Roche
Healthcare
HeadofLocalPeopleCareSolutions
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“Head of Local People Care Solutions at Roche. Skills: People Care strategy, Social sustainability, Employee relations, Team leadership. Shape social sustainability strategy. Operationalize social sustainability priorities”
Industry & Context.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
8+ years professional experience, 5+ years leadership experience, Master’s degree in Social Sustainability, Psychology, Social Work, Human Resources, or related field, Proven success in social sustainability strategy, Extensive command of Swiss social insurance frameworks, Fluency in German, Fluency in English
Nice to Have
Experience with AI tools
What You'll Do.
Shape social sustainability strategy
Operationalize social sustainability priorities
Lead local social sustainability priorities
Design frameworks for inclusive culture
Align wellbeing initiatives with global strategy
Bridge internal partners and external networks
Define future collaboration model
Implement strategic direction for People Care
Lead department transition into agile structure
Drive continuous learning
Drive professional growth
Drive skill-based career paths
Advise on policy development
Advise on organizational design
Ensure compliance with Swiss laws
Partner on people side of changes
Oversee outplacement measures
Oversee negotiations with employee representatives
Enable early intervention strategies
Oversee holistic reintegration process
Ensure robust resourcing for Crisis Management
Lead local Crisis Management teams
Foster high-trust relationships with employee networks
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Switzerland Catalyst Network; Senior Management; Employee representatives; Employee networks
Process & Methodology
Agile ways of working
Full Job Description
At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters. ### ### The Position Are you ready to shape the future of employee care and social sustainability at Roche? As the **Head of People Local Care Solutions** , you will define and lead our local People Care strategy in Switzerland, ensuring operational excellence across social sustainability, counseling and career transitions initiatives. Joining the Switzerland Catalyst Network, you will serve as a trusted strategic advisor to Senior Management, translating global frameworks into impactful local practices that enhance the long-term employee experience. ### ### Your Opportunity In this role, you will lead two teams (Employee Counseling and New Orientation Center Coaches) to cultivate an inclusive, resilient, and psychologically safe work environment where every employee feels a sense of belonging. Your key responsibilities will include: * **Social Sustainability Architecture** : Shape, operationalize, and lead the strategy for local social sustainability priorities and designing frameworks that foster an inclusive and psychologically safe work culture. Align local wellbeing and mental health initiatives with our global Sustainability Strategy, bridging internal partners and external social insurance networks. * **Strategic Leadership:****** Define and implement the future collaboration model and strategic direction for the People Care department, ensuring alignment with country-wide priorities. * **Team Evolution:****** Lead the department's transition into an agile, merged team structure, driving continuous learning
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