Head of Corporate Affairs & Sustainability - Nestlé Waters Switzerland — Nestlé

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Location: Henniez, Switzerland

Work model: Office-based with hybrid flexibility / Full-time

Contract type / duration: Permanent

Be a force for good and accelerate change that improves lives and the planet.

As the Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability at Nestlé Waters, you will lead Corporate Affairs and Sustainability to protect and proactively strengthen the reputation of Nestlé Waters and its brands in Switzerland. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will drive strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, advocacy, sustainability initiatives, and issues & crisis management, while building trust with employees, local communities, media, authorities, NGOs, industry associations and other key stakeholders. You will work closely with the local leadership team and the global Corporate Affairs & Sustainability function to support the business strategy and sustainability commitments. This is your opportunity to unlock the future of beverages and craft experiences that elevate everyday living.

How you’ll make an impact as a Head of Corporate Affairs and Sustainability

• Leading the Corporate Affairs and Sustainability agenda for Nestlé Waters Suisse, shaping strategy, protecting reputation and strengthening trust among employees, communities, media and external stakeholders

• Developing and executing integrated communication, stakeholder engagement and advocacy plans aligned with business priorities, sustainability commitments and global corporate affairs strategy.
• Building strong relationships with media, authorities, industry associations, NGOs and local communities while acting as a trusted spokesperson and advisor to senior leadership.
• Driving impactful storytelling, executive communications, employee engagement initiatives and corporate events that increase awareness, alignment and advocacy across internal and external audiences.
• Leading issues and crisis preparedness and communication, ensuring effective governance, stakeholder alignment and timely responses that protect business reputation.
• Championing the sustainability strategy and roadmap, including water regeneration, climate action, circular packaging and community initiatives, while managing performance, budgets and delivery against key commitments.

What will make you successful

• Bringing strong expertise in corporate affairs, communications, public relations and reputation management, with the ability to develop and implement impactful strategies and plans.
• Applying strong business acumen, strategic thinking and project leadership skills to translate priorities into measurable communication and sustainability outcomes.
• Bringing know-how and expertise in sustainability topics, as well as project management skills and team coordination competencies.
• Using advanced stakeholder engagement, advocacy and influencing skills to build partnerships and drive alignment across a complex matrix environment.
• Managing multiple priorities, budgets and cross-functional initiatives while delivering high-quality results with agility and accountability.
• Bringing a strong network in Swiss media relation and/or Food & Beverage Industry.
• Communicating fluently in French, German (including Swiss German) and English.
• Demonstrating courage, collaboration, speed and continuous learning.

At Nestlé Waters, we place people at the heart of everything we do.

Our benefits are designed to support your growth and wellbeing, so you can thrive at work and in life:

• Flexible working options, including hybrid work possibilities (for office-based roles)
• Paid holidays beyond legal requirements
• Learning and development opportunities to grow your career
• Performance based bonus
• Healthcare contribution and access to the Employee Assistance Program
• Strong employer contribution to your pension plan
• Generous parental le