Technology Innovation, Strategy and Roadmapping Consultant

RINA; Liguria; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA is seeking a Technology Innovation, Strategy and Roadmapping Consultant to join its Sustainability and Business Innovation Division in Genoa, Italy. The role combines leadership of technical project management with hands-on analysis and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams.

You will help frame client problems, design analytical approaches, deliver high-quality outputs, and contribute to proposals and business development, while mentoring junior consultants.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience in management consulting or related corporate roles.
• Experience coordinating project activities and resources.
• Ability to present analytical outputs clearly to senior management.
• Technical or engineering background enabling understanding of the technological content of the projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Italian and English.
• Experience in client relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the technical execution of consulting projects within scope, timeline and budget.
• Coordinate the consultants working on the project and help them integrate contributions into a consistent final output.
• Ensure the methodological soundness and quality of analyses, deliverables and client presentations.
• Act as technical counterpart for the client throughout the engagement, managing day-to-day interactions and expectations.
• Support the Head of Discipline in the preparation of technical proposals, including scoping, methodology definition and effort estimation.
• Mentor junior consultants on assigned projects, supporting their technical and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

English proficiency

Italian proficiency

Problem solving

Education

Master’s Degree in Engineering General

Job description

Technology Innovation, Strategy and Roadmapping Consultant

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

Mission

The Consultant takes on a leadership position within the team, with responsibility for the technical management of projects. Reporting directly to the Head of Technology Innovation, Strategy & Roadmapping, they oversee the technical progress of the engagements they are assigned to: framing the client's problem, structuring the analytical approach, coordinating the contributions of the consultants involved, and ensuring the quality and consistency of the deliverables.

Depending on the project, the role ranges from hands‑on analytical work to technical coordination and internal reference point. They also act as a technical counterpart for the client and contribute to proposal preparation and business development.

In particular, the person in this role will work on and coordinate 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).

Key Accountabilities

• Project Delivery
• Manage the technical execution of assigned consulting projects, ensuring delivery within scope, timeline and budget.
• Coordinate the consultants working on the project and help them integrate contributions into a consistent final output.
• Contribute directly to the analytical work where required by the nature and size of the project.
• Technical Quality
• Ensure the methodological soundness and quality of analyses, deliverables and client presentations.
• Act as internal technical reference point for the team on assigned projects.
• Client Management
• Act as technical counterpart for the client throughout the engagement, managing day‑to‑day interactions and expectations.
• Present findings and recommendations to client stakeholders.
• Proposals and Business Development
• Support the Head of Discipline in the preparation of technical proposals, including scoping, methodology definition and effort estimation.
• Identify opportunities for follow‑on work within existing client relationships.
• Team Development
• Mentor junior consultants on assigned projects, supporting their technical and professional growth.

Education

Master’s Degree in Engineering General

Qualifications

• 4‑6 years of experience in management consulting, or in a corporate role (e.g. R&D, innovation, strategy, technology) involving work on multiple projects in parallel.
• Experience in coordinating project activities and resources, managing deadlines and interfacing with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to present analytical outputs effectively and concisely, tailoring the level of detail to different audiences up to senior management.
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills, with the ability to structure complex and poorly defined problems.
• Technical or engineering background, enabling a solid understanding of the technological content of the projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Italian and English.
• Experience in client relationship management.

Will be considered a Plus:

• Experience with EU-funded R&D programmes or subsidised finance schemes (e.g. Horizon Europe, IPCEI, PNRR).
• Experience in state‑of‑the‑art and desk research: analysis of scientific literature, technical and market reports, patents, and open‑source information, with the ability to synthesise fragmented sources into a coherent picture.
• Experience in mentoring or coordinating junior consultants.Familiarity with one or more of the sectors covered by the team.

Competencies

• WORKPLACE DYNAMICS - Resourcefulness in shaping progress and working efficiently.
• PERSONAL EMPOWERMENT - Ownership for life, work and results, striving to grow professionally and personally.
• 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.
• FORESIGHT & INSIGHT - Context awareness adopting a systemic perspective and informed decision making.

Compensation Data

Compensation & Benefits

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 €35,000 and €45,000 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 endeavour 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.