(Junior) Project Manager (m/w/d)

At Edelman, we are the Trust Makers.

We are a global, independently-owned communications agency dedicated to building and strengthening trust between people, brands, companies, and organizations. With more than 6,000 employees across 60 offices, we craft communication strategies that empower our clients to earn the trust of their stakeholders and lead with conviction.

Our brand and corporate reputation experts work hand-in-hand,

leveraging data-driven strategies and deep industry knowledge. This ensures that our work is as integrated as the world around us.

To bring our vision to life, Edelman is currently seeking a (Junior) Project Manager (m/f/d) to join our team, preferably at one of our offices in Hamburg, Berlin, Cologne, Munich, or Frankfurt am Main.

Key responsibilities:

• You are a detail-oriented project manager with a passion for process and structure, ready to provide critical project support functions at local and international levels within our global network.
• You’re comfortable operating and managing projects with the oversight of the Project Director, while engaging in a community of local and international project managers. [JN1] [ML2]
• You demonstrate an ability to drive both growth and efficiency, coordinating with client management.
• You are proficient with modern project management software and are fluent in the agency briefing process.
• You’re comfortable developing estimates collaboratively with our senior PM staff, specialty leads and finance partners and secure approvals from relevant stakeholders.
• You’re able to support budget development, coordinate forecast inputs and actively oversee key project controlling steps, as well as provide critical support around resource planning, project reporting and quality management.
• You foster a culture of collaboration through your thoughtful planning and coordination efforts, keeping our team of international contributors on task.
  
  
  

Essential requirements:

• A University degree or comparable training.
• At least 2 years of professional experience in project management in a classic and/or digital agency environment.
• Experience with networked firms is a clear plus.
• An understanding of business management, financial oversight and project planning.
• Healthcare experience is a clear plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, including a very good knowledge of English and German.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  
  
  

Our Offer:

• You can balance any overtime with time off, in line with our overtime guidelines.
• Our hybrid work model gives you full flexibility regarding working hours and location (within Germany).
• Choose freely between Apple or Microsoft products.
• An LGBTIQ+ friendly work environment with a global network and a clear stance on inclusivity.
• Sustainability is a core part of our company strategy, driven by our Green Team.
• A wide range of initiatives, including DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) and Female Empowerment.
• Our comprehensive training program includes a variety of on-site courses as well as access to our digital training platform, offering content on topics such as community & culture, leadership & management, and more.
• Want to cycle to work? No problem with our company bikes.
• Achieve a good work-life balance with a free premium subscription to the CALM app, offering numerous meditation options and more.