PRINCE2 Practitioner
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Gerhard K.
Last position:
Senior Project Manager and Site Manager at HENSOLDT Optronics GmbH
- Set-up of the data center in Oberkochen (Defence division)
- Planning of the fiber-optic ring and simulation of Wi-Fi coverage
- Installation plan for WAN and LAN cables for office and production (infrastructure)
- Adaptation of the SAP system (R3) for the Oberkochen site (software)
- IT transformation of the SAP system to SAP HANA
- Planning of network infrastructure and server technologies in the SAP environment
- Pre-sales support and establishment of change management
- Independent coordination of utilities according to time, budget and quality
- Mapping of the project in MS Project and SERVICENow
- Development and design of hardware and software
- Demand management and portfolio management
- Set-up of a risk register and migration plan
- Preparation of payment-supporting documents in coordination with the responsible finance and commercial functions
- Budget: 5 million - 34 FTE
Claus E.
Last position:
Senior IT Project Manager – Digitalization in Insurance & Telecommunications
Initiation, planning, management and completion of several digitalization projects
Requirements management including proposal preparation, functional concepts and process analyses
Stakeholder management (internal steering committee, external service providers, business departments)
Resource and capacity planning, controlling, budget responsibility
Claim and change management (including escalation handling)
Project marketing and knowledge management
Quality assurance and risk management in line with PMO standards
Introduction of a cloud-based solution in customer service (insurance)
Harmonization and digitalization of approval and contract processes
Reduction of processing times by >20% through optimized workflows
Establishment of standardized project controlling with BI dashboard
Jira • Confluence • MS365 (Project, Teams, SharePoint) • ITIL • PRINCE2
Tobias W.
Last position:
IT Consultant, Co-Founder at PRONT GmbH
- Technical product ownership for a global customer portal in the indoor climate sector, including API integrations, backend connectivity, and expansion of digital customer services
- Developed the solution architecture and AI use cases for a claims management platform, integrating it into the enterprise architecture for a leading insurance company
- Developed the target operating model and led the implementation of the global investment platform for an investment bank
- Developed the target operating model and platform strategy for a new digital health platform for a health insurance company
- Developed the platform strategy, defined use cases, and built the data architecture for a digital health platform of a health insurance company
Silvia B.
Last position:
Business Consultant - Product Management Banking at Aareal Bank AG
- Focus on optimizing and further developing the internal customer EBICS application
- Functional and technical consulting for Aareal First Financial Solutions AG on EBICS standard products and applications in the areas of operations and further development, as well as project-related communication with external development partners and the product manufacturer to implement the corresponding technical optimizations
- As the functional coordinator, providing advice on content-related and regulatory requirements as well as technical prerequisites and requirements, and bringing these together at the functional level
- Consulting on the use of EBICS formats
- Reviewing the current EBICS standard for optimization and further development potential
- Analyzing the current state to identify development potential and deriving appropriate recommendations for action while considering regulatory requirements
- Conducting EBICS tests throughout the project
- Functional responsibility for requirements management and, in this context, recording and documenting requirements for such tests
- Designing a functional and sustainable test management system
- Conducting and evaluating tests
- Consulting on sustainable quality assurance and audits
- Project language: German and English
- Tools/Methods: MS Project, MS Office, MS Visio, TestRail, Confluence, Jira, Business Logics Bankkrecher, Business Logics Test Data Generator, Business Logics Banking Tool, Business Logics Test System, DBEAVER, Squirrel, Unix Virtual Machines, WinSCP, Kitty, Putty, various Aareal Bank products, Online Banking Portal, Aareal Sign, core banking system, SAP Blue Eagle, SAP RE-FX, Aareon Wodis Sigma, Haufe Real Estate Wowinex, GAP Group Immotion, UTS Karthago, SAP IS-U/Waste, SIV kVASy, various EBICS clients
Peter G.
Last position:
Senior IT Project Manager at REWE Group
Datacenter audit and subsequent transformation program
- Initial situation: After a critical outage, the datacenter was seen as the cause. A classic audit was to be put out to tender.
