The company
Bax is an innovation consultancy that supports changemakers in building pilots, tools, and collaborations that turn ideas into societal impact.
With offices in Barcelona, Brussels, Cambridge, Düsseldorf, and Utrecht, we empower more than 1,200 public and private organisations to design and pilot new solutions for the biggest challenges facing our society and environment. From the energy transition and urban greening to healthcare innovation, we work on ideas that matter with changemakers from every corner of society.
With a network of 3,000 partners and active projects in 44 countries, clients who work with Bax join one of Europe’s biggest innovation ecosystems. Every one of our clients and partners is putting a big idea into the real world. Everyone at Bax believes in collaboration and real-world testing. And every client receives committed support from our team of 75 innovation specialists.
The position
Bax is seeking an urban planner/regional economic development specialist with 2-3 years of experience to join our Local Energy Systems team as an innovation consultant [1] at our headquarters in Barcelona:
We expect you to participate in different assignments that cover a range of energy topics such as developing local energy systems / smart grids, city energy action planning, public sector-led business models and positive energy neighbourhoods.
Your role will involve supporting strategy development, project management, and the delivery of innovative solutions in this field.
[1] https://baxcompany.com/topics/energy/
Key Responsibilities include:
Project Design and Implementation Support: Assist in the design and execution of innovation initiatives focused on local energy systems and energy efficiency solutions. These projects may involve various funding sources.
Project Support and Conceptualisation: Contribute to managing and conceptualising projects at the forefront of local energy systems. Support the successful delivery of results to our clients, focusing on the integration and advancement of renewable energy technologies.
Impact Assessment: Help evaluate the economic, environmental, and societal impacts of innovative renewable energy pilot projects. Contribute to developing future scenarios and providing strategic recommendations to public and private sector clients.
We are seeking an ambitious, fast-learning candidate with a passion for renewable energy, who is eager for career advancement in a boutique consultancy focused on real impact.
- Education: A completed MSc in a field related to business, economics, urban planning or relevant areas.
- Experience: Ideally 2-3 years of professional experience in the energy sector or with local/regional authorities, and a demonstrated interest or background in renewable energy projects.
- Languages: Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in Dutch, German, or another European language is a strong asset.
- Writing skills: Strong writing skills are required; both with and without the use of AI; we need you to enjoy and be good at creating convincing arguments, and easily translating complex technical concepts into clear and compelling business language.
- Soft skills: we expect a great deal of autonomy and proactivity, being able to communicate professionally with partners and clients, managing and leading discussions and public presentations.
Life at Bax
We offer a competitive compensation package and foster a positive, entrepreneurial company culture where new ideas and initiatives are encouraged. Work-life balance is very important to us.
Bax provides employees with the freedom to shape their career paths. With a flat hierarchy, consultants are encouraged to develop work on topics that inspire them. Each new hire is paired with an experienced consultant mentor to support professional growth. We recognise that our people work best when they’re comfortable and healthy.
Please note that these roles may involve occasional travel to client locations across Europe, requiring availability for a few trips per year.
What Bax offers you
- Permanent contract
- Hybrid and flexible work options
- Shorter workday on Fridays
- Flexible remuneration package (health insurance, transport, lunch)
- Subsidised gym membership
- Regular team building (including ski and summer trips)
To be considered for this position, you will need to be in possession of a nationality or a permit that allows you to work in Spain at the time of application.
