We’re VON DER HEYDEN Human Capital – Europe’s go-to growth partner for exceptional talent. We don’t do headhunting the old-school way. We partner with the most exciting VC and PE investors, scale-ups, and tech champions to build leadership teams that unlock growth, scale, and transformation. Our specialty: identifying and placing exceptional C-level executives who shape the future of the companies they join. We go beyond CVs – combining insight, intuition, and a sharp market view to find the right fit at the right moment. We’re a diverse, driven team based in Munich – international at heart, united by our passion for people and business-building. We take our work seriously, but never ourselves – and we genuinely enjoy the journey together. Among our partners: General Atlantic, Sequoia, EQT, and Insight Partners, as well as Flix, Jedox, Enpal, and Xentral. For our team we are now looking for a Project Manager (m/f/d) Take ownership. Drive impact. Help shape the future of executive hiring. At VON DER HEYDEN Human Capital, we’re on a mission to redefine executive search across Europe’s VC, PE, and tech ecosystem. As our new Project Manager, you’ll be at the heart of that mission — owning search mandates end to end, building strong relationships with top-tier clients, and leading project teams to success. This isn’t headhunting as usual. It’s fast-paced, strategic work where your sharp thinking, structured mindset, and people skills truly move the needle. What you’ll do : Own complex executive search projects from A to Z You’ll take full responsibility for the success of multiple mandates — from briefing through to final placement. You’ll create structure, set priorities, manage timelines, and keep everything moving with focus and clarity. Lead and empower your project teams Working closely with Analysts and the wider VDH team, you’ll delegate smartly, guide with confidence, and ensure quality at every step. You’ll also play a key role in their development within the project context. Be the go-to contact for our clients You’ll lead communication with clients independently — presenting insights, aligning on strategy, and managing expectations throughout. You’ll build trust by being insightful, consistent, and delivery-focused. Shape search strategy and hiring narratives You’ll craft tailored search strategies, help define roles, and provide input rooted in business context and market realities. You’ll act as a strategic sparring partner — not just an executor. Ensure excellence in everything we deliver Whether it’s candidate reports, search documents, or industry mappings — you’re accountable for quality. You ensure our work is clear, well-structured, and always senior-level ready. Improve how we work as we scale You’ll spot inefficiencies, drive improvements across our tools and processes, and help make our delivery engine smarter and more scalable. Collaborate with our leadership team You’ll work closely with our CEO and Directors — sharing insights, ensuring alignment, and integrating broader company initiatives into your projects when needed. What we are looking for : You are an energetic, analytical, and people-savvy professional with an entrepreneurial mindset. You enjoy taking ownership and solving complex puzzles and working at the intersection of strategy and execution. 2–4 years of experience in Management Consulting, Executive Search, Investment Banking, Start-up/Scale-up, VC/PE, or a similar fast-paced environment First experience managing projects and/or leading small teams, ideally in a client-facing context Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders A structured way of thinking and the ability to manage multiple mandates without losing focus Highest standards for quality and execution, paired with a hands-on, pragmatic mindset A strong academic background — a Bachelor’s and ideally a Master’s degree in business, economics, or natural sciences Fluency in German and English (professional or native-level); other languages are a plus Proficiency in MS Office and/or Google Workspace What we offer : Real ownership from day one – Take the lead on high-impact executive search projects with Europe’s most exciting VC- and PE-backed companies A clear, structured growth path – With growing exposure to leadership, client management, and business development Attractive compensation – Including success-based project bonuses A collaborative, international team culture – Ambitious, supportive, and genuinely fun to be part of Regular team lunches, events, and yearly offsites – Because we believe great work happens in great relationships A beautiful, light-filled office in Munich (Schwabing) – With top-notch coffee, fresh snacks, and even our own private gym Lifestyle benefits that support you – Including JobRad and more Join us, and you’ll be part of a team that’s as ambitious as it is supportive.