Jens Godat
About Jens Godat
Jens Godat serves as the Product & Technology Operations Lead at RepRisk, where he drives strategic initiatives and manages the company's OKR process. He has a diverse background in operations and human resources, with previous roles at Google and Persistent.
Current Role at RepRisk
Jens Godat serves as the Product & Technology Operations Lead at RepRisk, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he leads initiatives focused on strategic, operational, and organizational development within the Products & Technology division. He is responsible for managing the company's OKR process, ensuring that the objectives and key results align with RepRisk's strategic goals. Additionally, he supports the innovation hub at RepRisk, fostering new ideas and technologies.
Previous Experience at RepRisk
Prior to his current role, Jens Godat worked at RepRisk as a Project Manager in two capacities. From 2022 to 2023, he served as Project Manager for Strategy & Operations, followed by a role as Project Manager for Product Operations. His tenure at RepRisk provided him with extensive experience in project management and operational strategy within the company.
Professional Background at Google
Jens Godat has an extensive background at Google, where he held various roles over several years. He began as an Account Coordinator in 2005 in Dublin, Ireland, and progressed to positions such as Advertising Policy Specialist/Lead for EMEA & LatAm from 2006 to 2010, and Operations Manager for Emerging Markets Payments from 2013 to 2014 in Zurich. His roles included responsibilities in human resources, strategy, and operations, contributing to his comprehensive skill set.
Education and Academic Qualifications
Jens Godat studied Political Science at Freie Universität Berlin, where he achieved a Diplom from 1999 to 2004. He also attended Sciences Po, obtaining a Diplôme in Political Science from 2001 to 2003. Additionally, he studied at Lycee International de St. Germain-en-Laye from 1996 to 1998, which further contributed to his educational foundation.
Leadership and Advisory Roles
In addition to his roles at RepRisk and Google, Jens Godat served as an HR/recruitment advisor and Board member at Enable from 2019 to 2021. This experience allowed him to engage in leadership and advisory capacities, enhancing his expertise in human resources and organizational development.