Head of Project Management

Copenhagen, Denmark

About the job

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Project Management to oversee and lead our project management team. This leadership role requires mastery in steering business-critical projects from strategic planning through to execution, managing large-scale initiatives with substantial budgets and significant organizational impact. As the Head of Project Management, you will play a vital role in cross-funnel collaboration.

Additional responsibilities will be:

• Strategic Project Leadership: Understand strategies, and oversee project scopes, objectives, deliverables, and timelines in alignment with business goals. Lead the project management vision across the organization.
• Resource and Budget Management: Efficiently allocate resources and manage project budgets, ensuring projects remain financially viable while staying within budget constraints.
• Team Leadership and Development : Provide leadership, mentorship, and support to project managers and cross-functional teams. Cultivate an environment of collaboration and innovation, resolving conflicts and keeping projects on track.
• Risk and Compliance Management: Identify and mitigate project risks and ensure compliance with organizational guidelines. Develop proactive plans to address challenges and align with risk policies.
• Stakeholder Engagement : Act as the principal contact for stakeholders, including senior executives. Manage expectations, update regularly, and ensure alignment with organizational goals and stakeholder needs.
• Change and Quality Management: Handle project changes in scope, goals, or timelines, skillfully adapting while maintaining project integrity. Ensure projects meet quality standards and align with the strategic vision.

Your profile

We are looking for enthusiastic Saxonians, who are passionate about making a difference.

• Extensive experience in leading project management operations, with a track record in handling complex and large-scale projects.
• Strong leadership capabilities and experience in team development.
• Deep understanding of compliance and risk management in a commercial setting.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to navigate interpersonal relationships, manage team dynamics, and foster a positive work environment.

Are you ready to lead our project management function and drive excellence?

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You will join 2,500 other ambitious colleagues across 15 countries and become part of an international organisation. Working in Saxo, you will get to meet colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds, and you should know that we value diversity and inclusion and see it as a genuine source of strength to drive growth, foster innovation and position us for long-term success.

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When you bring passion, curiosity, drive and team spirit, your learning journey will be dynamic and your career opportunities in Saxo will be immense.

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