Project Lead for Innovation Management
We are seeking a skilled project lead to oversee the development and implementation of innovative solutions in our AI R&D team.
The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex projects, coordinating interdisciplinary teams, and collaborating with external stakeholders.
* Key Responsibilities:
Lead and coordinate complex R&D projects in the field of Artificial Intelligence, transforming emerging technological insights into concrete, scalable solutions that anticipate market needs.
* R&D resource orchestration: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (AI researchers, engineers, data scientists, product owners) and external stakeholders (tech partners, universities, deep-tech startups) to ensure optimal resource allocation and seamless project execution.
* Strategic innovation planning: Support the definition and implementation of technological roadmaps aligned with the evolving AI landscape, championing initiatives that position the organization as a trendsetter rather than a follower.
* Impact-oriented monitoring and KPIs: Implement metrics that go beyond delivery, focusing on impact (e.g., technology readiness, go-to-market feasibility, potential ROI), and provide clear, purpose-driven reporting to leadership and strategic partners.
* Risk management in high-tech environments: Identify and address risks linked to technological uncertainty and AI integration in business processes, managing ambiguity and continuously adapting plans based on evolving conditions.
* Vision-driven stakeholder engagement: Facilitate clear, inspiring, and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders (including scientific advisors and innovation leads), ensuring alignment on goals and long-term vision.
* Support in tech due diligence: Contribute to the assessment of new project opportunities (prototypes, patents, spin-offs), offering strategic and technical insights during early-stage evaluations and innovation scouting.
Requirements:
* 3+ years of experience managing complex R&D or innovation-driven projects, ideally in deep tech, AI, or high-tech environments (labs, tech startups, corporate innovation hubs).
* Solid knowledge of project management methodologies (PMP, Agile, Scrum, or similar), and the ability to apply them in experimental and iterative contexts.
* Strong analytical and strategic thinking, with hands-on experience using project and innovation management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Notion, Asana) and KPI monitoring frameworks.
* Good understanding of the technological and economic dynamics of AI, including model readiness, data governance, and solution sustainability.
* Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical complexity into strategic narratives for non-technical stakeholders.
* Proactive, value-driven mindset, with a natural inclination toward collaborative leadership and managing uncertainty.
* Italian and English: business proficient.
What We Would Like to Offer You:
* Opportunity to join an innovative team during an exciting growth phase.
* Rapid career progression through a career advancement program.
* Independence and autonomy to shape your work as you prefer.
* Diverse contractual arrangements to suit individual preferences.
* A comprehensive benefits package.
* Hybrid work setup.
* A state-of-the-art office environment.
About Us:
We celebrate diversity and promote uniqueness and individuality in our organisation. Our selection processes are based on professional experience, attitude, and talent. We strive to minimize our environmental impact and promote positive social change through partnerships and charitable initiatives.