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Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Pharma ConsultancyASPHALION is a leading international consulting firm in the growing pharmaceutical and biotech sector. We are looking for a Chief Operating Officer in Barcelona who, serving on the direction committee, will be responsible for the following duties:Main responsibilities:Ensure compliance with quality, service, and profitability standards for projects in different business areas.Oversee the profitability of operational areas, ensuring a balance between cost efficiency and service excellence.Monitor operating budgets and critical KPIs to ensure the sustainable growth of the company.Analyze and redesign current operational flows to improve efficiency and profitability through automation and advanced software.Analyze improvements in company processes and propose improvements through digitization and the implementation of new tools.Lead strategic meetings and coordinate area managers to meet the objectives set by the company.Organize and lead internal meetings to achieve previously set objectives.Requirements:-Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences or related fields; MBA is a plus.- Minimum 8 years of experience in senior operational leadership roles (COO, Operations Director or similar), preferably in pharma, biotech or consulting environments.- Strong background in operations management, budget control and profitability optimization across multiple business areas.- Solid knowledge of financial management, including P&L oversight, cost control and KPI monitoring.- Proven experience in process optimization, automation and digital transformation, including implementation of advanced software tools.- High level of spoken and written English (C1+)- Strategic and hands‑on leadership with experience working at executive committee level.- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with a results‑driven mindset.-Excellent communication abilities.- Ability to lead, align and motivate multidisciplinary teams.- Change‑oriented, proactive and focused on continuous improvement and innovation.Why working at Asphalion?️ Wide variety of projects, new challenges and experiences.↗️ Training and personal development program.Catalonia, Catalonia S3 Science RecruitmentChief Scientific Officer (CSO)Location: Barcelona, Spain (Hybrid)Compensation: Executive‑level salary + meaningful equity participationWe are partnering with an ambitious, science‑driven biotech based in Barcelona to appoint a Chief Scientific Officer who will define, lead, and own the company’s scientific strategy from discovery through early clinical development. This is a pivotal executive role for a senior scientific leader who combines deep technical credibility with strategic foresight and decisive leadership.As CSO, you will be entrusted with shaping the long‑term scientific vision, translating cutting‑edge research into robust development programmes, and building a high‑performing scientific organisation capable of delivering value at pace.Key ResponsibilitiesSet and own the scientific vision and R&D strategy, aligned with corporate and investor objectivesLead discovery, preclinical, and translational activities, ensuring scientific excellence and disciplined executionAct as the scientific authority internally and externally, representing the company to investors, partners, and key opinion leadersBuild, mentor, and scale a world‑class scientific team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and rigorDrive decision‑making across pipeline prioritisation, resource allocation, and risk managementOversee scientific governance, data integrity, and readiness for regulatory interactionsPartner closely with the CEO and Board to support fundraising, partnering, and long‑term growth strategyCandidate ProfilePhD or MD/PhD in a relevant scientific disciplineProven leadership experience at executive or senior R&D leadership level within biotech or pharmaStrong track record of advancing programmes from discovery through IND‑enabling / early clinical stagesDemonstrated ability to operate in fast‑paced, capital‑efficient environmentsStrategic thinker with the confidence to make high‑impact scientific and organisational decisionsExcellent communicator, capable of influencing at Board and investor levelWhy JoinOpportunity to shape the scientific direction of a high‑potential biotech at a critical stage of growthSignificant ownership and influence at executive leadership levelWork from Barcelona — one of Europe’s leading life science hubs, offering exceptional quality of lifeCompetitive executive compensation with meaningful equity upsideNext StepsThis role is being handled on a confidential basis. For an initial discussion, please apply or contact our retained search team directly.As CFO, you’ll be the financial backbone of the company, leading everything from corporate finance and cash flow management to long‑term strategic planning. You’ll work alongside our executive team to shape budget models, optimize capital structure, and drive financial performance across multiple regions.Key Focus