(Junior) Project Manager

About the role

This role sits within the operations backbone of a fast growing digital health business where you will own the end to end coordination of projects that keep the company moving. You will act as the central point of alignment, translating strategic objectives into clear task lists and timelines that different teams can follow without constant supervision. Your work will focus on building and maintaining routines, checklists, and escalation paths so that recurring initiatives run smoothly and predictable outcomes are delivered. You will manage relationships with internal and external vendors, track key dates, and document every process step so that knowledge is shared and replaceable. Strong operators in this environment are organized, pragmatic, and comfortable with change, using data and simple tools to monitor progress and drive improvements. You will document your work in a way that allows any teammate to step in and understand what has been done, what is pending, and what decisions were made. Success in this position will be measured by how reliably you execute workflows, how clearly you communicate status, and how effectively you support long term employee participation programs that enable internal mobility and growth.

Key facts

What you'll do

Coordinate cross functional project activities from initial scoping through final execution, ensuring that tasks, owners, and deadlines are clearly defined.

Own the creation and maintenance of project documentation, including timelines, status updates, and process maps that keep stakeholders informed.

Manage relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors, tracking deliverables and resolving blockers before they impact the business.

Build and iterate on checklists and routines that standardize recurring operations and reduce ambiguity for the teams involved.

Monitor project progress using project management tools such as Asana, highlighting dependencies, risks, and upcoming milestones.

Support the design and implementation of digital health solutions by bridging business needs with technical configuration and workflow requirements.

Track and analyze key process metrics, using insights to recommend improvements that increase reliability and efficiency over time.

Contribute to long term employee participation programs by coordinating internal mobility initiatives, learning tracks, and growth opportunities.

Maintain clear communication channels and defined escalation paths so that teams know how to raise issues and seek timely support.

Prepare materials for interviews, including process scenarios, analytics questions, and behavioral questions that test attention to detail.

Walk through structured problem solving during interviews, moving from diagnosis to a plan and measurement, demonstrating how you would fix a failing process.

Demonstrate strong time management and organization skills, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining a high standard of accuracy.

Collaborate with healthcare focused teams to ensure that patient care workflows and clinical processes are reflected in solution design and adoption.

Leverage remote and hybrid work options while meeting defined expectations for collaboration, presence, and timely communication.

Requirements

You are eligible to work in Germany and have the right to do so without restriction.

You are currently enrolled in a Bachelor or Master program or have recently completed a degree.

You are based in or near München and can work from the office with the frequency defined in the practical notes.

You have strong written and verbal communication skills in English, and any additional language skills are a clear advantage.

You are comfortable working with structured processes, checklists, and documentation tools.

You have basic knowledge of project management concepts and familiarity with tools such as Asana or similar platforms.

You are detail oriented and able to manage multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.

You are a quick learner who can absorb business context, ask clarifying questions, and translate it into operational plans.

Nice to have

Previous experience in the healthcare sector, especially in roles that touch patient care or clinical workflows.

Familiarity with digital health products and the regulatory environment that surrounds them.

Experience supporting internal mobility or employee participation programs within a large organization.

Background in operations, supply chain, or facilities management, with a proven track record of improving reliability.

Practical notes

This is a full-time position located in München with remote and hybrid work options available, subject to defined expectations for collaboration and presence.

No specific travel requirements are listed, and no visa sponsorship information is provided in the source material.

The role is part of a structured interview process that includes a process scenario, an analytics question, and behavioral rounds focused on problem solving and communication.

Typical interview steps

Operations interviews usually include a process scenario, an analytics question, and behavioral rounds. Candidates may be asked to improve a workflow or plan an event. Attention to detail and clear communication are tested throughout. Interviewers often ask how you would fix a process that is failing. Walking through diagnosis, a plan, and measurement is the winning structure.

Good to know

Digital health roles combine business advisory with technical configuration, requiring both analytical and interpersonal skills. Project management tools such as Asana are used for tracking progress, status, and dependencies. The role supports long term employee participation programs, enabling internal mobility and growth. Healthcare sector experience shapes impact on patient care and clinical workflows, influencing solution design and adoption. Remote and hybrid work options are available, with defined expectations for collaboration and presence. for specific eligibility and processes.

Questions to ask

Good questions to ask the employer in the interview: what does success look like in the first six months, how is the team structured, what is the current biggest challenge, and how are decisions made. Asking about growth paths and the review process is also well received. Employers expect questions, and good ones show preparation.

Career growth

Operations careers grow from coordinator to manager, director, and chief operating officer roles. Some people specialize in supply chain, facilities, or program management. Success depends on reliability and on improving the systems you own. Operations careers reward reliability and continuous improvement. Operators who quantify the impact of their fixes move into leadership fastest.