Project Manager - Change Management and Control

About the opportunity We are seeking a Project Manager to join the Change Management and Control team in Madrid. Our team sits within Global Operations Services (GOS) and is responsible for ensuring the successful delivery of cross-functional initiatives and programs across N26 Operations while working alongside stakeholders across the entire organisation (Legal, Business Operations, Product and Growth). In particular, working in change management and project management for the Operations department. In your next challenge, you will: Collaborate with stakeholders across various functions to address company management and strategic topics, such as roadmap development and business case formulation Take responsibility for preparing, supporting, and proactively challenging organizational changes originating from other parts of the business, particularly Product and Business Function stakeholders, that impact operational departments Lead the initiation, planning, and execution of specific projects in accordance with the Change Management & Control team’s framework, ensuring they are completed on time and that both pre- and post-launch requirements are raised and met within the defined scope Manage projects end-to-end, from initial strategic design through delivery execution, with a focus on continuous improvement and ongoing management, including identifying opportunities to improve internal processes and procedures within Operations Maintain and improve written documentation for the team, ensuring accuracy and clarity Contribute to the delivery and tracking of team OKRs to support overall performance and alignment with business goals Fully leverage and further develop critical business skills, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, project management, communication, stakeholder management, and leadership in a high-performing team environment Help maintain and update team documentation to ensure it is accurate, comprehensive, and easily understood Coordinate and facilitate weekly team meetings, ensuring clear communication, alignment on priorities, and timely follow-up on action items to support team progress What you’ll need to be successful Background: Minimum 5 years of experience in financial services with a proven track record of expanding scope and leading projects end-to-end At least 3 years of experience working in a fast-paced environment, ideally in project management or consulting A degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Management, or a related field is preferred Fluent in English; German and Spanish are a plus Skills: Strong project management skills, with experience handling projects involving multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment Ability to work independently on projects, even in challenging situations Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills to guide projects to completion within given constraints A growth mindset, with an agile, “get things done” approach to problem-solving Interest in the banking industry and a desire to expand your knowledge of both banking and project management Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively Able to take direction, work independently, and know when to ask for help What’s in it for you: Accelerate your career growth by joining one of Europe’s most talked about disruptors 🚀 Employee benefits that range from a competitive personal development budget, work from home budget, discounts to fitness & wellness memberships, language apps and public transportation As an N26 employee you will have access to a Premium subscription on your personal N26 bank account. As well as subscriptions for friends and family members. Additional day of annual leave for each year of service A high degree of autonomy and access to cutting edge technologies - all while working with a friendly team of peers of diverse nationalities, life experiences and family statuses A relocation package with visa support for those who need it Who we are N26 has reimagined banking for today’s digital world. Technology and design empower everything we do and it’s how we are building the global banking platform the world loves to use. We've eliminated physical branches, paperwork, and hidden fees for an elegant digital experience and supreme savings. Giving people the power to live and bank their way is what gets us out of bed in the morning and inspires the work that we do. We are headquartered in Berlin with offices in multiple cities across Europe, including Vienna and Barcelona, and a 1,500-strong team of more than 80 nationalities. Sounds good? Apply now for this position. Equal Opportunities: We recognize that our strength lies in our people and the varied perspectives they bring to our workforce. We strive to build talented and diverse teams to drive our business success and empower our people to reach their full potential. We genuinely welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, neurodiversities, and ages. We're committed to creating an inclusive workspace where everyone feels valued and respected, free from harassment and discrimination. If there's anything you need to make the application process work for you, please let us know by reaching out to [email protected] . Visit our website to learn more about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at N26.