General information
Entity
Amundi, the leading European asset manager, ranking among the top 10 global players [1], offers its 100 million clients - retail, institutional and corporate - a complete range of savings and investment solutions in active and passive management, in traditional or real assets.With its six international investment hubs [2], financial and extra-financial research capabilities and long-standing commitment to responsible investment, Amundi is a key player in the asset management landscape.
Amundi clients benefit from the expertise and advice of 5,300 employees in 35 countries. A subsidiary of the Crédit Agricole group and listed on the stock exchange, Amundi currently manages more than €2.0 trillion of assets [3].
Amundi, a trusted partner, working every day in the interest of its clients and society
[1] Source: IPE “Top 500 Asset Managers” published in June 2022, based on assets under management as at 31/12/2021
[2] Boston, Dublin, London, Milan, Paris and Tokyo
[3] Amundi data including Lyxor as at 31/03/2022.
By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offers are open to persons with disabilities.
Reference
2025-102650Publication date
12/08/2025Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - IT, Digital et Data
Job title
Head of Implementation M/F
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Expected start date
01/09/2025
Management position
Yes
Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented leader to join our team as Director Head of Implementation (m/f/d) within Global Services for Amundi Technology Wealth/aixigo AG.
In this pivotal role, you will lead and manage our Implementation Team, organized around 5 Chapters (Project Management, Business Analyst, Architects, Developer, Quality Assurance). The overall team size is +60 employees across locations in Germany & France. Your focus will be on managing and developing our workforce, delivering high-quality implementation services, driving customer satisfaction, and contributing to our company's growth and profitability.
If you have leadership skills, a customer-focused approach to drive client satisfaction, experience in leading & developing internal teams and technical expertise to excel in this role, apply now as Head of Implementation (m/f/d)!
Supplementary Information
Your job – Your passion
- Define and articulate a compelling vision and strategy for the Implementation team that supports the broader goals of client satisfaction and delivery excellence within global services
- Collaborate closely with the global services leadership to establish team objectives and measurable KPIs that align with organizational priorities
- Lead and manage Chapter leads as well as the wider implementation workforce, ensuring effective oversight and strategic direction
- Drive headcount and budget prioritization, contributing actively to recruitment planning to support the company’s growth journey
- Take ownership of recruiting, onboarding, and training processes to integrate new talent smoothly and effectively
- Work hand-in-hand with the Delivery Operations & Governance team to define and roll out consistent standards across teams and chapters
- Foster an environment that encourages people development, knowledge sharing, and continuous upskilling to ensure project readiness
- Act as a strategic liaison for client engagement leads during sales and implementation phases, cultivating and sustaining strong client relationships
- Ensure appropriate team allocation for client projects by assessing needs and collaborating with client engagement leads to guarantee satisfaction
- Champion a culture of collaboration, innovation, and improvement across internal departments, while promoting financial accountability through performance tracking, reporting, and QA processes
Position location
Geographical area
Europe, Germany
City
Karl-Friedrich-Strase 68 52072 Aachen
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
- A Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, business, IT management, project management, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred or demonstrable professional experience
- Certifications in project management (e.g., PMP) and relevant software technologies are a plus
Level of minimal experience
6-10 years
Experience
- You have proven experience in a leadership roles within the software implementation or professional services domain
- You have a proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans to achieve team goals
- You have proven experience in leading and developing an international workforce as well as federating teams across locations
Required skills
- You obtain strong project management skills and are familiar with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum) and software and project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Microsoft Project)
- You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both in German and English, with the ability to interact effectively with clients and cross-functional teams, French is a plus
- You convince with your in-depth knowledge of the software industry, software development processes, and emerging technologies
- You have exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Languages
German (Fluent)
Languages
German, english
