Project Management Officer (m/w/d)

VARO Energy Marketing AG; Hamburg; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive compensation package including a bonus

Flexible working hours and mobile working options

Health and wellness programs

Discounted public transport ticket

Business Bike leasing option

Job summary

An energy company located in Hamburg is seeking a Project Management Officer to drive strategic initiatives and ensure efficient execution across various business units. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Economics or a related field and at least 3 years of experience in project management or consulting. Strong analytical skills, fluency in German and English, and experience in cross-functional projects are essential. A competitive compensation package including a bonus program and flexible working hours is offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in consulting, project management, strategy, or transformation.
• Initial experience in the energy sector or a regulated environment is a plus.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional projects.

Responsibilities

• Steering and executing strategic initiatives within the German business.
• Developing business cases, analyses, and decision materials for senior management.
• Structuring complex topics and deriving actionable recommendations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Business acumen

Fluency in German

Fluency in English

PowerPoint skills

Education

Degree in Economics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering

Job description

Project Management Officer(m/f/x)

Hours: Full Time, 40 Hours
Location: Hamburg, Germany

VAROPreem is actively driving the transformation of its German business, with a clear focus on growth, integration, and strategic development. To support this transformation, we are looking for you as a Project Management Officer (m/f/x). In this role, you will work closely with the Country President Germany as well as the commercial leadership team and take responsibility for steering and executing key strategic initiatives. You will structure complex topics, develop decision‑making foundations, and ensure consistent execution in line with clearly defined priorities.

Acting as an interface between the relevant business units, you will ensure that strategic initiatives are implemented efficiently, in alignment, and with measurable impact. The role offers high visibility, direct exposure to key business decisions, and a broad scope across the value chain.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Steering and execution of strategic initiatives within the German business – from concept to implementation
• Development of business cases, analyses, and decision materials for senior management
• Preparation and development of presentations and management materials to support data‑driven decision‑making
• Structuring complex topics and deriving clear, actionable recommendations
• Supporting transformation projects, integrations (e.g., M&A), and process optimizations
• Close collaboration with Commercial, Supply & Trading, Sustainable Energies, Strategy & Transformation, and M&A
• Alignment and coordination of key stakeholders to ensure efficient project progress
• Establishing transparency on project status, priorities, and dependencies
• Ensuring focused and timely execution of strategic initiatives

Your Profile

• Successfully completed degree in Economics, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience (approx. 3+ years) in consulting, project management, strategy, or transformation
• Ideally initial experience in the energy sector or in a regulated environment
• Strong analytical skills and solid business acumen
• Experience in managing complex, cross‑functional projects
• Excellent PowerPoint skills and the ability to present complex topics in a clear and audience‑oriented way
• Fluency in German and English

Further Knowledge

• Strategic mindset combined with a pragmatic, execution‑oriented way of working
• High level of ownership and the ability to proactively drive topics forward
• Structured and solution‑oriented approach to complex challenges
• Confident and professional interaction with senior stakeholders
• Strong willingness to learn, curiosity, and resilience in a dynamic environment
• Ability to combine structure with an entrepreneurial mindset

Our Offer

• Be part of a company that not only accompanies the energy transition but actively drives it forward.
• An attractive compensation package including a bonus program.
• A central location in Hamburg’s HafenCity with an ergonomic workspace, modern equipment, and regular sports and team activities.
• Work in an international team with short decision‑making paths, strong collaboration, and a well‑established network.
• A flexible working time model with the option of mobile working and individually adaptable working hours.
• We support your onboarding with a structured and individualized induction plan and offer long‑term career perspectives. In addition, our VARO Learning Galaxy provides numerous opportunities for professional and personal development.
• Greater security for you and your family: we cover accident and survivors’ insurance as well as a fully employer-funded occupational pension scheme.
• Discounted Germany‑wide public transport ticket (Deutschlandticket) for an easy commute to the office.
• Option for Business Bike leasing.
• EGYM Wellpass with access to more than 9,000 sports and wellness partners – plus over 2,000 online courses.
• To keep your energy levels up: complimentary beverages and a subsidized Foodji vending machine in our Hamburg office.
• Professional counseling and coaching services through the Fürstenberg Institute – for both professional and personal matters.

Are you interested?

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If you have questions about this position, please contact our Recruiter Jasmin via [e-mail]

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