Portfolio Manager (Ops, Finance & Strategy) | GCO Ventures

GCO Ventures·Barcelona, Spain

What they offer

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

What they ask for

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    GCO Ventures doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Speak native-level Spanish

    Listed as a requirement in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Barcelona for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have senior-level experience

    Senior-level role.

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About the role

We are GCO Ventures, the innovation vehicle of Grupo Catalana Occidente.

We create and drive high-growth potential projects, combining the building of new businesses with investing in and supporting startups.

Through a venture building methodology, we work from opportunity identification to validation and launch of initiatives, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and focusing on experimentation, execution, and continuous learning.

We are looking for a person to join as a Portfolio Manager (Ops, Finance & Strategy) and contribute to the growth of our portfolio companies, combining strategy, finance, and hands-on execution to drive their development and value creation.

What you'll do

  • Monitor the performance of startups in the portfolio from launch and scaling phases to exit/closure, overseeing reporting and ensuring data quality and consistency.

  • Define and optimize the playbook for portfolio monitoring, including key metrics, financial performance targets, and benchmarks (revenues, costs, structure, etc.).

  • Analyze markets, trends, and opportunities to identify growth levers and provide strategic value to portfolio companies.

  • Review and optimize business and financial plans, constructively challenging and supporting CEOs in defining milestones and strategy.

  • Act as a sparring partner for CEOs, combining critical thinking with direct support in execution to maximize results.

  • Identify areas for improvement and growth, expansion, or strategic pivot levers, working hands-on with teams to prioritize and execute.

What you'll get

  • Economic, social, training, and professional growth benefits.

  • Flexible working hours with central offices in Barcelona.

  • Hybrid format, with 2 days of remote work per week.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic team. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not perfectly match every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway.

What are we looking for?

  • Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Finance, or similar; additional training in digital business or an MBA is valued.

  • Experience in portfolio management and monitoring, with a focus on performance and value creation, ideally in Venture Building, Corporate Venture, or Innovation environments.

  • Experience in strategy and business development, including defining operational and business plans end-to-end.

  • Strong financial background: ability to build and analyze financial models, projections, unit economics, and key metrics.

  • Experience in PMO / complex project management, leading multiple initiatives in parallel with rigor and structure.

  • Strong analytical and synthesis skills, oriented toward strategic decision-making.

  • Experience working with executive teams (C-level), with the ability to influence and constructively challenge.

  • Effective communication and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in both Spanish and English.

Especially valued:

  • Exposure to startup environments in different stages (0 to 1, scaleup, exit).

  • Experience in defining go-to-market, expansion, or strategic pivots.

  • Knowledge of capital raising and relationships with investors.

  • Familiarity with transaction environments (M&A, investment, corporate finance, or similar).

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About the company

GCO Ventures

GCO Ventures

Venture Capital and Private Equity