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Commercial Managing Co-Founder (Equity) | Spain

YOUNG is a venture ecosystem, not a traditional holding. Many of our ventures are early-stage, fast-moving, and led directly by founders who operate with high autonomy.

bring structure and follow-through to founder priorities.

turn ideas and messages into clear actions and outcomes.

create operational clarity and momentum across ventures and teams.

You are not here to “just support tasks.”

You are here to protect focus, close loops, and help founders move faster without losing control.

Build Europe’s Next Workspace Brand | Commercial Managing Co-Founder (Equity)

📍 Valencia, Spain | International | Full-time | Equity Opportunity

At  YOUNG Workspaces , we believe the future of work is about more than desks and offices. It’s about creating communities where entrepreneurs, startups, scale-ups and ambitious professionals connect, collaborate and grow.

We’re now entering our next stage of expansion.

That’s why we’re looking for an exceptional  Commercial Managing Co-Founder  to help build one of Europe’s most ambitious workspace companies.

Not someone who wants to manage an existing business.

YOUNG Workspaces is part of  YOUNG , an international entrepreneurial group active in workspaces, hospitality, real estate, media, investments and startups.

Become one of Europe’s leading flexible workspace brands by combining operational excellence with strategic acquisitions, new developments and international expansion.

We’re building much more than coworking spaces.

We’re building an ecosystem where entrepreneurs can work, connect and grow.

As Commercial Managing Co-Founder, you’ll become one of the key leaders responsible for the next growth phase of YOUNG Workspaces.

Working directly with the founders, you’ll define strategy, execute growth initiatives and build an organisation capable of scaling internationally.

You’ll take ownership of both commercial performance and operational excellence.

Increasing occupancy across all locations.

Optimising profitability and commercial performance.

Developing high-performing sales and marketing strategies.

Building strategic partnerships with landlords, investors and developers.

Identifying acquisition opportunities and new workspace locations.

Leading expansion into new cities and countries.

Building and leading an ambitious commercial team.

Acting as a true entrepreneur inside the business.

You don’t necessarily have the perfect CV.

You create opportunities where others see obstacles.

You’re comfortable with uncertainty because you’ve learned that’s where growth happens.

Ideally you have experience in one or more of the following:

Dutch is appreciated, but certainly not required.

Most companies are looking for an employee.

Someone who wants to help shape strategy.

Someone who wants to create long-term value.

For the right candidate, there is a clear intention and opportunity to participate in the company through equity. Because we believe founders should build together.

Direct collaboration with the founders of YOUNG.

The opportunity to build a European brand from the ground up.

International travel as part of our expansion strategy.

A role where your impact will be visible from day one.

Your home base will be  Valencia, Spain .

As we continue expanding, you’ll regularly travel across Europe to explore acquisitions, open new locations, build partnerships and accelerate growth.

This is an international role with an entrepreneurial mindset.

We believe exceptional people are about far more than what’s written on a CV.

Step 2:  Record a short  2–3 minute introduction video , so we can get to know the person behind your résumé.

Step 3:  If there’s a potential match, we’ll invite you to complete a  DISC personality assessment .

Step 4:  Meet our recruitment team for your first interview.

Step 5:  Meet the founders of YOUNG Workspaces to explore our ambitions, your vision and whether we’re the right long-term fit for each other.

Throughout the process, we’ll keep you informed every step of the way.

Our goal isn’t simply to fill a position.

Our goal is to find the person who will help build the future of YOUNG Workspaces.

If you’re looking for a safe corporate career…

And the opportunity to build one of Europe’s most ambitious workspace companies…

Apply now using this link help build the future of work.

Apply via the link in the job description. If the position is not listed there, please send your motivation and CV to [staat bij de werkgever]

We’ll answer to your email requesting the following: DISC assessment to understand our working, leadership, and communication style & Business case: short and straightforward, just to get a deeper sense of how you would approach the role

Mostly focused on our culture, to check if your DNA fits ours.

In some cases, a second interview will be held, mainly to dive deeper into the role’s roadmap and your vision for it

Before committing, you need to understand how someone thinks, works, and fits.

We operate the same way. Every co-founder or senior hire goes through a short trial phase to see how collaboration truly feels in practice.

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