Senior Strategic Program Manager

Spendesk; Paris; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading fintech company in Paris is seeking a strategic operations professional to drive key initiatives and collaborate with senior leadership. This role involves managing complex projects, aligning stakeholders, and contributing to Spendesk's long-term strategy. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in consulting or project management, along with a strong educational background. Join a dynamic team dedicated to operational excellence and value creation.

Prestations

Flexible remote policies

Funded lunches

Premium health insurance

Wellness programs

Latest Apple equipment

Positive team environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in top-tier consulting or investment banking, or 5+ years in operational/project management roles.
• Experience in fast-growing environments (SaaS or FinTech preferred).

Responsabilités

• Steer execution of strategic initiatives and manage complex projects.
• Collaborate with senior leadership and coordinate cross-functional teams.
• Track progress and facilitate decision-making.

Connaissances

Strategic vision

Drive and leadership

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Problem-solving mindset

Stakeholder alignment

Formation

Master's degree from a top-tier business or engineering school

Description du poste

Reporting to VP Strategy Operations

What You'll Be Doing

• Steer the execution of strategic initiatives that will transform Spendesk
• Structure clear project governance, objectives, and workstreams
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align strategic direction and foster complex problem solving
• Drive planning and coordinate cross-functional teams; establish a weekly/monthly rhythm, balancing autonomy and intervention
• Participate in analysis and execution with key stakeholders
• Track and report progress to leadership; facilitate decision-making at appropriate levels
• Contribute to developing a project toolkit for strategic projects
• Example projects include revamping pricing & packaging, integrating AI into operations and products, building flexible sourcing models, and streamlining company cadence and governance
• Note: The role focuses on delivering concrete impact, not building bureaucracy
• Contribute to defining and executing Spendesk’s strategy
• Shape Spendesk’s long-term 'full-potential plan' to maximize financial value, synthesizing operational, strategic, and financial perspectives
• Deep dive into strategic options such as geographical or product expansion
• Participate in corporate development activities, including M&A analysis and execution
• Support company cadence, coordinate Board meeting preparations, and contribute to steering the OKR process with the StratOps team
• Assist in preparing materials for internal events like townhalls and leadership meetings

What We're Looking For

• Skills
• Strategic vision
• Drive and leadership
• Analytical and structured thinking
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Hands-on problem-solving mindset
• Ability to work autonomously while aligning stakeholders

• Background
• Proven experience managing complex, cross-functional projects: 3-5 years in top-tier consulting or investment banking, or 5+ years in operational/project management roles in fast-growing environments (SaaS or FinTech preferred)
• Master's degree from a top-tier business or engineering school
• This role offers a unique opportunity to drive strategic execution in a scale-up, working directly with senior leadership to accelerate value creation and operational excellence

As we are an international team, please submit your application and CV in English.

About Spendesk

Spendesk is a 7-in-1 spending solution designed for finance teams to make faster, smarter spending decisions. Founded in 2016, it is one of Europe's fastest-growing fintechs, with over 4,000 customers and an international team of 300+ employees based in Paris, Berlin, London, and remote. We have raised over €260M from leading investors, are a French tech unicorn, and have ambitious growth plans.

About Our People & Culture

We believe people perform best when given the freedom to thrive and grow. We empower Spendeskers to take ownership, navigate ambiguity, and seize opportunities. Our team comes from over 35 countries and shares values of boldness, curiosity, kindness, and positivity.

About Our Benefits

Our culture emphasizes trust, empowerment, and growth, supported by benefits such as flexible remote policies, funded lunches, premium health insurance, wellness programs, latest Apple equipment, and a positive team environment.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and encouraged to apply regardless of background.