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Business and Program Manager (contract)

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Airbnb

Sep 18

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Berlin

AI generated summary

  • You need 4+ years in management consulting or project management, strong communication skills in English and German, and the ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • You’ll define and implement operational initiatives, drive growth, identify product improvements, lead meetings, present insights to senior leadership, and support planning and strategy.

Requirements

  • Qualified candidates will have 4+ years of work experience, preferably with combined exposure to Management consulting and/or project management in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment
  • Hands-on approach, getting things done fast
  • Strong written and verbal communicator with excellent presentation skills. Fluent in German and in English.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with product, marketing, sales operations and enablement teams
  • Ability to take initiative and deal with uncertainties
  • Strong appetite for working with the Airbnb community
  • Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task with excellent organization skills.
  • Pays attention to both details and macro-level outcomes
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic and ever changing startup environment
  • Data driven, can do attitude, strategic thinker and passion for new products and solutions.
  • Comfortable with Excel, SQL is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Help the Country Manager define and implement key operational initiatives both tactical short-term wins and strategic long-term actions dedicated to scale the operations while maintaining best-in class quality standards
  • Accelerate the business growth, testing and unlocking additional host and guest acquisition levers
  • Identify ‘game changing’ product improvements to facilitate operations organization and improve our guest/host satisfaction
  • Drive regular business operation meetings and initiate meaningful conversations leading weekly meetings with cross-functional project teams to ensure key initiatives are on track
  • Present analysis, insights and actionable plans to Airbnb senior leadership team to drive key business decisions
  • Support leadership team in planning, budget and long-term strategy definition

FAQs

What is the duration of the contract for the Business and Program Manager position?

The contract is for a 6-month commitment.

Where is the position based?

The position is remote based, with the option to go into the office if desired.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Business and Program Manager?

The primary responsibilities include developing and executing programs to grow the Airbnb platform, aligning functions behind common objectives, driving regular business operation meetings, and presenting analysis and actionable plans to senior leadership.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Qualified candidates should have 4+ years of work experience, preferably in management consulting and/or project management in a dynamic entrepreneurial environment.

What language skills are necessary for this role?

Candidates must be fluent in both German and English.

What skills are emphasized for the ideal candidate?

The ideal candidate should have strong communication and presentation skills, a hands-on approach, the ability to manage complex projects, and a data-driven, strategic mindset.

Is prior experience with SQL required for this position?

SQL experience is a plus, but not a requirement.

What is the pay rate for this position?

The pay rate is 37.02 EURO per hour.

What kind of work environment can one expect at Airbnb?

Airbnb offers a fast-paced, dynamic, and ever-changing startup environment that values creativity and connection among its community.

What is Magnit Global's role in this position?

Magnit Global is the employment business through which the candidate will be contracted for this position at Airbnb.

Airbnb is a community based on connection and belonging.

Travel & Leisure
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2007
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Airbnb is an online platform that connects travellers with unique lodging options and experiences offered by hosts worldwide. The company allows hosts to rent out their properties, whether it's a spare room, an entire house, or even an unusual accommodation like a treehouse or boat, to travellers seeking a more personalised and local experience. Airbnb's ultimate mission is to create a world where anyone can belong anywhere, fostering a sense of belonging and cultural exchange among travellers and hosts. Their purpose is to enable people to explore new places, immerse themselves in different cultures, and build connections with local communities while offering hosts an opportunity to share their spaces and stories. By facilitating peer-to-peer hospitality, Airbnb aims to make travel more accessible, authentic, and enriching for people from all walks of life, while contributing to economic opportunities and sustainable tourism in various destinations.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plans

  • Paid volunteer time

  • Healthy food and snacks

  • Generous parental and family leave

  • Learning and development

  • Annual travel and experiences credit