Chief of Staff HR 80-100% (f/m/d) — Lonza
- Location
- Basel
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
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.
- 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.
Application process
- now.
- Lonza is a global leader in pharma and biotech manufacturing.
- The company operates major production facilities in Visp (Valais), Basel, and Stein (Aargau), Switzerland.
Company and context
- 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
Additional details
- You will combine strategic thinking with hands-on execution while gaining broad exposure to the senior HR and Business leaders. An agile career and a dynamic work culture An inclusive and ethical workplace
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance
- Identify opportunities to improve HR effectiveness through process simplification, innovation, and new ways of working What we are looking for: Key Experiences and Skills:
- Exceptional synthesis and communication - able to take complex, multi-source information and produce a clear, concise, decision-ready picture Attitude and Mindset:
- Strong sense of ownership with a willingness to roll up sleeves and deliver
Notes and original content
- 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
- What you will do:
- Identify opportunities to improve HR effectiveness through process simplification, innovation, and new ways of working
- What we are looking for:
- Key Experiences and Skills:
- Exceptional synthesis and communication - able to take complex, multi-source information and produce a clear, concise, decision-ready picture
- Attitude and Mindset:
Questions about this listing
What salary does Lonza offer for this role?
Lonza lists CHF 85'500 - 129'500 gross per year for this position in Basel. This is the salary published in the original listing (or, when the employer omits a figure, a realistic estimate for the role and sector) — the calculator on this site converts it to your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Lonza offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Lonza during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Basel?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Basel can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Basel's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
How do I apply for this position at Lonza?
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