Project Manager - IPMS Implementation F/H

⭐ Your next adventure awaits here ⭐ 

Reporting to the Customer Experience Officer, this role is primarily responsible for overseeing the successful implementation of Intellectual Property Management Systems (IPMS) for our clients. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing complex projects, strong technical knowledge of IPMS platforms, and excellent communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and clients. This role is critical to ensuring the timely and successful deployment of IPMS, from project initiation through to post-implementation support. 

👀 Take a look at our product: Intellectual Property Management – Equinox Corporate+ – Questel

Your main responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end management of IPMS implementation projects, ensuring the delivery of projects within scope, time, and budget constraints. 
• Develop detailed project plans, including schedules, resource allocation, and milestones. 
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and key performance indicators (KPIs) in collaboration with stakeholders. 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the implementation process. 
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication of project status, potential risks, and necessary adjustments. 
• Manage client expectations and ensure satisfaction through consistent updates and proactive issue resolution. 
• Coordinate with internal teams, including integration services, software developers, business analysts,  and intellectual property specialists, to ensure project goals are met. 
• Assign tasks, monitor progress, and provide leadership and guidance to team members. 
• Foster a collaborative environment to address any challenges and maintain project momentum. 
• Identify potential project risks early and develop mitigation strategies. 
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs. 
• Resolve issues and roadblocks efficiently to prevent delays. 
• Track project budgets, ensuring costs are managed within agreed-upon limits. 
• Ensure proper allocation of resources (personnel, tools, and technologies) to meet project requirements. 
• Monitor project progress against financial and resource metrics to maintain alignment with organizational objectives. 
• Ensure that deliverables meet client expectations and functional specifications. 
• Coordinate training sessions for end-users to ensure successful adoption of the IPMS. 
• Oversee the transition to support and post-implementation care, ensuring a smooth handover to client teams for ongoing use and optimization. 
• Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders on project status, milestones, and potential challenges. 
• Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and organized for future reference. 
  

The perfect match...

🎯 Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering or related field or equivalent work experience required. The role demands a combination of technical proficiency and strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and team members:

• 5+ years experience in Project Management, with proven experience managing end-to-end implementations in a software or technology environment. 
• with ideally at least 2 years specifically managing IPMS or similar enterprise software implementations preferred. 
• PMP (Project Management Professional), or similar project management certifications required. 
• Experience with Agile project management methodologies
• Excellent understanging of PM methods, best practices and techniques
• Experience with change management processes, especially in large-scale organizational transformations. 
• Working knowledge of Jira, Confluence and Asana preferred

But also:

• Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills, and ability to interact diplomatically with all levels of law firm and corporate personnel.
• Exceptional attention to detail, analytical, troubleshooting and problem solving skills
  
• Expertise in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management. 
• Understanding of IPMS tools, software architecture, and technical infrastructure. 
• Ability to identify problems early, analyze them, and implement effective solutions. 
• Ability to lead teams, manage multiple stakeholders, and make decisions under pressure. 
• Strong client service orientation, ensuring customer needs are met and exceeded. 

Join Questel, a growing international group, and live a great human adventure! 🤝

What we have to offer…

• Full time - permanent contract (CDI)
• Best of both worlds: dive into agility and growth in a dynamic setting, supported by structured onboarding and continuous learning for your success!
  
• Thrive in a flat hierarchy that champions courtesy, honesty, and courage.
• Unlock exciting career development paths in a supportive and ambitious company
• Work with a diverse range of prestigious international clients (Fortune 500, CAC40etc.)
• An inclusive culture and international team: Offices in the USA, EMEA and APAC
• Some examples of the benefits you will be eligible for include: 10 RTT days, CSE benefits, health insurance (70% covered by Questel), and a Swile card for meal vouchers and other perks.

📍 Job location: Sophia Antipolis, Montpellier - with up to 60% remote work, or full remote in France

Driven by values of entrepreneurship, respect, and integrity, Questel is committed to growth and social responsibility. We foster an inclusive, equitable workplace where all feel respected and empowered, regardless of background. Questel is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected factors.