(Senior) Project Manager (f/m/d)

Your career at Deutsche Börse Group Your area of work: The Governance & Projects unit at Deutsche Börse AG serves as a central hub for governance-related topics. With a central function perspective, we manage large, cross-divisional projects that are not directly tied to business or IT. In this role, you’ll gain deep insights into the business and operating model of the entire Deutsche Börse Group at the very forefront. You’ll be part of a high-impact team, contributing to strategically important and demanding initiatives that shape the future of our organization. Your responsibilities: Lead cross-divisional, non-business, and non-IT projects with full accountability for scope, budget, and timelineIdentify, analyze, and manage project risksTrack and report project progress to steering committees and senior managementEnsure organizational readiness and smooth transitions to line functionsDrive strategic initiatives that enhance governance and operational excellence across the GroupOwn, maintain and further develop the Project Management Policy by integrating evolving industry best practices and lessons learned as well as oversee group wide adherenceLead and develop a group wide Project Management Working Group and contribute to the Deutsche Börse Group Project Management CommunityContribute project management expertise to the team to support team-led initiatives Your profile: 10–15 years of experience in project management, ideally within the financial sector and complex organizational structuresProven experience in regulatory governance topics (e.g., lines of defense, segregation of duties, written rules framework, control systems, legal entity integration)Project portfolio management, governance and controlling skills, with experience in maintaining project management frameworks and ensuring policy adherence across diverse project environmentsComfortable to take a leading role in any project, while applying a content driven leadership approachProject Management certification, PMI, Prince 2 or equivalentExcellent communication and presentation skills in both German and English, with experience in engaging with senior stakeholders and ability to transport complex topics clearly and persuasivelyA diplomatic, yet assertive and results-oriented mindsetPassion for building and leading professional communities, with the ability to connect people, share best practices, and drive engagement in project management topicsA collaborative spirit and commitment to team success