Workplace Platform Lead

At Hovione, we help partners turn scientific innovation into medicines that reach patients around the world. For more than 65 years, we have connected science and technology to scale complex ideas into high-quality and innovative solutions that truly make a difference.

As an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), we support the development and manufacture of drug substances, intermediates and drug products across the full life cycle. We are globally recognized for our leadership in specialized technologies such as Spray Drying and Continuous Tableting. But what truly sets us apart is not just what we do — it is how we do it: with purpose, care, collaboration and a deep commitment to doing the right things right.

Our people are the reason for our success. We are a global and diverse team of more than 2,600 team members across Europe, the USA and Asia, bringing together different experiences and perspectives to help our partners to overcome complex challenges. We believe that an inclusive environment — where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, is respected, heard and empowered to contribute — is essential to drive innovation, ensure quality, and secure long‑term sustainable success.

And as we grow, so do the opportunities for our people to develop, broaden their perspectives and build meaningful careers. Because at Hovione, better starts with those who choose to make a difference every day. Will you be one of them?

The Workplace Platforms Lead is the senior technical authority responsible for the strategy, design, and technical governance of end-user computing and workplace platforms across the organisation. The role ensures workplace technologies are secure, compliant, scalable, and user-centric, enabling productivity and collaboration while minimizing digital friction.

This role owns the platform direction and technical standards for workplace services, while execution and service performance are delivered through a combination of internal teams and Managed Service Providers (MSPs).

• Act as the technical owner and design authority for workplace and end-user platforms, including Microsoft 365, Intune endpoint management, SCCM, mobile device management, identity-integrated productivity tools, email, and collaboration services.
• Define and maintain global technical standards, reference architectures, and configuration baselines for workplace platforms.
• Own and govern endpoint build and deployment models, covering base image lifecycle management and modern device provisioning approaches (including Autopilot), ensuring secure, scalable, and compliant adoption.
• Translate business, security, and user experience requirements into scalable and compliant workplace platform designs.
• Provide technical governance and oversight of workplace services delivered by Managed Service Providers, ensuring adherence to approved standards, designs, and operational procedures.
• Review and technically approve complex changes, upgrades, and new capabilities affecting workplace platforms.
• Partner with Cybersecurity, Compliance, Enterprise Technology, and Digital Product teams to ensure workplace platforms meet security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive standardization, automation, and lifecycle management across workplace technologies to improve reliability, cost efficiency, and user experience.
• Support global initiatives such as cloud adoption, zero trust, and modern device management through robust platform design.
• Act as a technical subject matter expert during audits, assessments, and compliance activities, including validation of workplace controls.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to Specialists and Associates supporting end-user services.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline. (mandatory)
• Advanced certifications in Microsoft 365, endpoint management, identity, or cloud platforms. (desired)
• Significant experience (typically 7–10+ years) in end-user computing or workplace platform roles within complex enterprise environments. (mandatory)
•  Proven experience designing and governing modern workplace platforms at scale. (mandatory)
•  Experience working in regulated industries. (desired)
• Experience operating within an MSP-based or service-integrated delivery models. (desired)

Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the application or interview process, please contact us, and we will be happy to assist.

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