Senior Transformation & Project Manager

Solaris; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 75.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Learning & development budget

Remote working allowance

Free online yoga

Mental healthcare service

Public transport allowance

Partial lunch reimbursement

Additional vacation days

Zusammenfassung

Solaris is looking for an experienced Senior Transformation and Project Manager to work directly with the Chief of Staff. The role involves leading high-profile projects within our financial services portfolio, ensuring they are delivered on time and in compliance with regulations.

Key responsibilities include managing large-scale projects, bridging business and technology gaps, and overseeing cross-functional teams. The company offers various employee benefits, including a learning budget and remote working allowance.

Qualifikationen

• 7-10 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years in financial services.
• Ability to distill complex information into clear insights for executives.
• Strong presentation skills and emotional intelligence.

Aufgaben

• Lead projects within financial services, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage resources and project budgets for maximum ROI.
• Guide junior team members and practice best project management methods.

Kenntnisse

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Emotional Intelligence

Ausbildung

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

AI tools

PMP

PRINCE2

Jobbeschreibung

Responsibilities

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Transformation and Project Manager to work directly with the Chief of Staff and be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of high-profile projects within our financial services portfolio
• You will bridge the gap between business and technology, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in strict compliance with German and European financial regulations
• You will lead cross-functional teams, manage executive stakeholders, and drive transformation across the organization
• Lead and manage large-scale, complex projects from initiation to closure, encompassing digital transformation, regulatory compliance, or operational efficiency
• Act as the primary point of contact for C-level executives, department heads, and external vendors. Facilitate steering committee meetings and provide transparent reporting on project status, risks, and KPIs
• Ensure all project deliverables comply with relevant financial industry regulations and standards (e.g., BaFin requirements, MaRisk, DORA, GDPR, ECB guidelines)
• Allocate resources effectively across multiple workstreams. Forecast, track, and manage project budgets, ensuring maximum ROI
• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues. Develop robust contingency plans to ensure seamless project execution
• Champion best practices in project management. Apply the appropriate methodologies tailored to the specific needs of the project
• Provide guidance, coaching, and leadership to junior project managers, business analysts, and project team members

Benefits

• Learning & development budget
• Remote working allowance
• Free online yoga
• Referral program
• Mental healthcare service
• Public transport allowance
• Partial lunch reimbursement
• Additional vacation days
• Glasses for laptop work
• Fruits and drinks at the office
• Volunteering days

Qualifications and Requirements

• Proven ability to navigate complex matrix organizations and align stakeholders with competing priorities (e.g., balancing the demands of IT, Business, and Compliance/Legal).
• Strong negotiation skills to secure necessary resources, manage scope creep, and reach consensus without compromising project integrity or regulatory standards.
• Ability to distill complex, technical, or regulatory information into clear, actionable insights for C-level executives and steering committees.
• Active certification in standard project management frameworks (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, IPMA Level B/C) and Agile methodologies (e.g., Scrum Master, SAFe).
• Ability to lead, motivate, and drive accountability in cross-functional teams without formal disciplinary authority; a collaborative leadership style that fosters a culture of psychological safety, continuous improvement, and open feedback.
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Comfortable working with AI tools, thinking critically about AI outputs, and contributing to a culture of responsible AI use; demonstrate comfort with AI-assisted workflows and willingness to continuously develop AI capabilities as technology evolves.
• Exceptional presentation skills with the confidence to deliver difficult news or status updates transparently and constructively.
• Comfortable operating in an environment of ambiguity, particularly when navigating shifting market conditions or sudden regulatory changes.
• Emotional intelligence (EQ) and the ability to remain calm, focused, and objective in high-stakes, high-stress situations.
• Business fluent in both German and English language skills.
• 7-10 years of project management experience, with at least 5 years specifically within the financial services sector (banking, asset management, insurance, or fintech).

While job ads usually paint an ideal picture of a candidate, studies show that most applicants meet an average of 60% of the criteria.

Unfortunately, many promising candidates tend to apply only if they meet all the criteria. So if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet every single item in the job description, please contact us anyway. We’d love to talk with you and find out if you might be a good fit for us.