ID244483 Associate Manager within EU Funds investment

• Global Career Architecture Role (GCA) - our global framework to define objective criteria for each role in KPMG
• GCA Family & Sub-family: 4.I – Consulting / Core Consulting
  Career Level: Level 4 – Associate Manager
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• Project implementation & management: Manage implementation activities across the full project lifecycle, including planning, monitoring, reporting, and risk management; ensure compliance with contractual obligations, programme rules, and regulatory requirements.
• Client & stakeholder management: Act as a primary contact for beneficiaries and project partners; maintain effective working relationships with managing authorities, intermediate bodies, and audit structures; communicate clearly and credibly with diverse stakeholders.
• Analysis, insight & judgment: Perform in-depth analysis of programme guidelines, eligibility rules, budgets, and indicators; identify risks, constraints, and improvement opportunities, and formulate clear, actionable recommendations.
• Delivery excellence & ways of working: Plan and prioritize multiple assignments to meet deadlines and quality standards; leverage digital tools and AI-assisted solutions to increase efficiency in research, data analysis, drafting, and reporting; contribute to knowledge sharing and capability building within the team.

• Minimum 10 years of experience in non-reimbursable / EU-funded projects.
• Proven end-to-end experience in funding application drafting and project management & implementation (including reporting, monitoring indicators, and liaison with financing authorities).
• Strong knowledge of national and/or European funding programmes (e.g. POCIDIF/ POC, PR/POR, PNRR, Modernization Fund, PT/ POIM, or similar)
• Excellent analytical, structuring, and drafting capabilities for complex documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of autonomy, effective time management, and ability to prioritize across multiple assignments.

• Experience with European Commission–managed programmes (Horizon / Horizon Europe, CEF, or similar).
• Participation in or coordination of international consortia.
• Involvement in projects related to R&D, innovation, infrastructure, or digital transformation.
• Experience managing large-scale, complex project budgets.
• Knowledge of public procurement rules applicable to EU-funded projects.

• University degree, preferably in a technical or economic field.
• Postgraduate studies or professional certifications in EU funds / European projects are an advantage.

• The chance to work in a professional environment, exceptional opportunities for career growth, as well as a strong learning and development culture. Attractive remuneration package.
• A combination of great jobs to work on.
• Constant technical training on all areas of tax&legal.
• Great colleagues to work with.
• Relevant professional development and training.
• Continuous feedback from the people you work with, professional coaching and mentoring with any of the leaders in the firm.

• Confidentiality will be ensured to protect the interests of applicants.
• Only preselected candidates will be invited to an interview.

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