Roche

Healthcare

HeadofLocalPeopleCareSolutions

$220–300k ~AI est. Basel, Switzerland PART TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“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.

Healthcare

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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