Strategic Project Manager - Data & Tech

Join us in building our new Data & Product strategy team!

Do you want to be part of the journey to make Schibsted the most data-empowered company in the Nordics? Then this might be something for you.

Data plays a more important role in our society than ever before. Companies around the world use data to create incredible products and experiences. At the same time, new technologies and business models are emerging, user demands are evolving and new laws and regulations are appearing. This ever-changing landscape is disrupting traditional ways of working, and we have important decisions to make to be prepared for the future. At Schibsted, we believe in building central data capabilities that empower our brands and business areas to deliver value by leveraging data – always with our users’ best interest at heart.

About the team

We are a small, newly established team of business analysts and strategy professionals in Schibsted’s central Data & Technology organisation. We are responsible for leading analysis of data trends, as well as driving strategy development and execution. Our team works both with the group-wide data strategy in Schibsted and internally in Data & Tech with leading and facilitating product strategies. A key part of our job is to engage in strategic discussions and collaborate closely with stakeholders across Schibsted to understand their needs and ambitions and ensure we empower them with strong data capabilities.
Your responsibilities

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Drive strategy development, execution and strategic projects

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Play a key role in the data strategy execution program – drive and follow up progress as well as actively work to identify and mitigate risks

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Introduce strategy best practises, frameworks and methods into the product and tech teams including leading the work to facilitate the development of new product strategies

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Collaborate closely with stakeholders from the business areas and brands in Schibsted

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Be a change agent – ensure we understand challenges and opportunities. You will also be in charge of the planning and execution of different change initiatives


Who are we looking for?

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3-5 years of experience from strategy consulting and/or project management

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Demonstrated problem structuring and strategic problem-solving skills

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Ability to effectively communicate in a clear and concise way and to collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation

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Ability to thrive in ambiguity as well as to work in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to anticipate the needs of a changing landscape

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Capacity to anticipate, comprehend, and manage dependencies in a complex organisation

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Masters degree in Business Administration or similar

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Motivated to make Schibsted the most data-empowered company in the Nordics

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Previous experience of working with data / product management is beneficial but not required


This is a role within a tech organisation, but you don’t necessarily need to have a tech background. The most important thing is that you understand the basics and have an interest in it.

Schibsted is a family of digital brands with a strong Nordic position, and more than 5,000 employees. Millions of people interact with our companies every day through our leading online marketplaces, world-class media houses. We also help new promising businesses grow. Our joint mission of empowering people in their daily lives is rooted in the values of our media heritage and a legacy of bold change. At our best, we are a fearless force for change in a society built on trust and transparency.

Data & Tech is a central product and tech unit that serves all of Schibsted. We are about 250+ people in Oslo, Stockholm and Krakow, and collaborate closely with other product and tech teams in all units in Schibsted. Areas of responsibilities include data & technology strategy, privacy/data trends/responsible data & machine learning, information security and internal IT.