Lead Project Manager
Estimated salary
€4,360 – €7,861per month
Auto-estimated from similar roles, location, experience & market data. Actual pay may vary.
Description
Celonis is the global leader in Process Intelligence and the pioneer of Process Mining technology. As a Lead Project Manager, you will support end-to-end implementations of Celonis' technology across our largest and most strategic customers. You will articulate Celonis' product positioning, collaborate with Sales, Partners, and Value Engineering, and create statements of work during the pre-sales phase. You will lead complex transformational programs, manage project timelines, resources, and budgets, and ensure customer satisfaction throughout the engagement. Fluency in German is required.
Requirements
- Client-facing Project Management experience in enterprise software implementations, managing multiple projects concurrently.
- Extensive experience in project management disciplines, including documenting and maintaining project plans, risk/issue/action logs, and driving problem resolution in partnership with customers and Celonis executives.
- Strong communication skills and a background in consulting with a proven ability to manage stakeholders and project timelines.
- Experience in people managing consulting teams both onshore and offshore.
- Experience in positioning Services, writing proposals and 'statement of works' within a complete ecosystem (customers and partners).
- A history of working with an ecosystem of partners and managed co-delivery.
- Ability to effectively set and manage customer expectations.
- Strong analytical skills, especially in applying technology solutions to core business problems.
- Ability and willingness to be certified in Celonis products.
- Project management certifications (PMP, Prince2, or Safe/Agile).
- Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or other related field.
- Fluency in German language is required.
Languages
English
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
German
C2 · FluentA1A2B1B2C1C2
Experience Level
InternEntry LevelMid-levelSeniorLeadExecutive
Benefits
Pioneer Innovation: Work with the global leader in Process Mining and the Process Intelligence Graph to shape the future of AI-driven business operations.
Ownership from Day 1: Every full-time 'Celonaut' is an owner, receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and merit-based refresh grants.
Unrivaled Family Support: Benefit from our inclusive parental leave policy—24 weeks of fully paid leave for primary carers and 12 weeks for supporting carers, available from your first day of employment.
Work-Life Integration: Enjoy Unlimited PTO (in applicable regions) and generous PTO globally, as well as a flexible hybrid work model that balances remote focus with vibrant office collaboration.
Continuous Growth: Elevate your skills through our 70-20-10 learning framework, mentorship programs, and access to a dedicated learning platform.
Holistic Well-being: Prioritize your health with subsidized Wellhub memberships, mental health counseling, and dedicated 'Wellness Weeks' that prioritize work/life balance.
Drive Sustainability: Participate in annual Impact Days, where you receive paid time off to volunteer for community and environmental causes with your local office, or virtually.
Global Inclusion & Belonging: Find community through our Inclusion Think Tank and participate in our annual Inclusion Days, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
Value-Driven Impact: Join a mission-led organization where our core values—Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future—drive every decision.
💰 Net Salary Calculator
Tax class 1, no church tax
Gross Salary
€73,320/year
€6,110/month
Total Deductions
€28,891
39% effective rate
Net Salary (Take Home)
€3,702/mo
€44,429/year
Deduction Breakdown
🏛️ Income Tax€13,343
🏦 Pension Insurance€6,818
🏥 Health Insurance€6,103
🫶 Care Insurance€1,674
📋 Unemployment Insurance€953
🏠 Cost of Living in Munich
Monthly Essentials
Rent (1BR)
€1650
Groceries
€350
Transport
€90
Utilities
€250
Internet
€45
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Eating Out
€15
Gym/Month
€55
Coffee
€4
Beer (0.5L)
€5
Cinema
€13
Monthly Net Salary:€3,702
Comfortable Living:€2,422
Monthly Savings:€1,280 (35%)
💰
Strong savings potential: You could save €1,280 monthly, which is €15,360 per year.
💡 These estimates are based on average costs in Munich. Actual expenses vary based on lifestyle, neighborhood, and personal choices. "Comfortable living" includes rent, utilities, groceries, transport, and reasonable dining/entertainment.
Eligible for the EU Blue Card
A salary of €73,326 meets the EU Blue Card minimum of €45,300 (2026).
The EU Blue Card is a residence permit for highly qualified non-EU workers. It offers a fast track to permanent residency and allows family reunification.
Processing
4-12 weeks
Visa fee
€100
Requirements
University degree + Job offer
Also eligible: EU Blue Card (Shortage Occupation) (€41,042+)
Documents needed
Valid passport
Recognised university degree
Employment contract or binding job offer
Proof of salary meeting threshold
Health insurance coverage
Biometric passport photo
📍 Life in Munich
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Population
1.6M
⭐
Quality of Life
9.0
🇬🇧
English Friendly
8.0
💻
Tech Scene
9.0
🌍
International
8.0
🚇
Public Transport
9.0
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Bikeability
8.0
🌬️
Air Quality
7.0
🌳
Green Spaces
8.0
🚗
Car Free
6.0
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About Munich
- •Tech hub with strong startup ecosystem
- •Excellent public services
- •Close to Alps
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Climate
- •Continental climate
- •Cold winters with snow
- •Warm summers
- •Close to Alps
❄️Jan: 0°C☀️Jul: 19°C📅Avg: 9°C
☀️1900 sunshine hours/year
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Safety
- •Safest major city in Germany
- •Very low violent crime
- •Occasional pickpocketing
Overall:9.0
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Healthcare
- •World-class hospitals
- •Short wait times
- •Comprehensive coverage
Quality: 10.0Access: 9.0
🎭
Culture
- •Rich arts scene
- •World-famous museums
- •Strong music tradition
🎉
Nightlife
- •Vibrant beer gardens
- •Clubs
- •Cultural events
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Recreation
- •Parks
- •English Garden
- •Alps nearby
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Cost of Living
- •Most expensive city in Germany
- •High salaries compensate somewhat
🏠 Rent (1BR center):€1650
⚡ Utilities:€250
🛒 Groceries:€350
🍽️ Dining out:€22
Celonis is the leader in process mining technology, helping enterprises uncover and fix inefficiencies in their business processes using AI-driven insights over SAP, Salesforce, and other system data.
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