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Project Director (m / w / d)

Project Director (m / w / d)

EdelmanKöln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
Vor 6 Tagen
Stellenbeschreibung

At Edelman, we are the TrustMakers .

We are a global, independentcommunications agency dedicated to building trust between people,brands, companies, and organizations. With over 6,000 employees inmore than 60 offices worldwide, we develop communication strategiesthat empower our clients to gain stakeholder trust and confidentlylead and act.

Our Brand and Corporate Reputationexperts work collaboratively, combining data-driven strategies withdeep industry knowledge. This enables us to deliver integratedsolutions that reflect the interconnected world we operatein.

To bring our vision to life, Edelman islooking for a Project Director (m / f / d) to joinour team as soon as possible, ideally at one of our locations inHamburg, Berlin, Cologne, Munich, or Frankfurt amMain.

YourResponsibilities :

  • Lead and manageprojects independently as part of a local and international team ofProject Managers.
  • Manage client relationshipsand budgets across various areas (e.g., Brand Marketing,Healthcare, Corporate Reputation) and collaborate closely withClient Management to grow accounts.
  • Overseecomplex, integrated campaigns (e.g., social media, web, print),ensuring seamless project execution.
  • Serve asthe key liaison for cross-functional teams, locally andinternationally, within our global network, with a strong focus onprocess structures.
  • Prepare and monitor costestimates in collaboration with internal teams and FinanceManagers, ensuring timely internal and externalapprovals.
  • Manage budget planning, forecasting,and quality assurance while optimizing resource allocation withResource Managers to attract top talent for yourprojects.
  • Track performance metrics usingdashboards and predefined KPIs, proposing improvements with ClientLeads.
  • Supervise and mentor Project Managerswithin project teams.
  • Set up projects withclear, scalable structures, define goals and parameters, assembleteams, and establish efficient processes for sustainableoutcomes.
  • Act as the escalation point to managerisks in your project portfolio and support transformationalprocesses with strategic solutions alongside TeamLeads.

YourProfile :

  • A degree or equivalentqualification, with at least six years of professional experiencein project management within traditional and / or digital agencyenvironments—preferably with international market exposure,particularly in the Middle East (e.g., SaudiArabia).
  • Proven leadership in driving projectsforward with determination and ensuring successful delivery ofobjectives.
  • A natural team leader with a clearvision, active mentorship, and an ability to integrate culturaldiversity seamlessly into workflows.
  • Strongstrategic, conceptual, and proactive thinking abilities, coupledwith high decision-making and executionskills.
  • Exceptional organizational skills,attention to detail, and a solution-oriented approach to settingpriorities in a dynamic, multiculturalenvironment.
  • Excellent English and Germancommunication skills (written and spoken) are essential. Arabicskills are a plus but notrequired.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of SaudiArabian business and cultural practices to enhance collaborationon-site.
  • Willingness to travel between Germanyand Saudi Arabia to manage projects and strengthen localpartnerships.

    • What WeOffer :

  • Flexible working hours andlocations (within Germany) under our hybrid workingmodel.
  • Options to choose between Apple orMicrosoft products.
  • A supportive, inclusivework environment with a global network and strong advocacy forLGBTIQ+ rights.
  • Sustainability initiatives ledby our Green Team.
  • Diversity, Equity &Inclusion (DEI) and Female Empowermentprograms.
  • Comprehensive learning anddevelopment opportunities, including digital training platformscovering topics like Community & Culture and Leadership &Management.
  • Access to Company Bikes forcommuting and a free premium subscription to the CALM app forpost-work relaxation.

    • Interested?Then please apply, including your salary expectations and yourearliest possible start date. We look forward to getting to knowyou!

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