Project Manager Corporate Innovation (Artificial Intelligence Focus) | Betriebswirt (m/w/d)

Job Summary

This role seeks an experienced professional to join the Corporate Development team in Cologne, focusing on driving the strategic implementation of innovative technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), within operational processes and services. The Project Manager will be responsible for identifying market and technology trends related to AI, developing concrete use cases in collaboration with specialist departments, and ensuring the enterprise-wide scaling and measurable impact of AI initiatives. Key qualifications include a degree in Economics, Innovation, or Technology Management, coupled with several years of professional experience, ideally within the Financial Services sector or a corporate innovation team. Success requires strong analytical and conceptual skills, the ability to translate complex topics into actionable recommendations, and excellent communication skills for stakeholder management, including top management, making this a highly visible and impactful position within a successful, owner-managed company.