Junior Project Manager, New Businesses

OPPORTUNITY Join Brunswick in Berlin and help national and international clients navigate the complex policy and stakeholder environment in Germany, Europe and globally. We offer you the opportunity to work on exciting projects in an international team of bright minds. We allow individuals to thrive by empowering you with a great deal of freedom and creativity in your work, while operating in a dynamic and international environment. As a Junior Consultant (“Account Director”), you will deliver timely news updates and analysis–markets, media, political and broader stakeholder and in doing so you will develop a strong understanding of clients’ businesses. Brunswick Account Directors are the eyes and ears of their teams; they prepare key client documents, in particular biographies, stakeholder lists and industry/competitor analysis, and often lead on research, working alongside our research teams. You will also ensure the smooth running of client projects and accounts, working alongside assistants to oversee logistics for client meetings and events, including developing agendas and ensuring documents are shared in advance. We will support your personal development through internal training programs and regular feedback. Part of the working time is regularly performed remotely across all of our teams. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Monitor client news, often in real-time; alert internal teams and clients to key market issues; provide research and analysis (qualitative and quantitative). * Keep colleagues informed of project status; develop action plans/meeting notes as appropriate. * Prepare reporter backgrounders and media lists. * Perform competitive analyses of clients and peer groups; identify and analyse research and media coverage on industry trends. * Effectively handle logistics around media and client meetings, announcement days, and other client events. * Identify and assess media and visibility opportunities for clients. * Begin to nurture network outside of the firm. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES * High interest on business and political issues. An understanding of the influence of the media, politics and the public on companies and other organisations. * Demonstrate curiosity and awareness of current and relevant global issues. * Ability to operate effectively in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment. * Exceptional research, writing and communication skills. * Ability to think strategically and creatively, with strong problem-solving skills. * Ability to multitask and prioritise. * Problem-solving skills and detail orientation. * Ability to exhibit discretion with confidential client matters. * Self-motivated and an eager learner. * Verbal and written understanding of German. WHY JOIN US Whether you are joining a client facing team, a core services team, or starting out on your professional career journey, joining Brunswick unlocks a range of employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development. Brunswick is committed to transparent and equitable pay practices. Information regarding the salary range and overall compensation package for this role will be made available to candidates during the recruitment process and may be requested at any stage prior to interview. ABOUT BRUNSWICK Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes.  Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh perspectives and original thinking. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity. Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a “one-firm firm” with no individual profit centers. This allows us to assemble fully integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world.    Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Please read our Global Privacy Notice [https://www.brunswickgroup.com/app/uploads/Group-Privacy-Notice-for-Employees_April-2026.pdf] to understand how your data is managed.

Location: Hamburg or Berlin Now part of the Lyft family, Freenow by Lyft is accelerating towards aggressive growth. Strong regional foothold and massive institutional backing are placing us as one of the key players in the European ride-hailing. Join us in our mission to build new business models and innovative tech! ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- YOUR DAILY ADVENTURES WILL INCLUDE: One of our core goals for 2026 is the complete digitalization of the European phone-to-taxi market. We are moving beyond our core business developing the #1 mobility app, to provide our fleet partners advanced SaaS and operational capabilities. We are looking for a driven, hands-on Junior Project Manager to help us build this vertical from the ground up. Reporting to our Senior Business Development Manager (New Ventures & Go-to-Market), you will own two connected missions: building out Freenow’s own phone-to-taxi demand channel, and keeping the operational engine behind our dispatch platform running across markets.   * Build the Phonelines Business: Stand up Freenow’s own local phone-to-taxi numbers across our cities of presence and grow inbound demand to them; * Optimize the Call & AI-Dispatch Funnel: Own and continuously improve the conversion funnel across our Call Centre and AI-dispatching operations — measuring every stage, reducing friction, and turning inbound callers into completed rides; * Own & Optimize the Operational Engine: Take ownership of the day-to-day operations behind our B2B SaaS dispatch platform — onboarding, invoicing, data validation, and system updates — while continuously improving it: documenting workflows, spotting inefficiencies, and turning manual, repetitive processes into scalable, automated ones using tools like Excel, SQL, Python, or BI dashboards; * Run Cross-Functional Projects End-to-End: Coordinate across Product, Sales, Operations and Legal to plan, execute and track initiatives — keeping stakeholders aligned, deadlines on track, and projects moving from idea to launch. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE: * Project Management & Ownership: You are structured, organized, and take end-to-end ownership. You can juggle multiple workstreams, keep stakeholders aligned, and drive projects to completion without being told twice; * Analytical & Process Mindset: You translate messy, real-world industry problems into clear, structured solutions. You love finding inefficiencies — ideally to automate them away; * Hands-On & Data-Fluent: Strong attention to detail and a structured way of working with data. Advanced Excel is a must; familiarity with SQL, Python or BI / data-visualization tools is a strong plus; * Internal Influence & Collaboration: You communicate clearly and build strong working relationships across Product, Sales, Operations, Marketing and Legal — aligning stakeholders, unblocking dependencies, and driving projects forward without needing formal authority; * Experience: 1–3 years in Project Management, Business Development, Operations, Consulting, or a B2B SaaS / marketplace environment (strong internships count). A degree in Business, Business Informatics, Industrial Engineering, Economics or a related field; * Languages: Fluent English is required. German is a strong plus given our focus on the market. *   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BENEFITS & PERKS IN A NUTSHELL: * Flexible working arrangements * LinkedIn Learning * Sabbatical & special leave policies * WeRoad partnership * Birthday, 24th + 31st December off * Short term EU work policy * Mobility Credit * Health Insurance * Employee assistance program     Plus more local benefits depending on your work location!   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION: Freenow is an equal opportunity employer and we consider qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age. We want you to grow and evolve, bring your true self to work.  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT FREENOW: Freenow by Lyft empowers smarter mobility decisions, helping people to move freely and cities to thrive. Through our multi-mobility app, we feature broad options for everyone across 9 European markets and over 180 cities. Millions of passengers can access services including taxis, private hire vehicles, carsharing, car rental, e-scooters, e-bikes, e-mopeds, and public transport within a single app.  In July 2025 Freenow was acquired by Lyft, a global mobility platform, which connects riders and drivers for billions of rides across North America and Europe. Together, Freenow and Lyft are creating a more caring and connected world, with transportation for everyone. We are a global, diverse, highly motivated, and collaborative team that strives for excellence and likes to have fun. 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