Junior Project Manager

Cluster Digital de Catalunya; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Clúster Digital de Catalunya is seeking a Junior Project Manager to help implement national and European innovation projects. A recent graduate or early-career professional will gain hands-on experience across various project management aspects.

You will work closely with the project management team on financial and administrative tasks, reporting, and communication, with a focus on learning and development in a dynamic, innovation-driven environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in relevant fields.
• Recent graduates up to 2 years of experience encouraged.
• Fluent in Catalan, Spanish and English.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Interest in innovation, digital transformation and European cooperation.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day implementation and coordination of national and European innovation projects.
• Assist with financial and administrative management including budget monitoring and documentation.
• Prepare project reports and financial justifications for funding authorities.
• Support communication and dissemination activities including newsletters and social media.
• Organise project meetings, workshops, events and other collaborative activities.
• Assist in preparing new project proposals with research and admin support.
• Maintain project documentation, monitor deadlines and funding compliance.
• Provide cross-functional support to the project management team and other cluster initiatives.

Skills

Fluent Catalan, Spanish and English

Proactive attitude

Strong organizational skills

Good communication & interpersonal

Education

University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Management, Communication, International Relations, Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Clúster Digital de Catalunya is an innovation cluster officially recognised as an Association of Innovative Companies (AEI) and supported by the Spanish Ministry of Industry and the Government of Catalonia.

With around 100 members—including large companies, SMEs, universities, and research centres—the cluster promotes collaboration and open innovation to strengthen the competitiveness of the Catalan ICT sector and deliver high-impact collaborative projects.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a Junior Project Manager to join our team and contribute to the implementation of national and international innovation projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional who is eager to learn, take on new challenges and gain hands-on experience across different aspects of project management.

Working closely with our project management team, you will be involved in a wide range of activities, from financial and administrative management to project reporting, communication and dissemination.

We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive, well-organised and adaptable, with a genuine interest in innovation, technology and collaborative projects.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the day-to-day implementation and coordination of national and European innovation projects, working alongside experienced Project Managers.
• Assist with financial and administrative management, including budget monitoring, expense tracking and supporting documentation.
• Contribute to the preparation of project reports, financial justifications and deliverables required by funding authorities.
• Support communication and dissemination activities, including the preparation of project content, newsletters, presentations and contributions to social media.
• Assist in the organisation of project meetings, workshops, events and other collaborative activities.
• Contribute to the preparation of new project proposals, including research, documentation and administrative support.
• Help maintain project documentation, monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Provide cross-functional support to the project management team and contribute to other cluster initiatives as needed.

REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Management, Communication, International Relations, Engineering or a related field.
• Recent graduates and candidates with up to 2 years of professional experience are encouraged to apply.
• Fluent Catalan, Spanish and English, both written and spoken.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage different tasks and priorities.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive attitude, willingness to learn and ability to work independently while collaborating with others.
• Good command of Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Interest in innovation, digital transformation and European cooperation.

Previous experience in project management, European projects or publicly funded initiatives will be considered an advantage, but is not essential.

WHAT WE OFFER

• An opportunity to build a career in innovation and project management, gaining hands-on experience in national and European projects.
• Professional development and continuous learning, working closely with an experienced, multidisciplinary team.
• Exposure to a wide range of activities and responsibilities, providing a comprehensive understanding of project management.
• A flexible and collaborative working environment, with 50% remote working.
• Opportunities to interact with companies, research organisations and innovation stakeholders across Europe.
• Gross annual base salary of €24,000–€26,000, depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
• Performance-based annual bonus of up to 20% of the base salary, linked to individual and organisational objectives.