Consulting Project Director

Microsoft; Deutschland; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading global technology company is seeking an experienced program manager to provide strategic leadership for complex global programs. The role requires fluency in both German and English and proven experience in program management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong financial acumen and the ability to manage cross-functional teams while engaging with senior stakeholders. Competitive benefits are provided, with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.

Leistungen

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Professional development opportunities

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience delivering consulting services to external clients.
• Strong financial management skills including budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience leading in matrixed or global delivery environments.

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic leadership for high-complexity global programs.
• Design and lead program governance structures.
• Build and sustain relationships with C-level stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Program Leadership

Strategic Execution

Financial Acumen

Risk Management

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in relevant field or equivalent experience

Tools

Agile methodologies

Microsoft Azure

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities (Text Only)

Program Leadership & Strategic Execution - Provide strategic leadership and direction for the successful delivery of high-complexity, global programs involving diverse technologies and partner ecosystems. - Act as the primary Microsoft contact for executive stakeholders, steering the customer through complexity while maintaining a laser focus on achieving business outcomes. - Orchestrate cross-functional, global, and virtual teams, ensuring alignment across delivery streams and fostering a unified “One Microsoft” experience. - Anticipate and navigate political sensitivities, proactively mitigating escalations and ensuring customer satisfaction through executive-level engagement. Governance, Risk & Change Management - Design and lead robust program governance structures, including Program Boards, Change & Risk Boards, and internal Quality Review Boards. - Own the master schedule and associated risks, ensuring proactive monitoring, issue resolution, and corrective action through structured governance. - Collaborate closely with the customer Program Director and PMO to manage interdependencies, program changes, and decision-making processes. Stakeholder Engagement & Executive Communication - Build and sustain trusted relationships with C-level and senior executive stakeholders, aligning delivery with strategic goals and identifying opportunities to maximize customer investment. - Prepare and chair Executive Steering Committee meetings, delivering clear, concise updates on status, risks, schedules, and financials. - Serve as a liaison between Microsoft Area Account teams, partners, and senior leadership, ensuring effective communication and resolution of concerns. Operational Excellence & Financial Stewardship - Demonstrate deep financial acumen by overseeing program-level financial governance, resource planning, and budget accountability. - Lead the planning and design of the overall program, ensuring alignment with business priorities and Microsoft’s delivery capabilities. - Manage and mentor Program Leadership roles, ensuring operational excellence and accountability across all workstreams. Knowledge Sharing & Continuous Improvement - Champion cloud adoption and business value realization by driving continuous improvement and sharing insights across internal and external communities. - Promote the reuse and contribution of intellectual property (IP), holding teams accountable for leveraging collective knowledge and best practices. - Contribute to the evolution of Microsoft’s delivery model by sharing lessons learned and driving innovation in customer engagements.

Qualifications (Text Only)

Required Qualifications : - Master’s degree in a relevant fieldorequivalent practical experience in complex program management. - Proven experience delivering consulting services to external clients, preferably in enterprise or transformation contexts. - Fluency in both German (minimum C1) and English, written and spoken. Residency in Germany and valid EU work permit are strongly preferred due to operational and client-facing requirements. Preferred Qualifications : - Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (strongly preferred). - Agile certifications such asScrum Master,PMI-ACP, orPSM I. - Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. - Experience leading in matrixed or global delivery environments, particularly across virtual teams. - Experience withcloud service offerings, ideally Microsoft Azure or comparable platforms. - Experience with Microsoft Solution Areas “AI Business Solutions”, “Cloud & AI Platforms” & “Security”. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a requestvia the Accommodation request form. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.