Junior Project Manager – Funded projects - Categorie protette l. 68/99
About the role
We are seeking a Junior Project Manager – Funded Projects to support funded initiatives for our clients, mainly start-ups and large manufacturing companies.
They will act as the central point of contact between internal teams, research partners and funding bodies, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with applicable requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Identify grants, calls for proposals, EU and national public funding, foundation programs, corporate sponsorships, and other relevant funding sources.
- Manage or support the preparation of proposals for National and EU-funded programmes, including Regional and National programmes, Horizon Europe, EIC, Eurostars, Digital Europe and other relevant innovation instruments.
- Gather inputs from program, finance, operations, communications, and external partners; ensure the final submission is complete, coherent, and submitted on time
- Ensure administrative, financial and reporting compliance for funded projects, including deliverables, milestones, timesheets, cost eligibility and audit readiness.
- Facilitate workshops, meetings, steering committees and reviews.
- Contribute to internal methodologies, templates, knowledge management and best practices for innovation and grant-funded project management.
What we are looking for:
· Knowledge of or strong interest in EU funding programmes, such as Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, EIT, or other European and national/regional funding schemes.
· Understanding of the basic project cycle: proposal preparation, work-plan implementation, monitoring, reporting, and financial/administrative support.
· Organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage deadlines, deliverables, documentation, and multiple priorities.
· Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
· Good digital literacy, including Microsoft Office; familiarity with project-management and collaboration tools is a plus.
Key Accountabilities:
- Quality and timely delivery of assessment reports and project documents assigned to you.
- Accuracy of the analyses and data used in client recommendations and funding proposals.
- Smooth day-to-day coordination of ongoing projects, keeping clients and partners informed and deadlines on track.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, business, political studies, economics, innovation management or a related field.
· At least two years of experience in managing innovation funded projects, preferably in manufacturing, industrial services, advanced technology, sustainability, continuous improvement or digital transformation.
· Direct experience with European and Italian funding frameworks.
· Excellent knowledge of English; knowledge of Italian is required for this role. Additional European languages are an advantage.
· Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
· Proficiency with project management tools and MS Office; experience with CRM, ERP, Airtable, SharePoint or similar platforms is a plus.
· Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites, consortium meetings and European events.
Nice to have:
- Project management certification, such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum or IPMA.
- Experience supporting start-ups in fundraising, scale-up, technology transfer or market entry.
- Experience in the manufacturing industry (knowledge of manufacturing processes, Industry 4.0, lean methodology, circular economy, energy transition or advanced materials).
- Experience with proposal writing for National, Regional and EU frameworks’ calls.
What we offer:
- A dynamic role at the intersection of innovation, business development, manufacturing and European funding.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, from early-stage start-ups to established industrial multinational companies.
- Work-life balance: we understand the importance of work-life balance. Vantaggi from flexible working hours and remote work options.
Location:
The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, based at our headquarters in Milan, Italy, with frequent opportunities to travel for meetings and events.
Equal opportunities:
We value diversity and apply policies of equal opportunities. We welcome applications without discrimination, on any grounds.
Selection Committee:
A Selection Committee will be appointed to carry out the evaluation of applications submitted. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview at our premises with the Managing Director and the Head of Funded Project area and HR responsible. Candidates may be asked to provide proof ofqualifications, background, skills, and experiences by providing relevant documents.
How to apply:
A complete application should consist of:
- a full curriculum vitae,
- a cover letter describing briefly how you meet the criteria outlined and your vision for the role.
The application should be written in English and sent to (email hidden) with the subject line “EITMS-Jr PM EU”.
Only complete applications will be evaluated.
Closing date is 15/12/2026
This vacancy is reserved for candidates belonging to protected categories under Law 68/1999. Please indicate your eligibility in your application; only eligible candidates will be considered.
Closing date is 15/12/2026.
Retribuzione: €32.000,00 - €38.000,00 all'anno
Benefit:
- Buoni pasto
- Cellulare aziendale
- Computer aziendale
Sede di lavoro: Ibrido/da remoto (Milano, Lombardia)
We are seeking a Junior Project Manager – Funded Projects to support funded initiatives for our clients, mainly start-ups and large manufacturing companies.
