Project Manager – Strategic Projects & Cross-Functional Initiatives (m/f/d)

As a Project Manager in our central strategic function, you will work on cross-functional topics that are highly relevant to L1VE’s continued development. You will analyze complex questions, develop decision-making materials and coordinate implementation together with the teams involved.

You will combine strategic thinking with a strong focus on execution. In this role, you will work closely with the executive team, senior leadership and teams across Product, Tech, Content, Marketing, Finance and Operations.

• Manage strategic and cross-functional projects from structuring the initial question through planning, implementation and follow-up
• Analyze complex business, organizational and operational topics and develop clear recommendations and decision-making materials
• Prepare management decisions, presentations, briefings and other materials for the executive team and senior leadership
• Coordinate teams, stakeholders and external partners across different functions and locations
• Develop and maintain project plans, milestones, responsibilities, dependencies and risk assessments
• Identify opportunities for optimization and growth and independently develop and implement appropriate initiatives
• Track decisions, action items and project progress while identifying and resolving blockers at an early stage
• Establish transparent reporting and communication structures for ongoing projects and cross-functional initiatives
• Support specific strategic initiatives, for example in the areas of business model development, organization, partnerships, platform, content or international collaboration

Your profile

• At least five years of professional experience in management consulting, strategic project management, PMO, Corporate Strategy, Business Operations or a comparable role
• Proven experience independently managing complex, cross-functional projects involving multiple stakeholders
• Strong ability to quickly understand complex topics, analyze them in a structured way and translate them into clear recommendations and actionable measures
• Experience preparing management decisions and creating compelling presentations, analyses and decision papers
• Confident use of project management methods, planning and documentation tools, combined with a consistent focus on objectives, priorities, timelines and responsibilities
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills, as well as a confident manner when working with executives, senior leaders, functional teams and external partners
• A high degree of independence, a strong sense of ownership, analytical and entrepreneurial thinking, and the ability to create clarity and direction in ambiguous situations
• Excellent written and spoken German and English
• Confident and practical use of AI and digital tools; you can demonstrate with specific examples how you have used them to improve quality, speed or decision-making
• A strong interest in sports, media, entertainment, technology and immersive experiences

Why us?

• You will work on strategic and cross-functional topics that directly shape the development of an internationally active media and technology company.
• You will work closely with the executive team and senior leadership and have a direct influence on decisions and their implementation.
• You will have significant room to shape your work, short decision-making paths, international collaboration, hybrid working options and flexible working hours.

Interested?

Please send us your CV and a few sentences outlining your interest in L1VE and why you would be a strong fit for the Project Manager role. If available, we would also be pleased to receive examples of complex projects that you independently structured and successfully delivered.