EU Innovation Project Consultant

Job Description & Summary

We’re a team trusted to shape the biggest moves in business. We look for those who lead with precision when the stakes are high - bold, sharp, and decisive minds behind every successful move.   

SHAPING TOMORROW  

Make a real impact, today, and tomorrow, through work that matters. Here, you will tackle today’s toughest challenges with a future-focused mindset; so our clients turn to us first when it matters most.   

Make a real impact  

If you are an EU Innovation Project Consultant, problem solver with motivation to learn, someone willing to collaborate with different teams across PwC Greece, a good communicator with high emotional intelligence and someone willing to take ownership beyond the obvious, then you are the one!   

Due to the continued growth of our practice, we are now looking for an EU Innovation Project Manager, who will work independently and/or as a team leader to identify and secure new consultancy assignments, grant opportunities and strategic partnership collaboration in the EU research and innovation industries.  

The domains of the team's expertise vary between Health, Digital, IoT, Energy, Renewables, Social Commitment, Defense and Environment.   

The right incumbent will be responsible for numerous aspects of the business development namely in the consulting services field, including the coordination/management of the current Framework Contracts.    

SOLVE WHAT OTHERS CAN’T 

• Manage and lead the identification, deployment and development of commercial bids and expressions of interest 
• Work closely with all involved project leads, partners and teams to map out adequate bid activities, possible collaborations and partnerships, and set out the timelines for bid proposals 
• Refer to the Director for EU Funding and to Senior Project Managers to ensure robust organizational compliance is demonstrated based on clients’ requirements and profile 
• Prepare and oversee the entire proposal file for “technical assistance” projects financed by the European Commission (EC) and/or other International/EU Financing Institutions (i.e. World Bank, EIB, EBRD) 
• Coordinate any recruitment process during the preparation of the relevant proposals/funded projects and supervise the team till the finalization of the tender/Grant proposal 
• Establish and develop connections with stakeholders and partners in order to expand the company’s network and further build on new/future customers and collaborators liaisons 

What you bring matters  

• Required to have a long experience as an innovation manager with proven track record in proposal preparation and writing coordination, consortium building, established network in this sector, along with experience in exploitation and impact maximization of EU projects in Energy, Digital and Security/ Defense Applications projects 
• Expertise in proposals for FP7, H2020, EDF and Horizon Europe, Innovation Fund, CEF with verified success in preparing and winning bids 
• Insightful knowledge and expertise in matching needs with adequate funding opportunities 
• Excellent communication skills, using a range of written and oral techniques to communicate with internal and external stakeholders 
• Ability to multi-task, working on multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines and motivated to work efficiently to an agreed timeline 
• Team management skills and ability to motivate and enable teams with different skill sets to meet deliverables 
• Existing network and contacts liaisons with Industry and Academia located in several EU countries; with the ability to identify and mobilize potential partners 

We look for people who bring something distinct to our work. Our Associates join us from a range of backgrounds, but all are intellectually curious and highly motivated. We also look for people who bring something more to our work than their academic credentials. For example, the self-discipline and team-working skills that stem from a sporting background; or leadership qualities gained through work experience.    

As an Associate, you’ll be able to exercise commercial awareness, analytical and interpersonal skills in your day-to-day work. Over time, you’ll build the confidence and credibility to present your opinions to clients and senior stakeholders.    

BRING YOUR BEST, EVERYDAY

Your skills, integrity, and curiosity make the difference. At PwC Greece, we match that with an environment that brings out your best every day – supported by people who inspire, challenge, and grow with you.    

What we offer goes beyond a competitive package. It’s about creating the conditions for you to learn, belong, and deliver impact. That means:   

• Your work life-balance supported by a hybrid working model   
• Your creativity sparked in collaborative office spaces   
• Your career growing through local and global opportunities   
• Your development advanced with continuous learning and professional certifications  
• Your well-being cared for with extra leave days and wellness initiatives 

Your perspective valued in an inclusive team where your impact matters. 

Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? At PwC Greece, you lead by example. Our standards for quality and care are high – and together we surpass them. We redefine possibilities for our clients and communities.  

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All applicants will be acknowledged and treated in the strictest confidentiality.