Chief of Staff, GPS Oncology - Hematology

Roche is seeking a Chief of Staff for its Global Product Strategy (GPS) team focused on Oncology‑Hematology. Roche develops and delivers innovative medicines worldwide, aiming to prevent, stop and cure disease while ensuring long‑term access to healthcare. The role sits within the GPS organization and reports directly to the Therapeutic Area Head of Oncology, becoming a member of the TA leadership team. In the day‑to‑day, the Chief of Staff will partner with the TA heads to set strategic priorities, define review cycles and shape operational plans. They will drive the rollout of key initiatives, prepare detailed reports and presentations for senior audiences, and act as the main liaison for the TA leadership team. Operational duties include keeping the TA's daily workflow smooth, refining processes for greater efficiency, and coordinating decision‑making meetings such as quarterly business reviews. The position also involves coaching the leadership team, monitoring organisational health, and escalating any cultural or systemic concerns. The role demands extensive experience in highly regulated life‑science environments. Candidates must have at least ten years of professional experience in pharmaceutical, biotech or a comparable regulated sector, with a proven track record of working in a global context. They should have led complex, high‑impact projects from conception through execution and be comfortable managing teams across matrix structures. A proactive mindset, the confidence to act independently while staying aligned with senior managers, and a history of steering large‑scale initiatives in matrix organisations are essential. While the posting does not list specific benefits, location details, or additional perks, it highlights the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership, engage with a broad network of internal and external stakeholders, and contribute to a community of Chiefs of Staff and Operations Partners. The position offers high visibility, cross‑functional collaboration, and the chance to influence the strategic direction of Roche's oncology portfolio. What the role asks for: - Minimum 10 years experience in pharma, biotech or regulated industry - Proven experience working in a global environment - Demonstrated ability to lead complex projects from design to execution - Experience managing teams within a matrix organization - Strong proactive attitude with confidence to act independently - Ability to align actions with senior manager expectations - Track record of leading large‑scale initiatives/programs in a matrix setting