Technology Innovation and Strategy Junior Consultant

RINA Piraeus Team; Genova; Remote; EUR 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

RINA is seeking a Technology Innovation and Strategy Junior Consultant for our Genoa, Italy office. You will contribute to project delivery under guidance, performing data collection, desk research, and deliverable preparation while learning our methodologies in sustainability and business innovation.

The role involves analysis across technology scouting, market trends, supply chain optimization, and process improvements, supporting EU-funded projects and subsidy schemes.

Qualifications

• Previous internship or academic project experience in consulting, business analysis, process improvement, or related areas is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) and ability to interpret business data.
• Familiarity with process mapping techniques (e.g., BPMN, flowcharts) and documentation.
• Understanding of emerging technologies and their business applications.
• Awareness of sustainability concepts, carbon footprint assessment, and environmental impact analysis is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Italian
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.

Responsibilities

• Technology scenario analysis, market analysis and trend identification, value chain analysis, technology scouting, KPI definition, benchmarking and implementation roadmaps
• Supply chain optimisation, supplier scouting and benchmarking
• Process optimisation
• Business Continuity Plan
• Support to subsidised finance schemes (e.g. IPCEI, Innovation Fund, PNRR) from application to compliance during the project execution phase
• EU-funded R&D projects (e.g. Horizon Europe, LIFE)

Skills

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Data analysis

BPMN

English & Italian

Agile/Waterfall

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Management Engineering

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

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Technology Innovation and Strategy Junior Consultant

Posting Date: 16 Sept 2026

City: Genova

Location: Genova, IT, 16129

Contract Type: Fixed-Term

Division: Sustainability and Business Innovation

Level of experience: Entry Level

RINA is currently recruiting for a Technology Innovation and Strategy Junior Consultant to join its office in Genoa, Italy within the Sustainability and Business InnovationDivision.

Mission

We are looking for a Technology Innovation and Strategy Junior Consultant to join our team. The Junior Consultant joins the team as an active contributor to project delivery, working under the guidance of Senior Consultants/Technical Coordinators and reporting to the Head of Technology Innovation, Strategy & Roadmapping. The person will take part in the engagements they are assigned to by carrying out analytical activities (data collection and analysis, desk research, structuring of findings and preparation of deliverables) while progressively learning the team's methodologies and building familiarity with the sectors and clients served. #LI-FS1

Key Accountabilities

The role is hands-on and analytical. The person is expected to take ownership of the tasks entrusted to them, to work with rigour and attention to the quality of outputs, and to contribute ideas for improving how the team delivers, from tools and templates to ways of working.In particular, the person in this role will contribute to management consulting projects in the following areas:

• Technology scenario analysis, market analysis and trend identification, value chain analysis, technology scouting, KPI definition, benchmarking and implementation roadmaps;
• Supply chain optimisation, supplier scouting and benchmarking;
• Process optimisation;
• Business Continuity Plan;
• Support to subsidised finance schemes (e.g. IPCEI, Innovation Fund, PNRR) from application to compliance during the project execution phase;
• EU-funded R&D projects (e.g. Horizon Europe, LIFE).

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Management Engineering

Qualifications

• Previous internship or academic project experience in consulting, business analysis, process improvement, or related areas is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau) and ability to interpret business data.
• Familiarity with process mapping techniques (e.g., BPMN, flowcharts) and documentation.
• Understanding of emerging technologies and their business applications.
• Awareness of sustainability concepts, carbon footprint assessment, and environmental impact analysis is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall) is an advantage.
• Fluent in English and Italian
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.
• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• INTERPERSONAL INFLUENCE - Skills and strategies we use to interact effectively with others.
• DOMAIN & BUSINESS ACUMEN - Applying a scientific approach and critical thinking in operations and solution development within area of expertise.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.

Compensation Data

The salary range and job grade for this position are defined based on objective, role-related criteria and responsibilities in accordance with CCNL RINA (CNEL code I480).

The gross annual salary range foreseen is between €30.000 and €35.000 and will be finally defined on candidate’s professional experience, qualifications, competencies and overall alignment with the role. In addition, an annual variable compensation component is provided, based on both Company and individual performance objectives in accordance with the current policies and collective agreements. The overall compensation package is complemented by the Company's welfare.

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind.We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.