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Lead Technology Program Manager

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  • Level
    Lead
  • Job Field
    Project
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Permanent employment
  • Location
    Ludwigsburg
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you will work on executing strategic initiatives, support transformation projects, and maintain communication between various stakeholders while optimizing project management processes.

    Job Technologies

    Your role in the team

    • Build trusted, collaborative relationships and act as a credible partner and influencer for senior stakeholders across engineering, product, PMO, and the business.
    • Drive and support execution of in-market products aligned with the strategic roadmap of TAA Europe Region North.
    • Actively support transformation initiatives across DXG, including DevSecOps, Meridian time-writing, and GenAI programs.
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for the VP Product Software Engineering, providing structured and transparent status updates and tracking actions and dependencies.
    • Support portfolio management across products and projects, including preparation of executive-level materials, governance forums, and KPI monitoring.
    • Support and enable GenAI initiatives by maintaining visibility on resource allocation, tooling needs, and effective use of approved solutions.
    • Define, maintain, and continuously improve project management processes, templates, and best practices across technical, financial, legal, and operational domains.
    • Lead and support process improvement and organizational optimization initiatives, including facilitation of workshops, chairing meetings, and documenting outcomes.
    • Provide leadership and guidance to Reporting & Analysis (PMO) roles, ensuring alignment with portfolio objectives and delivery standards.

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    Our expectations of you

    Education

    • A Bachelor's degree is required; a Master's degree or comparable professional experience is a plus, combined with proven experience leading complex initiatives in international environments.

    Qualifications

    • Strong structured thinking, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
    • Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities.
    • Outstanding communication and presentation skills, with the ability to connect technical and non-technical audiences.
    • Proactive, service-oriented mindset with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
    • Proven ability to drive change within complex, matrixed organizations.
    • Fluent in written and spoken English and German.
    • Strong working knowledge of modern AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Claude is essential.

    Experience

    • At least 5 years of experience in program or project management, or consulting, within an international environment.
    • Background or experience in technical or software development environments is an advantage.
    • Strong project and program management expertise; experience in portfolio management, financial management, demand planning, or architecture is a plus.

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    What we offer

    • A permanent employment contract in an international organization, complemented by a company pension plan and personalized retirement counseling.
    • Enjoy 30 days of paid vacation, flexible working hours, and mobile working options to support a healthy balance between work and personal life.
    • The flexibility to work up to 20 days per year from abroad within a 12-month period.
    • Structured onboarding, continuous learning on the job, access to internal and external training, and international career opportunities to support your long-term development.
    • A comprehensive Corporate Benefits program, including JobRad leasing and life and retirement advisory services.
    • You will also receive a paid Volunteer Day to support social initiatives, complemented by our company-wide "Wolters Kluwer Cares" program.
    • High-performance IT equipment, modern office spaces with a shared-desk concept, free beverages, and well-connected office locations.
    • Experience strong collaboration through employee events and referral programs, supported by flat hierarchies, short decision paths, and room for your ideas.

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    Job Locations

    • Location Ludwigsburg

      Baden-Wรผrttemberg

      Germany

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    Wolters Kluwer Software und Service GmbH

    Wolters Kluwer Software und Service GmbH

    As a leading provider of information, software and services, Wolters Kluwer helps experts work better and solve complex problems in a constantly changing world. We are committed to the success of people and businesses we serve in over 180 countries every day.

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  • Company Size
    50-249 Employees
  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Internet, IT, Telecommunication
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    Lead Technology Program Manager

    Location
    Ludwigsburg
    Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
    Diversity
    Open for all genders

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