Project Manager (German Speaking)

Location: South London (Hybrid after training & induction)

Salary: £32,000 DOE + Excellent Career Progression

Business: International Creative Packaging & Design Agency

Job Description

We are recruiting for a German speaking Project Manager / Account Manager to join a well-established creative packaging and design agency working with leading global FMCG and international brands.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in a creative agency, FMCG, branding, marketing, translation/localisation, or design environment who enjoys managing multiple projects in a fast-paced, client-focused role.

You will be responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of creative and packaging projects from brief through to final delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end creative packaging and design projects
• Act as the main point of contact for German-speaking clients (DACH region)
• Coordinate internal teams including design, artwork, production, and account management
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Manage project budgets, invoicing, and profitability tracking
• Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships
• Communicate fluently in German and English (written and spoken)
• Support smooth delivery of FMCG packaging and branding projects

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in Project Management or Account Management
• Background in a project based role
• Fluent German and English (spoken and written)
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines
• Confident managing client relationships and internal stakeholders
• Experience working in a fast-paced, creative environment
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Must have easy access to South London

Please note: This role is not suitable for candidates from IT, engineering, construction, or finance project management backgrounds.

Benefits

• Work with global FMCG and international brands
• Join a leading creative packaging and design agency
• Hybrid working model after training
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Fast-paced, collaborative, and creative environment
• Exposure to international branding and packaging projects

About the Company

This is a highly respected international creative agency with over 30 years’ experience delivering innovative packaging and branding solutions for some of the world’s most recognised FMCG brands.