Chief of Staff, to CIAO and Head of GIA Office — Lonza
- Location
- Basel
- Contract
- full-time
- Posted
- Yesterday
Role overview
Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents.
While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it.
Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people.
- Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents.
- While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it.
- Key Responsibilities: Strategic Partnership and Decision Support
- Act as a trusted thought partner to the Chief Intelligence & Analytics Officer and Head of CEO Office, supporting prioritization, problem solving and preparation for key decisions.
Main responsibilities
- Key Responsibilities: Strategic Partnership and Decision Support
- Act as a trusted thought partner to the Chief Intelligence & Analytics Officer and Head of CEO Office, supporting prioritization, problem solving and preparation for key decisions.
- Synthesize complex market, customer, competitor, molecule, business, analytics and AI topics into concise, decision-ready materials, recommendations and executive briefings.
- Identify emerging issues, opportunities, interdependencies and topics requiring leadership attention; ensure timely escalation and resolution. Portfolio, Governance and Execution
- Translate strategic priorities into an integrated roadmap with clear outcomes, milestones, accountabilities, dependencies and success measures.
- Establish and run effective governance and operating rhythms across the function, including leadership meetings, portfolio reviews and follow-up on decisions and actions.
- Coordinate cross-functional initiatives spanning Intelligence, Analytics, AI, Commercial, IT, HR,
- Finance, Communications and the business platforms.
- Track delivery against commitments, surface risks early and drive disciplined follow-through without duplicating the accountability of initiative owners. CEO Office Coordination
- Support the Head of CEO Office in coordinating CEO Office priorities and ensuring aligned, high-quality and timely delivery across relevant stakeholders.
Company and context
- Leadership Team and Organizational Effectiveness
- Enable an effective leadership team by clarifying priorities, strengthening collaboration and ensuring transparent decision and action tracking.
- Support organizational planning, resource prioritization, budget coordination and talent discussions in partnership with Finance and HR.
- Promote consistent ways of working, strong stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement across the organization. Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
- Develop clear and compelling narratives for the Intelligence & Analytics strategy, progress, impact and priorities.
- Coordinate leadership communications and stakeholder engagement plans, partnering with Corporate Communications and other subject-matter experts.
- Build trusted relationships across functions and business platforms and represent the office in selected forums where delegated. Key Stakeholders:
- Reports to: Chief Intelligence & Analytics Officer and Head of CEO Office
- Key Internal Partners: CEO Office, Executive Committee and senior leaders, Intelligence & Analytics leadership team, Business Platforms, Finance, HR, IT, Commercial, Marketing, Corporate Communications, Legal and other global functions
- External Partners: Selected advisors, consulting partners, technology and data partners, and external stakeholders as required Required Skills and Competencies :
Additional details
- We are looking for a Chief of Staff to Chief Intelligence & Analytics Officer (CIAO) and Head of Group Intelligence and Analytics (GIA). Key Responsibilities: Strategic Partnership and Decision Support
- Identify emerging issues, opportunities, interdependencies and topics requiring leadership attention; ensure timely escalation and resolution. Portfolio, Governance and Execution
- Track delivery against commitments, surface risks early and drive disciplined follow-through without duplicating the accountability of initiative owners. CEO Office Coordination
- Promote consistent ways of working, strong stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement across the organization. Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
- Build trusted relationships across functions and business platforms and represent the office in selected forums where delegated.
- External Partners: Selected advisors, consulting partners, technology and data partners, and external stakeholders as required
- Change Leadership: Supports transformation, mobilizes stakeholders and embeds effective new ways of working. Qualification & Experience :
Notes and original content
- We are looking for a Chief of Staff to Chief Intelligence & Analytics Officer (CIAO) and Head of Group Intelligence and Analytics (GIA).
- Role Purpose:
- Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Partnership and Decision Support
- Identify emerging issues, opportunities, interdependencies and topics requiring leadership attention; ensure timely escalation and resolution.
- Portfolio, Governance and Execution
- Track delivery against commitments, surface risks early and drive disciplined follow-through without duplicating the accountability of initiative owners.
- CEO Office Coordination
- Promote consistent ways of working, strong stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement across the organization.
- Communications and Stakeholder Engagement
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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