- My diagnosis: The technical architecture was not the core problem. What really mattered were the incident, diagnosis, and restart processes, as well as missing transparency around costs and dependencies.
- Impact: The audit was handled pragmatically in-house. The results and budget basis became the foundation for a multi-year international transformation program. After that, I continued as the preferred candidate for a central transformation stream.
Michael R.
Last position:
Project Manager, Hustler, & Hound "Project Metrics on the Internet" at Global-KPI
- Project management, hustler (identifying the full financial picture including sales, pitching, financial analysis, & business models) and hound (identifying real customer needs including research & analysis) to build a project metrics system on the Internet.
- The system allows users to make informed decisions to keep projects on track according to key data or to realign them when they deviate negatively from the plan.
- Providing a forecast alongside the current status.
- Automatic calculation and display of metrics based on user-entered project key data.
- Skills: project management, project metrics.
- Problem space: Co-Innovation Builder (CIB), corporate innovation team setup, team profile / team canvas, design thinking, highlighting people, creating customer personas, market exploration, defining the problem.
- Solution space: narrowing the problem, how to turn ideas into solutions, how to turn solutions into a concept, customer journey, business model canvas, value proposition canvas, prototyping, refining the prototype and business model canvas, final pitch.
Paul K.
Last position:
Program Manager – Multi-Project Operational Stabilization (Operational Excellence) at ITDZ - IT Service Center Berlin
- Overall leadership of several strategic operations projects focusing on Workplace Services, SLA Framework, access management, certificate management, e-learning, backup & recovery, test management, and capacity management, as well as the introduction of system monitoring and feasibility studies for 24x7 operations, in some cases including implementation in ServiceNow
- Creation of various ServiceNow operating concepts covering training, access rights, and emergency management as part of a new cloud hosting initiative for the ServiceNow platform
- Executive board reports and leadership of steering committees as part of company-wide strategic objectives, as well as the establishment of new balanced scorecards for measuring KPIs related to optimization-driven project results
Walter S.
Last position:
Territory Service Manager Red Hat Consulting at Major German Engineering and Technology Multinational Company
- Migrating from VMware to OpenShift Virtualization, 40+ workstreams / projects in parallel (Small- to Medium Sized VM Operators / Critical Factory Workload Owners / Large-Scale Data Center Operators)
Robert K.
Last position:
Interim AML/KYC Consultant at UBS/Deloitte AG
Credit Suisse integration, Business Risk Management (BRM) AML/KYC framework gap analysis UBS/Credit Suisse | Interim AML/KYC framework adjustments | Target AML/KYC framework design | Concept reviews | Manual onboarding process controls assessments | Evaluation of risk assessments (wave migration) | Risk assessments (RtB) | Communication with stakeholders
CONTEXT: Subcontractor as Interim AML/KYC Consultant for Deloitte AG as part of the BRM-NFR integration program for the Swiss booking centre (BCCH)
11/2025 – 03/2026 Support for BRM Advisory, FCP Competence Centre 04/2025 – 03/2026 BRM Integration Task Force Risks & Issues Wave Migration (in collaboration with IO Risk Team, Compliance and Legal) 08/2024 – 03/2025 BRM Integration Risk Oversight AML/KYC Manual Onboardings 11/2023 – 07/2024 Deputy AML/KYC Project Manager
Kossi A.
Last position:
Project Manager at Deutsche Bank
Migration of an existing application to a new IT infrastructure.
- Managed all project activities (infrastructure, applications, data, security, architecture)
- Planned complex network architectures with security requirements
- Designed and coordinated firewall configurations
- Planned and managed interfaces between ERP, cloud, and third-party systems
- Coordinated middleware solutions (e.g., SAP Integration Suite, MuleSoft, Boomi)
- Defined data flows, mapping rules, and integration architectures
- Managed data migrations and master data harmonization
- Coordinated with business departments, IT teams, service providers, and external partners
- Team size: International team of 35 employees – Germany | Poland | India | USA
- Languages: English
Tools: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project), Brainloop, Jira, Confluence, MS SharePoint
Jörg P.