AreasStrengthen liquidity and capital efficiencyBuild scalable financial operations across global entitiesDrive company‑wide planning, forecasting, and board‑level reportingEnsure compliance, risk mitigation, and audit readinessSupport the CEO and GMs on growth opportunities, financial strategy, and future fundraisingAbout YouYou bring over a decade of finance leadership experience, ideally in a startup or fast‑growth tech environment. You’re fluent in GAAP and have a track record of elevating financial systems (bonus if you’ve worked with NetSuite). You’re equally at home making big strategic calls and getting into the details.What Success Looks Like in Year OneImproved financial stability with a clear roadmap for growthStronger operational processes across U.S. and international marketsBoard‑aligned strategies for tax, financing, and equityAudit‑ready financials and streamlined systems for scale.AyerAs CFO, you’ll be the financial backbone of the company, leading everything from corporate finance and cash flow management to long‑term strategic planning. You’ll work alongside our executive team to shape budget models, optimize capital structure, and drive financial performance across multiple regions.Key Focus AreasStrengthen liquidity and capital efficiencyBuild scalable financial operations across global entitiesDrive company‑wide planning, forecasting, and board‑level reportingEnsure compliance, risk mitigation, and audit readinessSupport the CEO and GMs on growth opportunities, financial strategy, and future fundraisingAbout YouYou bring over a decade of finance leadership experience, ideally in a startup or fast‑growth tech environment. You’re fluent in GAAP and have a track record of elevating financial systems (bonus if you’ve worked with NetSuite). You’re equally at home making big strategic calls and getting into the details.What Success Looks Like in Year OneImproved financial stability with a clear roadmap for growthStronger operational processes across U.S. and international marketsBoard‑aligned strategies for tax, financing, and equityAudit‑ready financials and streamlined systems for scale.Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (Deputy CISO) YOUR ROLEAs the Deputy Chief Information Security Officer (Deputy CISO) for the International 1 perimeter, you will play a strategic and operational role in strengthening ALTEN’s cybersecurity governance, risk management, and compliance framework across all European subsidiaries.Reporting to the International 1 CISO, you will help shape, deploy, and monitor the cybersecurity governance structure while leading the community of subsidiary Security Officers and overseeing GRC analysts. Your mission is to reinforce the security posture of the organization and ensure alignment with group‑level policies and international security standards.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIESContribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Information Security Governance Framework (policies, procedures, standards).Oversee and support cybersecurity risk management activities.Coordinate operational security actions to reduce the attack surface and improve risk mitigation.Lead the community of Security Officers across subsidiaries, ensuring alignment with group objectives and fostering collaboration.Manage governance activities, committees, and reporting for Information Security.Support internal and external audit processes, including ISO/IEC 27001 certifications.Assist business and IT teams in identifying, assessing, and addressing security risks and compliance requirements.Identify opportunities to strengthen governance, compliance, and risk management practices.YOUR PROFILEMust‑haveEngineer degree or Master’s in Computer Science, Information Security, or related fields3–6 years of experience in Information Security, IT Risk Management, or Security GovernanceStrong knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001 and risk management methodologiesExcellent communication, analytical, and teamwork skillsNice‑to‑haveExperience in project managementProficiency in French and/or SpanishExperience in multicultural and international environmentsSpecial requirementsWillingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%)ABOUT ALTENFor more than 20 years, ALTEN has been developing and empowering engineering talent across strategic industries. With a strong innovation culture and presence in 30 countries , we support our clients in R&D, digital transformation, and advanced technology programs.With 57,000 employees worldwide (88% engineers) and a revenue of €4.069 billion , ALTEN continues to grow through a combination of technological excellence and a human‑centered approach.WHY JOIN ALTEN?Joining ALTEN means working in a dynamic, international environment where innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning are at the core of our culture.As CISO, you will contribute directly to building a strong cybersecurity vision and ensuring the protection of ALTEN’s digital assets across Europe — becoming a key player in shaping the future of secure digital transformation.FUNCIONES:#J-18808-Ljbffr