Project Manager / Business Analyst

100% | Baden

Tasks

• Manage complex IT projects and perform business analysis in the context of energy trading and production with focus of Swiss hydro plant optimization and short term power trading


• Support the strategic development of the IT solutions in this domain in close collaboration with the business stakeholders and IT team members like application experts and architects


• Manage scope, budget, resources, timelines of projects and chair steering committees


• Get the "big picture" including end to end understanding of the processes and propose pragmatic steps towards acceleration, automation and digitalization


• Manage software vendors (offers, contracts, quality controls)

Profile

• Bachelor or Master in IT, engineering, economics or similar


• At least 3-5 years of work experience as a project manager (project duration above 6 months) and business analyst


• Work experience in the energy sector preferred, ideally within a trading environment and with a focus on process change and transformation


• Strong organization and proritization skills


• Ability to deal with high levels of complexity, excellent analytical and problem solving skills


• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills


• Fluency in German and English is an absolute must

This position offers the chance to combine technical know-how with business understanding while experiencing directly the impact of the achievements. The role is ideal for a talented project manager who enjoys working in an international environment and likes to take on a wide range of responsibilities such as business analysis and subject matter expertise next to project management tasks.



No agencies please, candidates to apply directly, thank you.

Benefits

Your recovering is important for us. Enjoy at least 22 days’ vacation for your work-life balance, and up to 12 paid public holidays per calendar year. You’ll get extra vacation days as a loyalty bonus every five years. In addition to that, you can benefit from flexible working hours as well as the opportunity to work remotely.

We offer fairness. In addition to a competitive salary, all employees are entitled to a performance-based component

Saftey first! Our sick pay insurance pays your full salary for up to 730 days. We also have collective health insurance contracts.

Above-average and generous. We cover at least 60% of your pension contribution.

Your development matters to us. Therefore we invest in your professional growth with a wide range of internal training opportunities and the possibility of cost and/or time-sharing.

A modern workplace awaits you in the centre of Baden. The main station is less than a five-minute walking distance. Baden is just 15 minutes from Zurich by train, and offers attractive shops, cultural variety and a wide range of hot springs.

At Axpo you can reduce your carbon footprint. Use your free half-fare travel card for business and private travel. When travelling on business by train, you can travel first class. For business trips by car, a separate Mobility fleet is available at Axpo in Baden.

ContactLuca Brugnano

Talent Acquisition Expert

recruiting.trading@axpo.comInformation about the recruitment process

• Checking application documents and pre-selectionOpen or Close

  When we receive your application we (Recruiting Team link) check your documents. If your motivation, qualifications and work experience fit the job profile, you're already a step closer.



• Video interviewOpen or Close

  For some functions, we carry out staggered video interviews before the first meeting. You will be able to answer our questions by video, and you decide on the time and place.



• Meeting you in personOpen or Close

  We now look forward to meeting you in person for the first time. You'll have the opportunity to learn more about Axpo and get more detailed information about the job. Depending on the function, you will be given a sample task to complete, or we'll draw up a job-related personality profile with you. You may be invited to an assessment centre. A meeting with the team is also an option. In the final stage we'll make you a fair offer in line with standard wages.



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  Tip 1: A well prepared dossier and pertinent covering letter help us to learn more about your skills.
  Tip 2: In your interview be open and genuine. This helps us to get an accurate picture of you, and also helps you to find out if Axpo is for you.
  Tip 3: Asks questions in the interview and clarify any outstanding points.

About us

The Axpo Group produces, trades and distributes energy reliably for more than 3 million people and several thousand companies in Switzerland and in over 30 countries throughout Europe. Around 4500 employees combine the expertise from 100 years of climate-friendly power production with innovative strength for a sustainable energy future. Axpo is an international leader in energy trading and in the development of tailor-made energy solutions for its customers.

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