Head of Project Management Office (m/f/d)

SPORTFIVE is a global sports marketing agency that delivers customer-centric solutions based on trust and transparency, deep industry experience and global relationships, digital intelligence and innovation. SPORTFIVE strategically and creatively connects brands, rights-holders, media platforms and fans to create and enable contemporary partnerships in sports.

While creating and growing long-term value for all, SPORTFIVE often leads the sports business into the future through innovative digital solutions and strives to be the most progressive and respected partner in sports.

Being at the centre of professional sport SPORTFIVE will use its unique position, in order to make a positive contribution to sustainability and to live up to the social and economic duty and responsibility, which sport and consequently all parties involved, also have.

SPORTFIVE operates with a global mindset and network of over 1,200 local experts based in 15 countries around the world, active in Football, Golf, Esports, Motorsport, Handball, Tennis, American Football, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Rugby, Olympics and Multi-Sport Events and many more.

Your Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing a project portfolio management framework, including prioritization and selection criteria, to ensure alignment with the organization's strategic goals and objectives
• Overseeing project governance, including providing guidance on project selection, approval, and prioritization, as well as monitoring and controlling project performance and progress
• Managing the overall project budget, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication for the project portfolio
• Leading and mentoring project managers and agile coaches, and providing ongoing support to help them deliver successful projects
• Establishing and maintaining project management standards, processes, and tools to improve project delivery efficiency and effectiveness
• Optimizing processes and procedures to continuously improve project management practices and ensure successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to the expected quality standards

Your Profile:

• Project management certification, such as Prince2, PMP or IPMA
• 10+ years of experience in project management, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects
• 5+ years of experience in establishing and implementing project management standards and procedures
• 5+ years of experience in leading and managing project teams
• 3+ years of experience in managing project portfolios, including developing and implementing a project portfolio management framework, overseeing project governance, and managing project budgets and resource allocation
• Strong knowledge and experience in project management methodologies, tools, and processes
• Experience in optimizing processes and procedures to continuously improve project management practices and ensure successful delivery of projects on time, within budget, and to the expected quality standards
• Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills, with the ability to mentor and guide project managers and agile coaches, and to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of project portfolio management and its role in aligning project activities with organizational goals and objectives. They should also have a deep understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and processes, and a track record of successfully leading and managing project teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget. Additionally, they should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and be able to optimize processes and procedures to continuously improve project delivery performance.

This is what you can expect from us:

• An exciting task in the (digital) sports & entertainment business, a highly committed team with short communication and decision-making paths
• Freedom for both personal and professional development, supported by individual development planning with complementary, further training measures as well as "training on the job”
• Support for work-life balance, including flexible working hours and mobile working, and a free family service for support in all life situations
• Discounted partner offers as well as a wide range of additional benefits
• A culture of diversity and "living" our values - regular training courses and clear internal processes form the formal basis for our open, respectful, and appreciative interaction with one another

SPORTFIVE values the diversity of its employees as an enrichment and is expressly committed to the goal of equal opportunities for all genders. Women are strongly encouraged to apply in this regard.