Job locations: London or Berlin (hybrid working)
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Project Manager (Customer Engagement) to join our SaaS Professional Services Team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex enterprise-level projects within the SaaS industry. As an IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end delivery of our SaaS solutions to enterprise clients, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning & Execution:
- Create and manage detailed project plans with clear timelines and resource allocation.
- Lead cross-functional teams to keep projects on track.
- Anticipate risks and issues, addressing them proactively to ensure smooth project delivery.
Stakeholder Management:
- Be the primary contact for clients, building strong, lasting relationships.
- Keep all stakeholders informed with clear, timely updates and ensure alignment on project goals.
Quality Assurance:
- Uphold best practices to ensure top-quality SaaS solutions.
- Regularly review deliverables, making sure they meet client standards and seeking ways to improve processes.
Change Management:
- Handle changes in project scope, schedule, or resources with minimal disruption.
- Assess the impact of change requests and communicate effectively to ensure smooth transitions.
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Minimum of 4 years of experience in managing enterprise-level SaaS projects, preferably in a professional services environment.
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Language mandatory requirements: London- fluent in English (business level). Berlin - fluent in English (business level) and B2 level in German. French at B2 level is a strong advantage in both locations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications like PMP/PRINCE2 are preferred.
- Hands-on expertise in project planning, execution, risk management, task prioritization, and quality assurance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive project success collaboratively.
- Strong understanding of SaaS technologies, deployment methods, and industry best practices.
- Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
- Experience in organizing workshops for prioritizing project goals and managing change is an advantage
These are some benefits you can expect from us in return in UK:
- Paid Time Off - 25 days per year
- Private Medical Insurance
- Medical Cash Plan
- Employer Pension - Freshworks contributes up to 6%
- Life Assurance
- Income Protection
- Paid time off - 25 days
- Yoga - Free virtual classes 2 times a week
- Learning - reimburse 65% of your class costs (after completion), up to €1,000/year
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Discounted Tax Support Services
- Employee Assistance Program
- Feedr - weekly lunch budget of £37
- Hybrid working - 3 times a week in our office
At Freshworks, we are creating a global workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees, communities and the business.
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At Freshworks, we are creating a global workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees, communities and the business.
