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Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager Data & AI who combines delivery strength, client leadership, and technical understanding. You will lead complex AI and data projects across all phases, from planning to go-live. The role requires ownership, structure, and the ability to align business goals with technical realities. You will serve as the delivery backbone, connecting strategic priorities, technical feasibility, and execution excellence.
Job Description
We are looking for a Senior Project Manager Data & AI who combines delivery strength, client leadership, and technical understanding. You will lead complex AI and data projects across all phases, from planning to go-live. The role requires ownership, structure, and the ability to align business goals with technical realities. You will serve as the delivery backbone, connecting strategic priorities, technical feasibility, and execution excellence.
Job Requirements
* 5+ years experience with client-facing, cross functional and tech-enabled delivery
* Proven track record in managing complex client engagements end-to-end
* Solid grasp of agile and classical project management frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, PMI, Prince2)
* Strong communication skills and ability to engage with both business and technical stakeholders
* Good technical understanding of data pipelines, AI models, and cloud platforms (no hands-on coding required)
* Brings a consultative, hands-on approach to structuring and steering client delivery.
* Fluent in German and English, French is a plus
* Familiarity with the Swiss enterprise environment, ideally with a network in banking or insurance
* Degree in business, IT, computer science, or related field
* Comfortable working onsite with clients when needed, primarily within Switzerland
Job Responsibilities
* Own and drive AI and data projects across all phases, from scoping to go-live
* Set up and ensure delivery structures that secure timeline, budget, and scope
* Lead day-to-day execution, remove blockers, and maintain team momentum
* Shape delivery hands-on, from requirement definition to client-facing advisory
* Act as primary contact for clients, manage expectations, and steer roadmap development
* Align closely with tech and strategy leads to ensure feasible, high-quality solutions
* Contribute to pre-sales with delivery logic, effort estimates, and solid project planning
* Continuously improve delivery practices and contribute to internal standards
Job Benefits
* The opportunity to lead the implementation of the AI transformation for leading companies in the insurance and financial sector
* Opportunities to work with cutting-edge AI technologies and innovative solutions that create real business value
* A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions directly drive our growth and success
* Supportive team culture that prioritises continuous learning, professional development and personal growth
* A leadership ethos focused on empowering people and fostering collaboration, excellence, authenticity and diversity
* A lean and agile organisation that values and incentivises entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking
* A dynamic and innovative work environment where you can learn, share and shape the future of our company alongside entrepreneurial people
* Competitive salary package with a variable performance component, 25 days of vacation, training and development opportunities, and a flat hierarchy
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Project Management
* Industries
Software Development
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