Last position:
Process Manager (70%) / Business Analyst (30%) at T-Mobile Austria GmbH (Magenta)
- BSS system implementation for B2B / transformation of the central B2B system landscape
- End-to-end business responsibility for defining, structuring and prioritizing key B2B business processes as part of a complex BSS transformation.
- Work in an agile, SAFe-like setup with multiple teams involved, along with regular coordination with business, IT, solution design and architecture.
- Translation of business requirements into implementable epics, features, user stories, process models and acceptance criteria as the basis for technical implementation.
- Close collaboration with solution design and architecture to assess technical dependencies, interfaces, data flows and system impacts.
- Management of target process design as the basis for implementation in Infonova BSS.
- Interface management between business departments, IT, architecture, development and operational units, including facilitation of cross-functional workshops.
- Ensuring process consistency, governance, decision-making capability and business acceptance as part of the system implementation.
Tobias M.
Last position:
Power BI Expert at MID-SIZED TRADING COMPANY FOR CLEANING TECHNOLOGY AND HYGIENE PRODUCTS
Reporting and controlling using Power BI for a production ERP system
- Analysis of ERP data and interfaces for use in Power BI dashboards
- Evaluation and migration of existing reports (e.g. Excel) to Power BI
- Development of an authorization concept for selective data access
- Documentation and training on the use and customization of Power BI dashboards
Label: Power BI, Excel, SelectLine ERP, Microsoft SQL, SQL Server Management Studio
Sven S.
Last position:
Project management proof of concept for the introduction of new DWDM technology at Deutsche Telekom
Sub-project management for the POC
Requirements for network management coupling
Coordination of internal project teams
Evaluation of lab and test results
Proof of concept
Validation of the technical specification
Preparation for RFQ
Peter J.
Last position:
external SPC & SAFe Trainer, Scrum Master at Siemens Energy
support SAFe adoption at team, ART and Portfolio level with consulting, coaching and training. Establish hierarchical enterprise backlog and Kanban Systems integrating portfolio, value stream and team level. Make e2e value stream flow across organisational boundaries visible and measurable. Teach "stop starting, start finishing" and Limit WiP.
Burkhard B.
Last position:
Country Service Manager / Datacenter Lead at Infosys – TAF-P
- Facilitated and coordinated the analysis, transition, and transformation activities between Infosys, its partners, and the customer
- Established communication channels with the IT representatives and IT executives
- Facilitated and coordinated business demand
- Facilitated and coordinated the procurement process from forecast to invoice
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PRINCE2 Practitioner statistics
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
25 years
Position duration
2.6 years
Positions per freelancer
14
Top business areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Operations
Top industries
Information Technology, Professional Services, Manufacturing
Certification focus areas
Project Management, Information Technology, Product Development
Bachelor's degree or higher
90%
Master's degree or higher
68%
Doctorate
6%
Certifications per freelancer
7
Most common languages
German, English, French
Speak two or more languages
98%
Based on our profile pool as of 10 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
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Average rates for PRINCE2 Practitioner
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 10 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
PRINCE2 Practitioner experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (85%)
- Professional Services (60%)
- Manufacturing (46%)
- Banking and Finance (44%)
- Telecommunication (41%)
- Automotive (39%)
- Energy (34%)
- Retail (33%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the certification
What it proves
PRINCE2 Practitioner shows that a professional can apply the PRINCE2 method in a live project, not just describe it. It is the applied level that sits above PRINCE2 Foundation and is often seen on profiles written as PRINCE2 Practitioner or simply PRINCE2. Companies look for it when they need someone who can use structured project controls without turning the method into paperwork for its own sake.
Core practice
- Tailor PRINCE2 to the project context and delivery approach
- Define roles, responsibilities, and decision points clearly
- Manage stages, risks, issues, and exceptions with discipline
- Keep plans, reports, and governance aligned to what sponsors need
- Balance delivery control with practical team execution
Typical holders
This certification is common among project managers, PMO professionals, delivery leads, and consultants who work across different sectors. Many have to join existing governance structures quickly, explain progress to senior stakeholders, and keep the project moving when priorities shift. For freelance work, it signals a person who can step into a client environment and work within a formal project setup with little ramp-up time.
