Company Description
Freshworks makes it fast and easy for businesses to delight their customers and employees. We do this by taking a fresh approach to building and delivering software that is affordable, quick to implement, and designed for the end user. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Freshworks has a global team operating from 13 global locations to serve more than 65,000 companies - from startups to public companies - that rely on Freshworks software-as-a-service to enable a better customer experience (CRM, CX) and employee experience (ITSM).
Freshworks’ cloud-based software suite includes Freshdesk (omni-channel customer support), Freshsales (sales automation), Freshmarketer (marketing automation), Freshservice (IT service desk), Freshchat (AI-powered bots), supported by Neo, our underlying platform of shared services.
Freshworks is featured in global national press including CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, Bloomberg and has been a Built In Best Place to work in San Francisco and Denver for the last 3 years. Our customer ratings have earned Freshworks products Trust Radius Top Rated Software ratings and G2 Best of Awards for Best Feature Set, Best Value for the Price and Best Relationship.

Job Description
Job locations: London or Berlin (hybrid working)


We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Project Manager (Customer Engagement) to join our Saa S Professional Services Team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing complex enterprise-level projects within the Saa S industry. As an IT Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end delivery of our Saa S solutions to enterprise clients, ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning & Execution:

• Create and manage detailed project plans with clear timelines and resource allocation.
• Lead cross-functional teams to keep projects on track.
• Anticipate risks and issues, addressing them proactively to ensure smooth project delivery.

Stakeholder Management:

• Be the primary contact for clients, building strong, lasting relationships.
• Keep all stakeholders informed with clear, timely updates and ensure alignment on project goals.

Quality Assurance:

• Uphold best practices to ensure top-quality Saa S solutions.
• Regularly review deliverables, making sure they meet client standards and seeking ways to improve processes.

Change Management:

• Handle changes in project scope, schedule, or resources with minimal disruption.
• Assess the impact of change requests and communicate effectively to ensure smooth transitions.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in managing enterprise-level Saa S projects, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Language mandatory requirements: London- fluent in English (business level). Berlin - fluent in English (business level) and B2 level in German. French at B2 level is a strong advantage in both locations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications like PMP/PRINCE2 are preferred.
• Hands-on expertise in project planning, execution, risk management, task prioritization, and quality assurance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive project success collaboratively.
• Strong understanding of Saa S technologies, deployment methods, and industry best practices.
• Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience in organizing workshops for prioritizing project goals and managing change is an advantage

Additional Information
These are benefits you can expect from us in return in Germany:

• Paid Time Off - 25 days + additional days of paid time off (PTO) for every year of service for the first 5 years of your employment
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Discounted Tax Support Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Yoga - free virtual classes 2 times a week
• Learning - reimburse 65% of your class costs (after completion) up to €1,000/year
• Feedr - free lunch on Freshworks 3x a week in the office
• Hybrid working - 3 times a week in our office

At Freshworks, we are creating a global workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees, communities and the business.
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At Freshworks, we are creating a global workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees, communities and the business.