Head of Transformation & Projects

Lead the bank's project portfolio and define standards for project execution across Solaris. You will report directly to the Chief of Staff and be responsible for strategic alignment, governance, and successful delivery of all business-critical initiatives, ranging from digital transformation and IT infrastructure to regulatory implementation.

What you'll do

• Oversee the bank's entire project landscape. Prioritize initiatives based on ROI, strategic value, and regulatory deadlines.
• Ensure all project management processes comply with MaRisk and DORA.
• Standardize and evolve the project management framework, fostering a hybrid environment that integrates traditional Waterfall and Agile/Scrum.
• Manage the total project budget, ensuring cost transparency, resource optimization, and strict adherence to financial forecasts.
• Act as a key advisor to the Executive Board. Translate complex project statuses into actionable insights for senior leadership.
• Implement robust risk identification and mitigation strategies. Ensure "Three Lines of Defense" principles are integrated into project workflows.
• Lead and mentor a team of Senior Project Managers and PMO specialists, promoting a culture of continuous learning and excellence.

What you'll need

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Business Informatics, or a Bachelor with related additional trainings in the related fields.
• 10+ years of experience in project/program management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a German bank or financial institution.
• Deep expertise in BaFin requirements, specifically MaRisk AT 4.3.2 and DORA.
• Strong negotiation skills to manage conflicting priorities between IT, Business, and Compliance.
• Fluent German language skills (essential for interaction with regulators) and fluent Business English.
• Ability to dissect complex interdependencies in a highly regulated environment.
• Ability to maintain a "calm hand" during high-pressure regulatory audits or critical system migrations.

Nice to have

• Comfortable working with AI tools, thinking critically about AI outputs, and contributing to a culture of responsible AI use.

What they offer

• Competitive salary and variable remuneration program.
• Learning & development budget of €1000 per year with transparent growth framework.
• 28 vacation days, increasing by 2 days after 2 years and 3 days after 3 years.
• Home office budget, monthly meal allowance, and Deutschland ticket subsidy.
• Opportunity to work abroad for up to 12 weeks per year.