Financial and Business Consultant – Bioeconomy & Circular Economy

We are looking for a Financial and Business Consultant with experience in bioeconomy, circular economy, process industries, renewable energy or other capital-intensive sustainable industries to join our team in Finland (Espoo). 

In this role, you will apply your financial and business expertise to support the development and financing of innovative and sustainable industrial projects. You will work with companies developing new technologies and products, production facilities and business opportunities in areas such as bioeconomy, circular economy and other sustainable industries. Your work will combine financial analysis, business and project planning, innovation financing and strategic advisory.

As part of our multidisciplinary consulting team, you will help clients navigate complex financial landscapes, build robust business cases and growth strategies and secure funding for projects that contribute to Europe's green transition and industrial competitiveness.

Key responsibilities

• Develop financial models and business cases for innovative projects, ranging from emerging technologies to industrial investments and scale-up.
• Advise clients on funding and financing options, including public funding instruments, loans and other financing solutions.
• Contribute to funding proposals and consulting assignments requiring financial, business or impact-related analyses.
• Support clients in conducting market studies, preparing business plans and commercialisation strategies.
• Support clients in developing project budgets and financial plans for innovation or investment projects.
• Work closely with technical, commercial and sustainability experts to evaluate project viability and business potential.
• Identify new opportunities for financial advisory services and contribute to business development.

Required experience and skills:

• 5+ years of relevant experience in financial/investment advisory, project finance, innovation financing or financially focused roles related to industrial investments.
• Experience from bioeconomy, circular economy, renewable energy, manufacturing, process industries or other capital-intensive sustainable industries.
• Relevant academic background (M.Sc., MBA or equivalent)
• Hands-on experience in financial modelling and business case development.
• Understanding of innovation projects, technology commercialisation and industrial investments within sustainable industries.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to different audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with diverse teams and clients.
• Experience with public funding instruments such as Innovation Fund, Horizon Europe and Business Finland is considered an asset.

Why join Spinverse

We offer you an opportunity to play a key role in driving innovation by helping clients secure funding for groundbreaking projects, all while working alongside a supportive and diverse team of experts. You’ll have the chance to develop your skills, tackle complex challenges and make a tangible impact on the future of business and innovation in Europe. Your colleagues represent almost 20 nationalities and bring a broad range of expertise to our team. We are certified as a Great Place to Work and are extremely passionate and proud of the impact we create through our work and culture.

How to apply

If this position sounds attractive to you, please apply by uploading your CV and cover letter by October 29th, 2026. For more information, do not hesitate to contact Kaisu Leppänen, Director and Team Leader for Bioeconomy at +358 44 288 4824. Available for queries on Oct 21st, 15-16 or October 27th, 13-14. We are looking forward to hearing from you!

Spinverse is the leading innovation consultancy in the Nordics and across Europe. We help our customers solve global challenges and grow through innovations with digitalisation, sustainability and resilience being the drivers. Our highly qualified experts are committed to making an impact on groundbreaking projects. We are fortunate to collaborate with innovative people, companies and institutes from all over Europe. Spinverse is the forerunner in bringing together large company-led R&D&I projects and ecosystems, working across many industry segments with a focus on areas where there is public funding to stimulate innovation.