Manager (f/m/d) Project Management Office

At IONOS, the leading European provider of cloud infrastructure, cloud services and hosting services, you will work together with a wide range of teams. We are characterized by open structures, a friendly working culture and flat hierarchies with a strong team spirit. We firmly believe that work and fun are compatible, and offer you the right environment for this. Our constant growth means that we are always looking for new colleagues. Become part of IONOS and grow with us.

The Manager Project Management Office is responsible for establishing and maintaining project management standards, ensuring effective project portfolio planning and execution in alignment with Objectives & Key Results. This role provides governance, strategic oversight, administrative support and ensures compliance across the COO area to enhance project success and organizational efficiency.

Tasks

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve project management frameworks, methodologies, and best practices.
• Oversee project portfolio management, ensuring projects align with strategic goals and deliver business value.
• Monitor project performance, risks, and resource allocation, ensuring timely execution and issue resolution.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and training to project managers and cross-functional teams.
• Establish reporting mechanisms to track project status, KPIs, and overall portfolio health.
• Deliver high-impact presentations and reports for senior leaders and executives, ensuring clear communication of project status, strategic insights, and key recommendations.
• Maintain and continuously improve the implementation of the OKR framework at the IONOS Group to ensure alignment of strategic goals, drive performance, and foster a results-oriented culture across the organization.
• Drive initiatives and ensure compliance to data privacy, infosec and risk management procedures for the COO area.
• Serve as point of contact and advisor for employees and managers regarding data protection, infosec and risk management for the COO area.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication and alignment across departments.
• Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, agility, and project success rates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Business, Project Management, or a related field.
• Proven experience in project management and PMO leadership.
• Expertise in project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent stakeholder management and leadership abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in additional languages is a plus.
• Experience in engaging with senior leadership is preferred.
• PRINCE2 or similar certification preferred.
• Experience with data privacy, information security and risk management is a plus.

Benefits

• Hybrid working model with home office option.
• Flexible working hours through trust-based working hours.
• At some locations a subsidized canteen and various free drinks.
• Modern office space with very good transport connections.
• Various employee discounts for activities and products.
• Employee events such as summer and winter parties, as well as workshops.
• Numerous training and development opportunities.
• Various health offers, such as sports and health courses.

About IONOS

IONOS is the leading European digitalization partner for small and medium-sized businesses (SMB). The company serves around six million customers and operates across 18 markets in Europe and North America, with its services being accessible worldwide. With its Web Presence & Productivity portfolio, IONOS acts as a 'one-stop shop' for all digitalization needs: from domains and web hosting to classic website builders and do-it-yourself solutions, from e-commerce to online marketing tools. In addition, the company offers Cloud Solutions to enterprises who are looking to move to the cloud as their businesses evolve. 

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