Senior Project Manager (f/m/d) at Awin

Berlin, , Germany -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Thinking, Change Management, Leadership, Risk Assessment, Documentation, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Influencing, Organizational Skills, Critical Thinking, AI Proficiency, Digital Marketing, E-Commerce

Industry

Advertising Services

Description

Purpose of Position We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to serve as a delivery partner to senior leadership, translating strategic vision into coordinated action. In this role, you will help shape how Awin achieves its objectives by taking ownership of complex, high-impact projects and programmes spanning business, finance, operations, and technology functions. This position is ideal for a generalist who thrives at the intersections of an international organisation. You will be adept at navigating ambiguity, connecting the dots across functions, and building trust-based relationships at all levels of the organisation, through exceptional organisational, critical thinking, influencing and communication skills. Reporting to the Head of Project Management, you will join a globally distributed team of Project Managers, collectively driving high-quality delivery and fostering a culture of ambition and excellence. Key Tasks Own end-to-end delivery of large-scale, cross-functional projects and programs, managing scope, dependencies, milestones, and outcomes. Define and enforce fit-for-purpose projects and program documentation, governance frameworks, roles, and decision forums tailored to complexity, stakeholder seniority and organizational context. Serve as the primary point of contact for the project, promoting alignment, simplifying complexity, and enabling effective teamwork across geographies and levels. Monitor project health using metrics, KPIs, and reporting structures to provide leadership with clear, actionable insights. Present updates, proposals, and recommendations confidently to senior management, advocating for the perspectives and needs of the project team. Continuously assess emerging risks, evaluating impact and likelihood, and proactively implement mitigation and contingency plans while responding decisively to obstacles when they arise. Lead cost-benefit analyses, scenario planning, and implement change management techniques to drive adoption and deliver measurable impact. Own professional development, identifying skill gaps and pursuing growth opportunities aligned with role and business needs. Contribute to the ongoing development of PMO standards, tools, and ways of working. Skills & Expertise 6+ years’ experience leading complex, cross-functional projects or programs in fast-paced, international environments; consultancy experience in digital marketing or e-commerce is desirable. Project Management certification (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent) or relevant degree with applied knowledge of advanced methodologies, tools, and best practices. Situationally adaptive, capable of exercising judgment and flexibility to combine project management rigor and practical experience with new approaches for each project environment. Outstanding communication and stakeholder management skills, with proven experience in managing distributed teams and navigating diverse personalities to foster collaboration. Confident and persuasive presenter, able to articulate ideas, advocate for team perspectives, and secure alignment at all levels, including up to Board-level. Analytical and strategic thinker, able to tackle complex and ambiguous challenges, synthesize information, assess options and propose pragmatic solutions even when no clear path exists. Strong change management and influence skills, including ability to plan adoption strategies, mitigate resistance, and maintain team engagement. Rigorous about detail and documentation whilst comfortably keeping a benefit-orientated, holistic view of progress. Self-driven, accountable, and resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt in dynamic environments. Models a feedback-driven culture, actively seeking input to improve delivery and leadership effectiveness. Curious and proactive about learning new technologies, particularly AI; hands-on AI proficiency is a plus. Proficient in MS Office; experience with project management tools such as Asana is desirable. Fluent in written and spoken English. You won't have all those skills. You won't have all that experience. But perfect is the enemy of good enough. If you think your skills and experience are a good fit for the role we describe, we'd love to hear from you. Our Offer Flexi-Week and Work-Life Balance: We prioritise your mental health and wellbeing, offering you a flexible four-day Flexi-Week at full pay and with no reduction to your annual holiday allowance. We also offer a variety of different paid special leaves. Remote Working Allowance: You will receive a monthly allowance to cover part of your running costs. In addition, we will support you in setting up your remote workspace appropriately. Flexi-Office: We offer an international culture and flexibility through our Flexi-Office and hybrid/remote work possibilities to work across Awin regions Development: We’ve built our extensive training suite Awin Academy to cover a wide range of skills that nurture you professionally and personally, with trainings conveniently packaged together to support your overall development. Established in 2000, Awin is proud of our dynamic, social and inclusive culture. Like all businesses, we’ve had to adapt and nurture our culture in a virtual environment. Our virtual ‘Life @ Awin’ hub brings our colleagues from across the globe together for various social activities. Diversity & Inclusion are paramount to us, and we proudly pursue and hire diverse team members. We champion uniqueness and authenticity; this is who we are at our core. Our network of affiliate partnerships are diverse and transparent, as are the employees powering our vision to build the world’s leading open partner ecosystem. We welcome all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. If you need support at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know. Apply now to begin the next stage of your career at a progressive company that supports both your professional and personal development.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end delivery of large-scale, cross-functional projects and programs while managing scope, dependencies, milestones, and outcomes. Continuously assess emerging risks and implement mitigation plans while promoting alignment and effective teamwork across geographies.