- Location
- CH - Basel HR, Switzerland
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Human Resources
- Seniority
- Senior
- Source
- Workday
Description
The actual location of this job is in Basel Tower, Switzerland.
As Chief of Staff to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), you will play a key role in supporting the execution of Lonza's global HR strategy. Reporting to the Head of HR for Global Functions, and working closely with the CHRO, HR Leadership Team, and Head Transformation & Orchestration, you will help translate strategic priorities into action and drive organizational effectiveness across the HR function.
This role sits at the intersection of strategy, transformation, analytics, communications, and operational excellence and it offers a unique opportunity to partner with senior leaders, influence key business decisions, and contribute to strategic initiatives that support Lonza's growth. You will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution while gaining broad exposure to the senior HR and Business leaders.
What you will get:
An agile career and a dynamic work culture
An inclusive and ethical workplace
Compensation programs that recognize high performance
What you will do:
Partner with the CHRO as a trusted advisor on key priorities, workforce challenges, and organizational opportunities
Lead the governance and operating rhythm of the HR Leadership Team, ensuring effective decision-making and accountability
Drive the HR Business & Strategy Review process and develop clear recommendations for senior leaders
Prepare Executive Committee, Board, and leadership presentations, communications, and strategic materials
Lead CHRO-sponsored initiatives and coordinate cross-functional stakeholder engagement
Generate workforce insights and analytics that support informed business decisions and long-term planning
Identify opportunities to improve HR effectiveness through process simplification, innovation, and new ways of working
What we are looking for:
Key Experiences and Skills:
Experience in Chief of Staff, strategy, transformation, consulting, HR leadership, or a similar role
Proven success partnering with senior executives and leading cross-functional initiatives in complex global organizations
Strong track record translating strategy into execution and preparing executive and Board-level materials
Experience leveraging data, analytics, and business insights to inform strategic decisions
Exceptional synthesis and communication - able to take complex, multi-source information and produce a clear, concise, decision-ready picture
Attitude and Mindset:
Positive attitude and an authentic "can-do" mindset
High trust, high integrity, and absolute discretion in handling sensitive information
Low ego and strong team orientation, focused on collective success rather than personal visibility
Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable operating in ambiguity and changing priorities
Curious, proactive, and energized by solving complex challenges.
Strong sense of ownership with a willingness to roll up sleeves and deliver
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