Knowledge behind it
PRINCE2 Practitioner is built around the method’s main ideas: business justification, defined organization, product focus, stage control, and learning from experience. It also covers how to adapt the method to project size, complexity, and delivery needs. In practice, that means the freelancer can connect plans, tolerances, reporting, and escalation paths instead of treating each part as isolated theory.
What it means for clients
When a company hires a freelancer with this certification, it is buying more than a project title. It is getting someone who understands how to run within formal governance, speak the language of sponsors and steering groups, and keep documentation usable. That matters in transformation, implementation, change, and recovery work where structure, control, and clear ownership are important.
Where it fits
PRINCE2 Practitioner matters most in environments that rely on managed delivery and clear oversight, including public sector work, enterprise change, system rollouts, and multi-team initiatives. It is also relevant when a client wants a project to be run consistently across different teams or suppliers. If you need a freelance project lead who can work methodically and communicate with stakeholders in a controlled setting, this certification is a strong signal.
Frequently asked questions
What clients ask us most about PRINCE2 Practitioner — answered in short.
PRINCE2 Practitioner validates the ability to apply the PRINCE2 method to real project situations. It is about using the framework in context: tailoring controls, managing stages, and keeping governance useful. For clients, that means the freelancer is expected to work with structure, not just know the terms.
PRINCE2 Practitioner goes beyond recognition of the method and checks whether someone can use it in a project. Foundation is about understanding the concepts and language of PRINCE2, while Practitioner is about applying them. If you need someone to support delivery, Practitioner is the more relevant signal.
PRINCE2 Practitioner is a good fit for project managers, PMO staff, delivery leads, and consultants who work in controlled project environments. It is especially useful for people who need to adapt a method to different clients and project types. Freelancers often hold it to show that they can step into established governance quickly.
A freelancer with PRINCE2 Practitioner is well suited to projects with clear stages, defined roles, and a need for reporting and escalation. That includes transformation work, system implementations, change programs, and recovery projects. It is less about a single industry and more about the way the project is managed.
Yes, PRINCE2 Practitioner can fit agile and hybrid delivery when the method is tailored properly. The strength of PRINCE2 is that it provides governance and control while still allowing teams to choose a suitable delivery approach. A strong practitioner knows how to adapt the method instead of applying it rigidly.
Most people prepare by studying the PRINCE2 method in depth and practicing how to apply it to scenarios. PRINCE2 Practitioner is not just a memory test; it asks you to interpret project situations and choose the right action. In practice, candidates benefit from real project experience because the questions are contextual.
PRINCE2 Practitioner is normally taken after a recognized foundation-level understanding of PRINCE2 or an accepted equivalent. That is because the exam assumes the method’s basic terminology and structure are already familiar. If a freelancer lists Practitioner, they usually have a solid base in the framework, not only a passing awareness of it.
The PRINCE2 Practitioner certification is typically maintained through the current rules of the issuing body, which may involve recertification or keeping the credential aligned with the latest method version. Because PRINCE2 has evolved over time, professionals should stay up to date with the edition they work under. Clients should look for current practical knowledge, not only an old exam record.
The average hourly rate for freelancers with PRINCE2 Practitioner is 114 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 910 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers with PRINCE2 Practitioner, 90% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 68% hold at least a Master's degree, and 6% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers with PRINCE2 Practitioner have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 2.6 years.
The most common languages among freelancers with PRINCE2 Practitioner are German (99%), English (98%), and French (30%).
The most common industries among freelancers with PRINCE2 Practitioner are Information Technology (85%), Professional Services (60%), and Manufacturing (46%).
The most common business areas among freelancers with PRINCE2 Practitioner are Project Management (97%), Information Technology (90%), and Operations (75%).
FRATCH PRINCE2 Practitioner main locations
Our freelancers and interim experts are at home all over Germany — available on-site in Berlin, Hamburg, Munich and every major business hub, or fully remote. Choose a city to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.
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