Head of BD

Createria is a boutique executive search and strategic HR advisory firm working with venture capital funds and their portfolio companies across Europe and the US.

We specialise in executive search, business-critical hiring, role architecture, executive integration, and strategic HR advisory, supporting funds and founders at different stages of their growth.

The Role

We're looking for a Head of Business Development to drive Createria's commercial growth, develop new client relationships, and expand our presence across the venture capital ecosystem.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands how VC funds and their portfolio companies operate, can identify business opportunities, and knows how to turn meaningful conversations into long-term client partnerships.

You'll take ownership of the full business development cycle, from market mapping and relationship building to commercial negotiations and signed engagements, while helping shape Createria's broader growth strategy.

Working directly with the CEO, you'll lead our Lead Generation Manager and have the autonomy to develop and execute our business development approach.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in B2B business development or sales of professional services, ideally executive search or recruitment.
• A track record of winning clients with long sales cycles and retained or success-fee deals.
• An established network or proven ability to develop relationships with VC funds, founders, and venture-backed companies.Experience managing or mentoring at least one person.
• Strong pipeline management discipline, with a structured approach to CRM, forecasting, and follow-ups.

Nice to have

• Experience in executive search, recruitment, or professional services within the VC or PE ecosystem.
• Experience improving or automating business development workflows.
• Proficiency in English and at least one additional European language is a plus.

Role at glance

• Format: Full-time or part-time, with a flexible engagement structure.
• Location: Remote, preferably based in Portugal or available during European business hours.
• Focus on Business development and client acquisition across the VC ecosystem.
• Direct collaboration with the CEO and an opportunity to shape Createria's commercial development.
• Flexible structure, with a performance-oriented compensation model and potential for further development.