They will act as the central point of contact between internal teams, research partners and funding bodies, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in full compliance with applicable requirements.
Key responsibilities
- Identify grants, calls for proposals, EU and national public funding, foundation programs, corporate sponsorships, and other relevant funding sources.
- Manage or support the preparation of proposals for National and EU-funded programmes, including Regional and National programmes, Horizon Europe, EIC, Eurostars, Digital Europe and other relevant innovation instruments.
- Gather inputs from program, finance, operations, communications, and external partners; ensure the final submission is complete, coherent, and submitted on time
- Ensure administrative, financial and reporting compliance for funded projects, including deliverables, milestones, timesheets, cost eligibility and audit readiness.
- Facilitate workshops, meetings, steering committees and reviews.
- Contribute to internal methodologies, templates, knowledge management and best practices for innovation and grant-funded project management.
What we are looking for:
· Knowledge of or strong interest in EU funding programmes, such as Horizon Europe, Erasmus+, EIT, or other European and national/regional funding schemes.
· Understanding of the basic project cycle: proposal preparation, work-plan implementation, monitoring, reporting, and financial/administrative support.
· Organisational and planning skills, with the ability to manage deadlines, deliverables, documentation, and multiple priorities.
· Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
· Good digital literacy, including Microsoft Office; familiarity with project-management and collaboration tools is a plus.
Key Accountabilities:
- Quality and timely delivery of assessment reports and project documents assigned to you.
- Accuracy of the analyses and data used in client recommendations and funding proposals.
- Smooth day-to-day coordination of ongoing projects, keeping clients and partners informed and deadlines on track.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering, business, political studies, economics, innovation management or a related field.
· At least two years of experience in managing innovation funded projects, preferably in manufacturing, industrial services, advanced technology, sustainability, continuous improvement or digital transformation.
· Direct experience with European and Italian funding frameworks.
· Excellent knowledge of English; knowledge of Italian is required for this role. Additional European languages are an advantage.
· Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
· Proficiency with project management tools and MS Office; experience with CRM, ERP, Airtable, SharePoint or similar platforms is a plus.
· Willingness to travel occasionally to client sites, consortium meetings and European events.
Nice to have:
- Project management certification, such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile/Scrum or IPMA.
- Experience supporting start-ups in fundraising, scale-up, technology transfer or market entry.
- Experience in the manufacturing industry (knowledge of manufacturing processes, Industry 4.0, lean methodology, circular economy, energy transition or advanced materials).
- Experience with proposal writing for National, Regional and EU frameworks’ calls.
What we offer:
- A dynamic role at the intersection of innovation, business development, manufacturing and European funding.
- Exposure to a diverse portfolio of clients, from early-stage start-ups to established industrial multinational companies.
- Work-life balance: we understand the importance of work-life balance. Vantaggi from flexible working hours and remote work options.
Location:
The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, based at our headquarters in Milan, Italy, with frequent opportunities to travel for meetings and events.
Equal opportunities:
We value diversity and apply policies of equal opportunities. We welcome applications without discrimination, on any grounds.
Selection Committee:
A Selection Committee will be appointed to carry out the evaluation of applications submitted. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview at our premises with the Managing Director and the Head of Funded Project area and HR responsible. Candidates may be asked to provide proof ofqualifications, background, skills, and experiences by providing relevant documents.
How to apply:
A complete application should consist of:
- a full curriculum vitae,
- a cover letter describing briefly how you meet the criteria outlined and your vision for the role.
The application should be written in English and sent to (email hidden) with the subject line “EITMS-Jr PM EU”.
Only complete applications will be evaluated.
Closing date is 15/12/2026
This vacancy is reserved for candidates belonging to protected categories under Law 68/1999. Please indicate your eligibility in your application; only eligible candidates will be considered.
Closing date is 15/12/2026.
Retribuzione: €32.000,00 - €38.000,00 all'anno
Benefit:
- Buoni pasto
- Cellulare aziendale
- Computer aziendale
Sede di lavoro: Ibrido/da remoto (Milano, Lombardia)