For one of our clients, a global captive bank with European HQ in Cologne (Germany), we are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager.
The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading complex, high-impact projects from initiation to completion. This role ensures projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget, while aligning with organisational strategy and stakeholder expectations.
Key Responsibilities
- Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Lead cross-functional teams and manage third-party vendors.
b) Planning & Execution:
- Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
- Monitor progress and adjust plans to meet changing requirements.
- Identify risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
- Resolve issues promptly to minimise impact on timelines and budgets.
d) Stakeholder Engagement:
- Communicate effectively with senior leadership and project sponsors.
- Provide regular status updates and manage expectations.
e) Budget & Resource Control:
- Manage project budgets and ensure cost efficiency.
f) Governance & Compliance:
- Ensure adherence to organisational policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.
Your profile:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
- Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, or Agile PM.
Experience:
Minimum 8–10 years of project management experience, including large-scale projects.
Skills and competencies:
- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
- Advanced knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2).
- Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Jira, etc.).
- Analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on results.
- Experience in an international working environment
- Ideally, focus on IT projects within the financial industry or automotive industry
Language:
Fluent in English (corporate language), other languages (German, Italian, Spanish or French)are assets
Place of employment:
Germany – Cologne
There is a hybrid working regime applied, where 60% remote work is acceptable.
Therefore, we also welcome applicants from other countries, like Belgium, that can easily travel to Germany.
You have a Toyota DNA, this means you have:
- Courage: you are ready to let go of the easy path to reach challenging targets
- Collaboration: you are a team player, respectful and inclusive in your style and you take a customer-oriented approach
- Creativity: your passion drives you to explore innovative ideas and challenge the impossible
- Curiosity: you combine imagination and fact-based observation
- Coaching: you share knowledge and feedback with your colleagues and celebrate each other’s success
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