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Innovation Consultant, Mid/Senior (Full-time, hybrid)
THE OPPORTUNITY
- Design and preparation of proposals for Greek and EU funded programs on R&D, innovation and investments (e.g. NSRF/ESPA, Horizon Europe, national schemes).
- Structuring and writing funding applications, including technical descriptions, business plans, work plans, budgets and impact narratives.
- Analytical work, such as technology and market analysis, benchmarking, impact assessment and performance indicators.
- Project implementation support: monitoring progress, drafting reports and deliverables, coordinating inputs from clients and partners.
- Policy and strategy support for ministries, agencies or other public bodies on innovation, R&D and investment-related topics.
- Client interaction: meetings, presentations, clarifications and ongoing advisory support.
- Contribution to the development of methodologies, tools and knowledge assets inside the firm.
WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCEED
- BSc degree from a top-tier university, in Engineering, Economics, Business, Finance, or related fields.
- At least 2 years of relevant experience in innovation, technology or management consulting and/or in Greek or EU funded research, innovation or investment programs (for Senior profiles, 5+ years of experience).
- Experience that has strengthened your critical thinking and analytical skills, and your ability to structure complex information into clear, concise proposals and deliverables (both oral and written).
- Ability to meet administrative and reporting requirements under strict deadlines and manage multiple projects in parallel.
- Excellent communication skills, with the maturity to understand client needs and help translate them into concrete solutions.
- Excellent command of Greek and English, both written and spoken.
- Excellent command of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); strong PowerPoint and Excel skills are a plus.
- MSc degree in Engineering / Technology / Innovation / Management / Economics will be considered an asset.
WE ARE PARTICULARLY INTERESTED IN CANDIDADES WHO:
- Feel comfortable working with numbers, budgets and funding rules.
- Enjoy switching between big-picture thinking and hands-on document preparation.
- Are curious about innovation policy, R&D ecosystems and technology-driven change.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive compensation, with fringe benefits and bonus scheme, aligned with experience and contribution.
- A friendly, professional working environment in a boutique consulting firm where your work is visible and impactful.
- Exposure to demanding, high-impact projects for both private and public sector clients.
- Development and training opportunities in innovation funding, project design and implementation, as well as in broader management and innovation consulting.
- The opportunity to be part of a global consulting network in creativity, inventive problem solving and change management, while being based in Athens.
HOW TO APPLY:
If this sounds like you and you would like to be considered for the position, you can send us your updated CV (and, optionally, a short cover letter) at jobs@sevensigma.gr with the subject line:
“Innovation Consultant – Athens”.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.