Academic Work

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German-Speaking IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager
Espoo, Finland · Kuopio, Finland · Frankfurt, Germany
HybridFull-time, Senior
Estimated €2,522 - €3,023
At a glance

IT project lead for German and Finnish customer projects; fluent German and English required.

Original job description

Join Matrix42, a growing international IT company delivering cutting-edge Service and Identity Management solutions. We are seeking a proactive IT Project Manager fluent in German and English, and ideally also in Finnish, to drive customer projects across the Nordic markets in a low-hierarchy, people-focused organization. About the role As an IT Project Manager at Matrix42, you will be responsible for delivery projects related to Service Management (ITSM/ESM) and Identity Management (IAM/IGA) solutions. Your work will focus particularly on the German and Finnish markets and on successfully delivering projects related to public and private sector tenders. You will collaborate closely with sales, technical consultants, and clients to ensure successful project delivery and high customer satisfaction. You can work in a hybrid model from the Espoo (Säteri), Kuopio, or Frankfurt office, and you enjoy meeting colleagues and customers face-to-face on a regular basis. The role requires occasional travel depending on project and customer needs. You are offered: The opportunity to build your career in a growing international company A warm, low-hierarchy, people-centric work community where colleagues support each other and laughter is part of everyday life An agile growth company of the right size, without unnecessary bureaucracy, but with clear processes and strong development opportunities A working culture where humanity and well-being come first, while drive and high motivation are visible in everyday work Work tasks In your role as IT Project Manager, you will be fully responsible for planning, executing, and steering customer projects related to Service and Identity Management solutions. Your tasks include close collaboration with sales, technical experts, and customers, as well as managing project resources, time entries, and budget adherence. Lead end-to-end planning and execution of IT implementation and development projects Guide and coordinate technical consultants and the project team Monitor project resources, budgets, and schedules to ensure targets are met Conduct status meetings and report progress to steering groups and other stakeholders Ensure customer satisfaction and proactive communication throughout all project phases We are looking for Strong experience leading IT projects in direct client-facing roles, ideally on the supplier side, acting as the primary point of contact between customer and delivery teams Fluent German and English skills, and Finnish language skills are an advantage Knowledge of different project management methodologies (e.g., Agile and Waterfall) Willingness to travel when required by projects Excellent collaboration and communication skills with various stakeholders Experience with public sector tendering processes and working with public sector customers as well as delivering SaaS-based or platform solutions are seen as an addition asset. To succeed in this role you are: Proactive and eager to learn – you adopt new knowledge quickly and boldly seize development opportunities Curious about change – you thrive in an environment where processes evolve, new people and products are introduced, and you can adapt your approach to different situations Natural organizer and bridge-builder – you guide both customers and project teams toward shared goals, collaborate smoothly with stakeholders, and communicate credibly even in demanding situations Service-minded and solution-oriented – you sense the dynamics of customer situations, identify opportunities to add value, and take responsibility for ensuring smooth progress for both the customer and your own organization The role will later require passing a limited security clearance. Our recruitment process This recruitment process is handled by Academic Work and it is our client’s wish that all questions regarding the position is directed to Academic Work. Our selection process is continuous and the advert may close before the recruitment process is completed if we have moved forward to the next phase. The process includes two tests: one personality test and one cognitive test. The tests are tools to find the right talent for the right position, to enable equality, diversity, and a fair process. Matrix42 Finland Oy Matrix42 is an European company based in Frankfurt am Main, which helps organizations to digitalize and automate their work in order to relieve the burden on IT and HR departments. As a service management provider, we accelerate the digital transformation of our customers in times of skills shortages. We offer “Cloud Your Way”, which allows customers to decide for themselves how they want to use our technology: publicly, regionally or in their data center. At Matrix42, we believe our people are at the core of our success. We foster an environment where great ideas excel, and innovation shapes the way forward. Ready to be part of a culture built on passion, collaboration, and shared achievements? Matrix42 offers you a place to make a difference and thrive together!

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How this salary compares
Estimated €2,522 - €3,023Est. take-home €2,070 - €2,394

Estimated from 1,362 comparable listings

36% below IT Project Manager roles
€2,522€4,300 median€4,600
Monthly salary comparison for IT Project Manager
MarketLower bound (25th percentile)MedianUpper bound (75th percentile)
IT Project Manager roles€4,000 per month€4,300 per month€4,600 per month
This offer€2,522 per month€2,773 per month€3,023 per month
Responsibilities
  • Plan, execute and steer customer projects from end to end
  • Lead IT implementation and development projects
  • Guide and coordinate technical consultants and project teams
  • Manage project resources, time entries, budgets and schedules
  • Conduct status meetings and report progress to steering groups and stakeholders
  • Maintain customer satisfaction and proactive communication throughout project phases
  • Travel occasionally according to project and customer needs
Requirements
  • Strong experience leading client-facing IT projects, ideally on the supplier side
  • Fluent German and English
  • Finnish is an advantage
  • Knowledge of Agile and Waterfall project-management methodologies
  • Willingness to travel when projects require it
  • Excellent collaboration and communication skills with varied stakeholders
  • Public-sector tendering or customer experience is an advantage
  • SaaS or platform solution delivery experience is an advantage
  • Ability to pass a limited security clearance
Recruitment Process
  1. Continuous selection; the advertisement may close early if the process advances
  2. Personality test
  3. Cognitive test
Financial overview
€7.2M
Revenue
€207.0K
Profit
3.0%
Profit margin
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About the employer

Matrix42 is a European company based in Frankfurt am Main that helps organizations digitalize and automate work to reduce the burden on IT and HR departments. It provides Service Management and Cloud Your Way solutions, allowing customers to use its technology in public or regional cloud environments or in their own data centers.

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