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Executive Programme Lead, COO Office(m/w/x)
Strategic programme management for biological data technologies at a scientific research leader. Significant programme or portfolio management experience required. Income tax-free salary, monthly family and non-resident allowances.
Requirements
- Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience
- Significant experience in programme or portfolio management
- Ability to manage complex reviews or strategic initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and liaison skills
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
- Experience of governance, risk management, and reporting
- Excellent analytical and numerical capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information
- Excellent command of English
- German and/or French proficiency is an advantage
- Experience within research or public sector environment
- Familiarity with Council or board-level governance
- Excellent command of English
- German and/or French proficiency is an advantage
Tasks
- Lead end-to-end management of strategic programmes
- Establish programme plans and delivery frameworks
- Monitor progress and identify resource pressures
- Propose mitigation strategies for programme risks
- Oversee ad-hoc initiatives commissioned by the COO
- Align strategic direction with scientific priorities
- Coordinate governance processes and operational standards
- Prepare executive papers and briefing notes
- Translate complex information into actionable insights
- Track KPIs and benefits realisation
- Liaise across all COO functional areas
- Manage interdependencies to protect executive focus
- Coordinate communication across senior leadership meetings
- Prepare materials for executive governance meetings
- Capture decisions and ensure robust follow-up
- Foster collaboration across operational and administrative teams
Work Experience
- approx. 4 - 6 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
- German – Basic
- French – Basic
Benefits
Additional Allowances
- Salary free of income tax
- Monthly child allowance
- Monthly non-resident allowance
- Installation grant
- Education grant for schooling
Family Support
- Monthly family allowance
- 10 days child sick leave
Competitive Pay
- Annual salary review
Retirement Plans
- Pension scheme
Other Benefits
- Death benefit
- Long-term care insurance
- Relocation package
- Library
- Visa exemption
- Travel support to home country
Job Security
- Accident-at-work insurance
Flexible Working
- Flexible working arrangements
Healthcare & Fitness
- Private medical insurance
- Dental and optical cover
More Vacation Days
- 30 days annual leave
Parking & Commuter Benefits
- Free shuttle bus
Free or Subsidized Food
- Subsidised on-site cafeteria
Informal Culture
- Casual dress code
Team Events
- Sports and social club
Childcare
- Kindergarten
Generous Parental Leave
- Paid maternity and parental leave
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Executive Programme Lead, COO Office(m/w/x)
Strategic programme management for biological data technologies at a scientific research leader. Significant programme or portfolio management experience required. Income tax-free salary, monthly family and non-resident allowances.
Requirements
- Degree-level education or equivalent professional experience
- Significant experience in programme or portfolio management
- Ability to manage complex reviews or strategic initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and liaison skills
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills
- Experience of governance, risk management, and reporting
- Excellent analytical and numerical capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Discretion and integrity in handling confidential information
- Excellent command of English
- German and/or French proficiency is an advantage
- Experience within research or public sector environment
- Familiarity with Council or board-level governance
- Excellent command of English
- German and/or French proficiency is an advantage
Tasks
- Lead end-to-end management of strategic programmes
- Establish programme plans and delivery frameworks
- Monitor progress and identify resource pressures
- Propose mitigation strategies for programme risks
- Oversee ad-hoc initiatives commissioned by the COO
- Align strategic direction with scientific priorities
- Coordinate governance processes and operational standards
- Prepare executive papers and briefing notes
- Translate complex information into actionable insights
- Track KPIs and benefits realisation
- Liaise across all COO functional areas
- Manage interdependencies to protect executive focus
- Coordinate communication across senior leadership meetings
- Prepare materials for executive governance meetings
- Capture decisions and ensure robust follow-up
- Foster collaboration across operational and administrative teams
Work Experience
- approx. 4 - 6 years
Education
- Bachelor's degree
Languages
- English – Business Fluent
- German – Basic
- French – Basic
Benefits
Additional Allowances
- Salary free of income tax
- Monthly child allowance
- Monthly non-resident allowance
- Installation grant
- Education grant for schooling
Family Support
- Monthly family allowance
- 10 days child sick leave
Competitive Pay
- Annual salary review
Retirement Plans
- Pension scheme
Other Benefits
- Death benefit
- Long-term care insurance
- Relocation package
- Library
- Visa exemption
- Travel support to home country
Job Security
- Accident-at-work insurance
Flexible Working
- Flexible working arrangements
Healthcare & Fitness
- Private medical insurance
- Dental and optical cover
More Vacation Days
- 30 days annual leave
Parking & Commuter Benefits
- Free shuttle bus
Free or Subsidized Food
- Subsidised on-site cafeteria
Informal Culture
- Casual dress code
Team Events
- Sports and social club
Childcare
- Kindergarten
Generous Parental Leave
- Paid maternity and parental leave
About the Company
European Molecular Biology Laboratory
Industry
Science
Description
The company is a world leader in scientific research and develops cutting-edge technologies for data management in biology.
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