Job Title - Personal Assistant to Head Operations INB
Location - Basel, Tower - Switzerland.
We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Senior Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive, strategic-level support to senior leaders within our VP and Director community. This is a pivotal role that goes beyond traditional administrative support — you will be a trusted partner and operational backbone, enabling our leaders to focus on high-impact decisions and business outcomes.
This role demands exceptional judgment, discretion, and the ability to anticipate needs before they arise. You will thrive in a fast-paced corporate environment, managing complex priorities and building strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.
What you will get:
- An agile career and a dynamic work culture.
- An inclusive and ethical workplace.
- Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
- Benefits in Basel: https://bit.ly/3HZNGv2
What you will do:
- Act as a trusted partner to senior leaders, supporting both administrative and selected strategic activities
- Own and manage highly complex, fast-changing calendars
- Prioritize meetings based on business impact and strategic relevance
- Ensure seamless continuity of executive support, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and stakeholder communication
- Maintain close alignment with the supported Executive Assistant to ensure smooth handovers and transparency
- Manage complex international travel arrangements
What we are looking for:
- Experience in supporting senior leadership in an international work environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and collaborative platforms like SharePoint.
- Exceptional communication skills in English, with the ability to interact professionally with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to prioritize a heavy workload independently and accurately while meeting tight deadlines.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with a dedication to enhancing team satisfaction and process improvement.
- Educational background in Business Administration, Project Management, or Event Management via an Apprenticeship or Bachelor’s degree.
About Lonza
At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.
Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.
Ready to shape the future of life sciences? Apply now.
Skills Required
- Experience supporting senior leadership in an international work environment
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proficiency with SharePoint or collaborative platforms
- Exceptional communication skills in English
- Proven ability to prioritize a heavy workload independently and meet tight deadlines
- Strong interpersonal skills and collaborative mindset focused on process improvement
- Educational background in Business Administration, Project Management, or Event Management (Apprenticeship or Bachelor's degree)
What We Do
At Lonza, we enable A Healthier World by supporting our healthcare customers on the path to commercialization. Our community of 16,000 talented employees work across a global network of more than 30 sites to deliver for our customers across the pharma, biotech and nutrition markets.
