Salary: €70,000–€90,000 + Bonus
Hybrid: 3 days per week in our Berlin office, travel to client site 2-3 times a month
We are looking for a Client-Facing AI Project Lead to join a fast-growing, highly profitable consultancy at the forefront of applied artificial intelligence. Join a team of 30 friendly nerds who work with corporates, NGOs, Mittelstand companies, and scale-ups to create meaningful AI breakthroughs - from fast-paced MVPs to large-scale transformations.
Please Note: This is NOT an engineering role. This is a Project Management and Leadership role focused on client delivery, stakeholder management, and driving exponential value. You will be supported by an expert technical team.
What You’ll Do
- Be obsessed with achieving an actual AI breakthrough with the client and delivering exponential value.
- Lead fast-paced AI projects from inception to complete integration, ensuring alignment with defined goals and scope.
- Act as the core point of contact for our clients, driving efficient collaboration across functions and organizational borders.
- Build trust and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels (The "charm" factor!).
- Contribute to a growing, high-impact company and help shape its culture and direction.
What We’re Looking For
- Project Management Expertise: At least 2 years of experience successfully managing projects from start to finish, with a focus on delivering tangible value (ideally in consulting or a related field).
- High Processor Speed: Incredibly fast in anticipating, analyzing, and solving problems; able to understand technical basics and use tools effectively.
- Strong Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to lead workshops and confidently handle numbers.
- Language Skills: Ability to communicate effectively in German (speaking, writing) is required.
- Academic Foundation: A technical background (Bachelor’s or Master’s) is highly valued.
- Soft Skills: Demonstrable ability to deal with ambiguity ("See it. Say it. Sort it!") and build lasting trust.
Ideally, You Also Bring
- Understanding of and experience in AI projects and Machine Learning.
- Familiarity with project management methodologies such as Agile.
- High proficiency in both German and English (C1 level or higher).
- Willingness to travel to client sites 2–3 times per month across Europe.
What We Offer
- Ascension: Opportunity to do the best work of your career with significant autonomy and real impact in a key leadership role.
- Captivating AI Projects: Engage with high-impact projects that offer ample room for experimentation, continuous learning, and growth.
- Top-Tier Compensation: We offer top-of-market pay for this AI Project Lead role.
- Professional Environment: Flexible work environment based on trust, collaboration, and our innovative “No rules rules” philosophy.
- Supportive Culture: Family-friendly policies, flexible hours, and an active commitment to diversity, inclusion, and Female Empowerment (mentorship and leadership support).
