On behalf of our client, a leading Internet Company located in Zurich and Berlin, we are currently accepting resumes for the following professional opportunity:

A Swiss company is searching for an experienced program manager to lead pioneering external research cooperation programmes and build a new business line; the position is offered both at the Headquarters in Zurich and at the branch in Berlin, travel will be required.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with the business and development teams

• Define priorities and timelines

• Proactively search for new program opportunities

• Build and own program schedules and drive deliverables to completion

• Network in the Research community and make sure we stay within the EC regulations

• Minimize, manage and avoid risks to the program schedules and objectives

• Manage organizational work for new programs (reporting, resource allocation, founding of legal entities to ensure ongoing operation of the systems built in the scope of the program)

• Become a member of the Program Control Board

• Participation in EU program meetings

• Manage multiple programs with shifting and competing priorities

YOUR PROFILE

• BS/BA degree

• MS degree or MBA are a big plus

• 3+ years of program management experience

• Previous experience in EU funded R&D programs

• Experience in Media domain (TV, web services, etc.) is a plus

• Solid understanding of system architecture, design, and implementation

• Ability to quickly grasp business requirements and technical possibilities

• High energy and strong drive complemented with empathy and tact

• Strong ability to interact with a diverse set of technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Knowledge and experience with agile software development is a plus

• System integration or development experience is a nice to have qualification

• Experience working with Senior management and remote teams

• Proficient in English

OUR OFFER

• Opportunity to work with an agile team of high professionals

• Possibility to choose between two of the most advanced cities in Europe

• Annual salary not disclosed

• Full time and long term contract

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