Junior Project Manager - Process Excellence (m/f/d)

ABOUT US

Pliant is a European fintech specializing in B2B payment solutions. Our modular, API-first platform helps businesses streamline spending, improve cash flow, and integrate payments into their financial workflows. Designed for industries with complex payment needs, such as travel and fleet, Pliant enables greater efficiency, control, and profitability.

We serve two primary customer segments:

Companies looking to optimize operational processes through intuitive apps and APIs, gaining control, automation, and financial flexibility through extended credit lines.

Businesses such as financial software platforms, ERP providers, and banks that want to launch or enhance their credit card offerings using Pliant’s embedded finance and white-label solutions.

Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Berlin, Pliant supports over 4,000 businesses and more than 20 partners globally. As a licensed e-money institution (EMI), we issue Visa-powered credit cards in 11 currencies across more than 30 countries, helping companies streamline and simplify payments.

Learn more at
www.getpliant.com

ABOUT THE ROLE 

As a Junior Project Manager - Process Excellence at Pliant, you’ll be supporting to orchestrate globally relevant projects for the organization.You will be part of our mission control center, enabling efficient collaboration across all teams and pushing projects forward towards success. 

We are not looking for a traditional “task-tracker” but a highly motivated individual that is keen to support us in building scalable systems and processes for project management, leveraging AI to eliminate the “busy work” that slows organizations down.    

The role is based in Berlin, with a hybrid working model and the possibility to work remotely if required. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Actively manage globally relevant projects - from new market entries, to process enhancements and new product launches 

Define the success criteria and definition of done for multi-stakeholder, complex projects and align project plans with various internal stakeholders & 3rd parties 

Lead internal and external facing meetings, support problem-solving and keep track of all action items discussed in meetings, supported by AI tools  

Coordinate project progress as the “single source of truth” - keep project boards clean, track progress and follow-up on blockers and other project-related risks

Ensure smooth information flow across teams and support escalation processes where required  

Assist in designing, documenting, and implementing new project management workflows 

Actively identify manual project management tasks (scheduling, reporting, note-taking) and pilot AI tools to automate them

WHAT YOU WILL BRING 

1+ years experience in Consulting, start-up environment or chief of staff role, preferably in financial services, payments or (fin)tech 

Experience and active exposure to project management (set-up of project plans, milestone & task tracking) 

Ability to manage cross-collaboration across various internal teams and 3rd parties

Ability to quickly understand complex processes and interdependencies 

Ability to perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbally, with the ability to quickly summarize key information, progress, blockers and risks   

High reliability and orientation to detail 

Autonomous working style, highly motivated and proactive 

Strong willingness to learn and to challenge the status quo of existing processes 

Fluency in English, German and any other European language is nice to have but not required  

Nice to have: knowledge of working with Notion, Jira and other workflow automation tools 

WHAT WE OFFER 

The opportunity to work in a growing team with big responsibilities that thrives on a strong exchange of knowledge and excellence 

Attractive remuneration

Your choice of preferred OS, Windows or Mac

Flat hierarchy and transparent communication in a relaxed, professional atmosphere

Opportunity to develop your talent in a dynamic team with ambitious goals

Flexibility and possibility to work remotely

Monthly mobility benefit 

Wellhub Membership 

Company card with a monthly allowance for lunches, coffee, etc. with co-workers

At Pliant, we believe diversity and inclusion are essential to building not only an innovative product but also an exceptional experience for both our customers and our team. This commitment begins with our hiring process—we welcome individuals of all racial and ethnic backgrounds, religions, national origins, gender identities or expressions, sexual orientations, ages, marital statuses, and abilities. If you require accommodations or accessibility support during the interview process, please let us know in your application so we can make sure your experience is seamless.