Our global network of 80+ laboratories is constantly evolving, because the world around us is always changing. We embrace this — we invest in improving our equipment and our skills so we’re one step ahead of the market. One day we could be setting up a burn test and the next, simulating a tornado. And because we’re always evolving, your career will evolve alongside us, whether you’re working on brand new technology or connecting with experts around the globe. Join our team, drive the growth of our organization and deliver real change — in a changing world. As our footprint expands, we are looking for a Strategy and Project Management Lead EMEA (m/f/d) to join our team in Neu-Isenburg (Frankfurt area) in a permanent, hybrid or remote role. This role supports the coordination and delivery of strategic initiatives focused on UL Solutions’ Global Lab and Operations to ensure world-class testing service delivery, operational excellence and operational innovation. As a member of the Global Lab and Operations organization, you will prepare workplans and execute projects, undertake research, collect and analyze internal and external data, prepare studies, identify and recommend approaches, resources and tools to increase the effectiveness and impact of UL Solutions’ laboratory operations. Responsibilites: Strategy and project leadership + Execute Lab and Operations-related strategy and/or organization-wide initiatives by collaborating with subject matter experts, business leaders and operational leaders globally + Examine corporate strategies and goals to recommend areas where lab and operations analysis and initiatives should be focused + Identify, prioritize, plan, and execute activities required to support lab and operations strategies, priorities, and special initiative projects including initiatives led by the Global Lab Operations organization + Manage the implementation of large and complex programs and provide overall leadership; support one or more global project teams + Act as front-line contact on program related activities, issues and risks; manages risks and issues and takes corrective measures + Collaborate with cross-functional teams globally on program design, program management, stakeholder management and strategic communications Business and financial analyst + Analyze information regarding customers, products, markets, geographies, and competitors in Lab and Operations related areas to assist in developing new and current opportunities + Interpret information to determine the costs and potential benefits to Lab and Operations and UL Solutions + Interface with C-Suite Executives, Business Unit Leaders and finance to develop ROI, IRR and other financial measures; partner with purchasing to develop POs and manages supplier and vendor relationships + Manage the program’s budget and financial performance Employee engagement + Manage stakeholder communication + Support communication and change management of the Lab and Operations strategic plan objectives to cross-functional, regional and local management in coordination with the corporate communications and change management teams Qualifications: + Generally, 10 years or more of related discipline experience or demonstrated competency including 5 years or more of relevant management/leadership experience or demonstrated competency + Solid track record of successfully executing programs in a diverse global business environment + Background in the development of strategic and tactical large-scale projects planning + Experience in development and evaluation of business cases for major capital investments + Excellent project coordination and management skills + Experience working on project and portfolio management Tools (Visio, MS Project, Clarity, etc.) + Experience in Organizational Change Management + German and English language skills on a professional level are a must have Education + Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree preferred (MBA, MA in Project Management, or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar) or equivalent work experience + PMP and/or Agile certifications preferred but not required #LI-SB1 UL LLC has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To assure full implementation of this equal employment policy, we will take steps to assure that: Persons are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, color, age, sex or gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, marital or familial status, or any other protected category under applicable law.