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Business Development Director - Portugal - iCEO #98359

Experience

Senior European Executive with 20+ years leading multi-country operations, strategic accounts, and P&L across telecom, insurance, and technology sectors, driving growth and operational transformation.

Major Achievements

Led multi-country operations across Europe, managing teams of 100+ and a multi-million euro P&L, driving revenue growth from sub-€600k to over €2.2Mk while improving profitability and maintaining KPIs above target levels.

Industry Sector Competencies

Electronics

Telecommunications

Consumer Goods

Financial Services

Insurance

Professional Objectives

Function: Senior leadership roles such as COO, VP / Director of Operations, or Head of Business Operations, with a focus on multi-country operations, transformation, and P&L responsibility.

Sector: Telecommunications, Insurance / Insurtech, Technology and Service-driven industries, particularly wi

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: Porto with regular international travel.

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Countries Covered

Brazil

Germany

Italy

Portugal

Spain

Operational Competencies

ESG & sustainability strategy (Expert)

Technologies to market (Professional)

Business development (Expert)

Acquisition and shadow management (Professional)

New product or service launch (Expert)

Geographical expansion (Professional)

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)

Close down or sell off (Professional)

Pre or post investment audit (Professional)