Who are we?

For more than 15 years, with 2,600 employees across 42 offices in 7 countries, Abylsen has been supporting its clients in tackling technological and industrial challenges through engineering consulting and innovation.

With a turnover of €215 million and over 650 clients worldwide, we help companies accelerate their projects in sectors such as Industry, Energy, Life Sciences, IT, Infrastructure and Transport.

At Abylsen, we believe in entrepreneurship, autonomy and collective intelligence. We encourage our talents to explore, innovate and create value while developing their own careers.

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Equal opportunities

No barrier should hold back talent ! Dedicated to equal opportunities, our Group embraces an inclusive approach: every position is open to all, and we actively support the integration of people with disabilities.

Your challenge

To support our ambitious growth in the Netherlands, we are looking for a (Senior) Business Manager with a strong understanding of the Dutch engineering consulting market.

This is not a role focused on managing an existing portfolio. We are looking for an entrepreneurial individual who is excited by the opportunity to develop and expand our presence in the South of the Netherlands.

You may be based in regions such as Eindhoven, Breda, Tilburg, Den Bosch, Roosendaal or Zeeland, but regular presence at our Antwerp office is required to ensure close collaboration with management, recruitment teams and colleagues.

Your responsibilities

Business Development

Develop and grow Abylsen's engineering consulting activities in the South Netherlands region.
Identify and acquire new clients within sectors such as Industry, Energy, High-Tech, Manufacturing, Infrastructure and related engineering environments.
Build long-term partnerships with key decision-makers.
Understand customer challenges and propose tailored consulting solutions.
Negotiate commercial agreements and ensure client satisfaction.

Recruitment & Consultant Management

In close collaboration with our Talent Acquisition team, identify and attract engineering consultants.
Build and manage your own team of consultants.
Support, coach and develop consultants throughout their career path.
Ensure a high level of consultant engagement and retention.

Business Unit Development

Act as a true intrapreneur and contribute to the growth strategy of the Dutch market.
Monitor business performance and profitability.
Define and execute action plans to achieve ambitious growth targets.
Work closely with the management team based in Antwerp.

What we offer

A unique opportunity to build and develop a market with significant growth potential.
A high level of autonomy and entrepreneurial freedom.
Direct impact on the development of Abylsen in the Netherlands.
A collaborative and ambitious international environment.
An attractive compensation package including:
- Competitive fixed salary
- Performance-based bonus scheme
- Company car
- Comprehensive benefits package

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process includes:

An introductory call with Talent Acquisition.

An interview with the Talent Acquisition.

A meeting with the Business Unit Director and Regional Management.

A personality assessment (optional) to better understand your drivers and support your future integration.

Your profile

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Engineering or a related field.
Proven experience as a Business Manager, Business Developer, Account Manager or similar role within the engineering consulting sector in the Netherlands.
Strong knowledge of the Dutch engineering consultancy landscape and key industrial players.
Experience in business development and client acquisition.
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build activities from scratch.
Fluent in Dutch and English. French is considered an asset.
Willingness to travel regularly throughout the South Netherlands region and to be present frequently at our Antwerp office.

What will make you successful?