(Senior) Legal Project Manager

Are you characterized by a service-oriented and structured way of working? Then come and join our Legal Project Management Team.In this role you oversee and drive the execution of global legal operations projects, ensuring seamless integration of business applications within the existing legal technology landscape. Lead cross-departmental initiatives and autonomously manage project deliverables while maintaining and enhancing the current toolset.All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:DIGITALIZATIONLead and manage digital transformation projects, ensuring successful implementation and user adoption. Responsibilities include: Requirements engineering Ensuring robust test management and smooth implementation Overseeing data quality Providing global key user support Delivering comprehensive training to enable user proficiencyREPORTING & ANALYSISDevelop and deliver insightful reports and data analyses to support data-driven decision-making within the Legal team. Ensure high data quality across our systems.PROJECT MANAGEMENTLead the determination and definition of project scope and objectives in collaboration with stakeholders. Collaborating with stakeholders to lead the determination and definition of project scope and objectives. Developing detailed project schedules and continuously monitor progress to ensure timely delivery. Providing regular updates to various stakeholders, keeping them informed about project developments. Implementation of industry best practices, methodologies, and standards to ensure efficient project execution. Offer project management coaching to promote growth and adherence to established standards.KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENTFacilitate knowledge hubs and centers of influence across the organization. Design an intuitive intranet experience for easy sharing and retrieval of best practices. Encourage documentation and sharing of work using standard templates and formats. Mitigate the risk of knowledge loss due to staff turnover and role transitionsCONTINUOUS INNOVATIONContinuously stay informed about global trends, best practices, and innovations in Legal Operations, while identifying and evaluating potential tools and technologies that align with organizational needs and drive efficiency.Your areas of knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field - a Master's degree is a plus.5-8 years of project management experience, preferably in a legal or related fieldCertified Project Management Professional (PMP), PRINCE2 Practitioner, or an equivalent certification/training based on PMP is highly desirableExpertise in project management software tools, methodologies, and best practicesExperience with database systems and master data maintenance is advantageousStrong technical acumen and a solution-oriented mindsetIn-depth understanding of legal topicsHighly committed, responsible, analytical, process-oriented, and precise in workProficiency in MS Office, particularly ExcelExcellent communication skills in English and a passion for engaging with diverse stakeholders - German language is a plusDue to legal reasons we are obliged to disclose the minimum salary according to the collective agreement for this position, which is EUR 2,446 gross per month. However, our attractive compensation package is based on market-oriented salaries and is therefore significantly above the stated minimum salary.As an employer, we value diversity and support people in developing their potential and strengths, realizing their ideas and seizing opportunities. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, skin colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or origin.