Design & Growth Lead

Born and based in Barcelona, Nacar is an award-winning Strategic Design Agency , impassioned by our agile and international team composed of over 90 creative professionals ( design strategists, researchers, product and UX / UI designers, engineers, and overall creatives ). We work with all-size clients from across multiple industries, collaborating in innovation and establishing solutions and product strategies that apply to Industrial, Digital, Brand and Service Design . We also contribute to their digitalization, by conceptualizing and prototyping new, human centered products and services around technological capabilities. With a hybrid-work model and flexible working hours , we are powered by a culture of communication, collaboration, proactivity and positivity , always aiming to humanize technology experiences and to transform into the phygital future. Our offices, an urban oasis, are located in the beautiful Palo Alto , an old factory in Poblenou, restored and converted into studios for designers and artists. Nacar was made to be a place where people can grow and impact the world , and we’re in continuous growth to always provide our best. Our team is connected by common challenges , eager to discover , envision and materialize new opportunities. Is this something you feel identified with? We're currently looking for a Design & Growth Lead to join our Bilbao studio — a hybrid and strategic profile to lead the growth and consolidation of our local team, combining design craft, strategic thinking, and business development. -What will your day to day be like?- This is a triangular role built on three complementary pillars: Design, Strategy, and Business Development. You will: - Actively participate in project execution as an embedded designer within the local team, contributing direct production capacity and ensuring quality in deliverables. - Evolve and enrich the commercial narrative of the Bilbao studio, expanding the value proposition beyond its current scope — incorporating digital and experience layers into the portfolio. - Update the studio's storytelling and positioning, building a broader, more contemporary and differentiated offer. - Drive new business generation and active prospecting — identifying, approaching and converting new clients in the Bilbao market. - Design and execute networking events and formats (breakfasts, roundtables, etc.) to attract prospects and build brand awareness in Bilbao. - Develop a strategic growth plan , including a viability roadmap that identifies when and which additional profiles will be needed to sustain growth. - Work closely with the existing Bilbao team to integrate seamlessly and multiply the impact of existing relationships and networks. -What are we looking for?- - Background in Industrial Design - Someone who can think , sell and make — with strategic vision, design sensibility and a genuine commercial vocation. - Strong business development skills: ability to prospect, build relationships, and close new clients. - Strategic mindset with the ability to craft and evolve a compelling value proposition. - Excellent communication and presentation skills — comfortable leading client conversations and pitches. - Experience working in or leading small, agile design teams. - Entrepreneurial spirit : someone who takes ownership, moves with initiative, and thrives in a growth context. - Fluent in Spanish and professional proficiency in English - Based in Bilbao . -Why should you join?- This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to take on a leadership challenge — building and growing a design studio from the ground up, with the backing of an established international agency behind you :) We also offer: 🔖Permanent contract. 💰Competitive salary 🏡Hybrid working model - you can either work from home or enjoy our beautiful studio (with free coffee and a great garden!). 🌈Join a dynamic +15 nationalities community and enjoy our team-building activities. 📚Keep challenging yourself with our Nacar Academy training program, aligned with the creation of personalized career paths. ✨26 paid vacation days. 💯Monthly allowance for internet costs and a budget for working-from-home materials. 🍎Health Insurance. 🚀Flexible working hours. 🆓Free tickets for the Palo Alto Market 😃