefits Package – enjoy a comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being and professional needs.