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Strategy & Operations Manager in Barcelona – Energy & Telecommunications | French-speaking

On-site in Barcelona & Madrid·Added over 2 years ago (last checked 7 Oct)

BIP

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Barcelona & Madrid
Spanish: Fluent
English: Required
Other languages: French
Experience: 5+ years

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Around 5-8 years of professional experience, with a strong background in strategy, management or operations consulting and proven experience leading projects and teams.
Knowledge of Energy, Utilities, Infrastructure or Telecommunications is highly valued, although strong candidates from other sectors are also welcome.
Fluent English and fluent or bilingual French (C1/C2). Spanish is a must and Catalan is valuable.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure complex issues and deliver pragmatic solutions.
Excellent communication skills and confidence interacting with senior client stakeholders.
Entrepreneurial mindset, proactivity and interest in business development and the growth of the practice.

The role

Bip is an international consulting firm supporting leading organisations in the Energy and Telecommunications sectors in the definition of their strategy and the transformation of their operations. From our team in Spain, you will work with leading companies and sector associations in Iberia, with significant opportunities to participate in international projects across Europe and other global markets.

We are looking for a Strategy & Operations Manager to join our growing Barcelona team and play a key role in the development of our Energy & Telecom practice. The position combines project leadership, senior client exposure, team management and business development, in a collaborative and entrepreneurial environment with strong career development opportunities.

The role has a strong international dimension. French-speaking candidates are particularly relevant to support the continued development of our business in France and other French-speaking markets, while working from Barcelona as part of our Iberian team.

What you'll do

As a Manager, you will take ownership of projects from definition to delivery, combining rigorous problem solving with client leadership, team development and contribution to the growth of the practice.

Experience: around 5-8 years of professional experience

Your main responsibilities will include

Leading strategy, transformation and operational improvement projects from definition to delivery
Structuring complex problems and translating analysis into clear, actionable recommendations
Managing project teams and building trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders
Identifying and developing new business opportunities and contributing to proposals
Coaching junior team members and contributing to the development of knowledge and the practice

The type of projects you may work on includes

Growth strategy, business planning and commercial strategy
Operating model and organisational transformation
Operational excellence and performance improvement
M&A, commercial due diligence and post-merger integration / separation
Regulatory, market and digital transformation projects

Hiring process

3 steps3 interviews

CV assessment
Interview with HR
With HR
Technical interview
With a line manager
Interview with a Partner
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If there is no match now, the CV is kept on file for future opportunities.

About BIP

BIP is a global management consulting firm specializing in strategy, operations, and digital transformation, with a strong focus on sectors such as life sciences, energy, financial services, and telecommunications. The company operates across multiple countries and employs thousands of professionals worldwide, delivering end-to-end consulting services that combine strategic insight with operational execution.

In Spain, BIP has a significant presence with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering a range of roles from entry-level consultants to senior managers and specialized technical positions like AI engineering. The company is known for its collaborative, international work environment and actively hires professionals from diverse backgrounds, making it an attractive option for international talent looking to build a career in consulting in Spain.

Industry: Consulting
Founded: 2003
Employees: 5,000–10,000
Headquarters: Milan, Italy
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona
Website: bip-group.com

Good to know if you are moving

BIP has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, offering opportunities in two of Spain's most dynamic cities.
The company works with a diverse range of sectors, including life sciences, energy, and financial services, providing varied project experiences.
BIP's international footprint means that professionals may have opportunities to collaborate with global teams and work on cross-border projects.
The company values innovation and digital transformation, making it a good fit for professionals with skills in AI, cloud, and data.
BIP offers roles at various levels, from entry-level to senior management, which can be suitable for professionals at different career stages.

In their own words

About the company & team

Bip has more than 6,000 professionals globally and works across more than 40 countries. In Iberia, more than 300 professionals are based in Madrid, Barcelona and Lisbon. Our flexible working model, individual development plans, coaching and accelerated career opportunities are designed to support both professional growth and personal development.

Additional information

Bip Iberia, in line with its commitment to and consistency with the Comprehensive Law for Equal Treatment and Non-Discrimination, opens all positions to all individuals who are duly qualified to fill the vacancy, regardless of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race, or creed.

BUSINESS INTEGRATION PARTNERS CONSULTING IBERIA, S.L., with Tax ID B84701903 and contact Enrique Martín, will process the data received when you apply for this position as Data Controller, for the purpose of managing the currently active selection process based on the application of pre-contractual measures under Article 6.1(b) of the GDPR, as well as for future selection processes if your profile is of interest, based on consent under Article 6.1(a).

BUSINESS INTEGRATION PARTNERS CONSULTING IBERIA, S.L. will not disclose your data to third parties except where required by law. Likewise, your CV will be retained for a maximum period of 1 year, after which it will be destroyed.

You may also exercise your rights of access, rectification, erasure, objection, restriction of processing, data portability, and the right not to be subject to automated individual decision-making, or request additional information about the processing by contacting: dpo-bipspain@bip-group.com.

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