Senior Business Developer – Innovation IT Solutions

Italy | Rome, Milano

full-time

Permanent employee

Join PNO Digital (Innovation Engineering Srl), the tech powerhouse of the PNO Group, in shaping digital solutions that drive innovation across industries. We are looking for a Senior Business Developer with deep experience in B2B tech sales, especially in business intelligence and knowledge management, to lead our commercial expansion efforts.

What are you going to do?

To lead the identification, engagement, and conversion of business opportunities for our innovation IT solutions. You’ll match client needs with digital platforms that enhance their innovation capabilities, while shaping strategic growth for PNO Digital.

Identify and acquire new clients within the innovation ecosystem.
Define and execute commercial strategies to drive business growth.
Present our proprietary solutions to decision-makers and stakeholders.
Lead contract negotiations and finalize commercial agreements.

Analyze market trends and customer needs to inform development.
Collaborate with tech teams to align delivery with client expectations.
Ensure project success through oversight and stakeholder engagement.
Contribute to internal processes and business development tools.

Do you have any questions about this position? I’d love to tell you more about it! Please contact me.

What do we offer you?

Work with cutting-edge digital products in a purpose-driven company.
Be part of national and international innovation initiatives.
Collaborate with a high-performing, cross-functional team.
Enjoy a permanent contract with competitive pay: €50,000 fixed salary plus up to €50,000 in performance-based bonuses.

Leverage flexible smart working – up to 100% remote.
Receive tailored training and mentorship opportunities.
Grow in a culture of entrepreneurship, craftsmanship, and collaboration.
Thrive in a workplace that values authenticity, fun, and personal growth.

About you

10+ years of experience in B2B business development within the IT or digital innovation sectors.
Proven success with SaaS and pay-per-use business models, particularly in the innovation ecosystem.
Strong understanding of business intelligence and knowledge management technologies.
Well-established network across innovation and digital transformation communities.

Excellent communicator with persuasive technical storytelling ability.
Skilled in market analysis and go-to-market execution.
Fluent in Italian and English.
Comfortable working in a hybrid model, with a primary base in Rome.

About us

PNO Innovation is the leading innovation and funding consultancy in Europe. With our broad sector expertise, generative AI tools and more than 40 years of experience in national and European grants, we help give space to good ideas and make innovation happen.

PNO Innovation employs more than 600 professionals across offices throughout Europe: Belgium, France, Greece, Italy, The Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain and the UK. What started more than 40 years ago as a student project in the Netherlands has grown into a European industry leader with a focus on creating sustainable impact.