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Overview
The Strategy & Ops Lead is based in Business Strategy & Operations (BSO) within Roche's Product Development Data Sciences (PDD). BSO serves as the strategic backbone and operational enabler for PDD, ensuring organizational excellence through robust quality frameworks, optimized resourcing, and aligned strategic execution. BSO connects enterprise priorities with operational realities to drive consistency, clarity, and coordinated progress across PDD and the broader development organization. The Opportunity
The Strategy & Ops Lead translates enterprise-level strategies (such as 3D and in silico) into actionable initiatives and orchestrates strategic execution across functions. This role acts as a strategic integrator, leading dynamic and ambiguous tasks through cross-functional governance and planning processes, ensuring alignment across the PDD Leadership Team. It also drives coordination of Quant Team and leadership meetings to enable clear priorities, accountability, and delivery across the portfolio. You lead and develop the Strategy & Ops team, driving consistency, coaching the team towards executive-level decision-making and influential communications You act as a key senior leader and thought partner responsible for developing strategic planning, portfolio governance, and prioritization processes, ensuring consistency and connectivity across the BSO team and sub-functions while aligning with enterprise direction You work closely with the BSO leadership team and cross-functional business partners to lead initiatives related to quality / compliance, resource planning, and board of director priorities You translate high-level strategies, in close partnership with the head of BSO and head of PDD, into actionable roadmaps, driving team planning, execution/tracking of cross-functional initiatives, and delivery of priority deliverables with accountability You act as a connector across the PDD organization to proactively identify gaps that influence the strategic plan and operating model by enabling shared ownership of enterprise priorities in complex environments Who you are
You hold an advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MSc, PharmD) in life sciences, business administration, data sciences, or a related field You bring 12+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, diagnostics, or data sciences organizations, including roles in business operations, strategic planning, or portfolio management You have 3+ years of experience in people leadership and cross-functional team management, with a proven ability to drive strategic execution through influence and orchestration You have demonstrated success in driving complex initiatives and aligning stakeholders in large matrixed organizations You bring deep experience with strategy execution, leadership operations, and roadmap delivery in R&D or data/analytics environments You possess strong communication, synthesis, and presentation skills across both technical and non-technical audiences You have the capacity for independent thinking and the ability to make decisions based upon sound principles You exhibit excellent strategic agility including problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and agility that extends beyond your technical domain You demonstrate respect for cultural differences when interacting with colleagues in the global workplace You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically in presentation and writing, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in clear, simple language Preferred
Relocation benefits are not available for this posting Prior experience as a Chief of Staff or Strategic Operations Lead in a data or R&D setting Familiarity with Roche’s organizational structure, governance processes, and ways of working Experience in managing leadership operating models, initiative planning, and strategic measurement frameworks (e.g., OKRs) Understanding of digital health, in silico strategies, and advanced analytics portfolios in a regulated environment Knowledge of agile delivery principles and cross-functional execution frameworks You develop and manage PDD LT and organization-wide meetings, shaping agendas and driving priority topics by connecting insights across PDD and stakeholder needs for awareness, discussion, or decision-making You serve as a key change agent to help lead our organization through strategic shifts in our operating environment, responsible for internal communications across initiatives, crafting clear narratives and materials for senior and executive stakeholders You foster a purpose-driven culture that emphasizes strategic clarity, operational excellence, and measurable impact through accountability, urgency, collaboration, and continuous improvement You design and manage leadership meeting structures (e.g., Quant Team, sub-functional LT meetings), including content creation, facilitation, and follow-through Compensation and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Massachusetts is $152,000.00 - $282,200.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below. Benefits
#PDDT #PDDBoston Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants. Seniority level
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The Strategy & Ops Lead is based in Business Strategy & Operations (BSO) within Roche's Product Development Data Sciences (PDD). BSO serves as the strategic backbone and operational enabler for PDD, ensuring organizational excellence through robust quality frameworks, optimized resourcing, and aligned strategic execution. BSO connects enterprise priorities with operational realities to drive consistency, clarity, and coordinated progress across PDD and the broader development organization. The Opportunity
The Strategy & Ops Lead translates enterprise-level strategies (such as 3D and in silico) into actionable initiatives and orchestrates strategic execution across functions. This role acts as a strategic integrator, leading dynamic and ambiguous tasks through cross-functional governance and planning processes, ensuring alignment across the PDD Leadership Team. It also drives coordination of Quant Team and leadership meetings to enable clear priorities, accountability, and delivery across the portfolio. You lead and develop the Strategy & Ops team, driving consistency, coaching the team towards executive-level decision-making and influential communications You act as a key senior leader and thought partner responsible for developing strategic planning, portfolio governance, and prioritization processes, ensuring consistency and connectivity across the BSO team and sub-functions while aligning with enterprise direction You work closely with the BSO leadership team and cross-functional business partners to lead initiatives related to quality / compliance, resource planning, and board of director priorities You translate high-level strategies, in close partnership with the head of BSO and head of PDD, into actionable roadmaps, driving team planning, execution/tracking of cross-functional initiatives, and delivery of priority deliverables with accountability You act as a connector across the PDD organization to proactively identify gaps that influence the strategic plan and operating model by enabling shared ownership of enterprise priorities in complex environments Who you are
You hold an advanced degree (e.g., MBA, MSc, PharmD) in life sciences, business administration, data sciences, or a related field You bring 12+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, diagnostics, or data sciences organizations, including roles in business operations, strategic planning, or portfolio management You have 3+ years of experience in people leadership and cross-functional team management, with a proven ability to drive strategic execution through influence and orchestration You have demonstrated success in driving complex initiatives and aligning stakeholders in large matrixed organizations You bring deep experience with strategy execution, leadership operations, and roadmap delivery in R&D or data/analytics environments You possess strong communication, synthesis, and presentation skills across both technical and non-technical audiences You have the capacity for independent thinking and the ability to make decisions based upon sound principles You exhibit excellent strategic agility including problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and agility that extends beyond your technical domain You demonstrate respect for cultural differences when interacting with colleagues in the global workplace You have excellent verbal and written communication skills, specifically in presentation and writing, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts in clear, simple language Preferred
Relocation benefits are not available for this posting Prior experience as a Chief of Staff or Strategic Operations Lead in a data or R&D setting Familiarity with Roche’s organizational structure, governance processes, and ways of working Experience in managing leadership operating models, initiative planning, and strategic measurement frameworks (e.g., OKRs) Understanding of digital health, in silico strategies, and advanced analytics portfolios in a regulated environment Knowledge of agile delivery principles and cross-functional execution frameworks You develop and manage PDD LT and organization-wide meetings, shaping agendas and driving priority topics by connecting insights across PDD and stakeholder needs for awareness, discussion, or decision-making You serve as a key change agent to help lead our organization through strategic shifts in our operating environment, responsible for internal communications across initiatives, crafting clear narratives and materials for senior and executive stakeholders You foster a purpose-driven culture that emphasizes strategic clarity, operational excellence, and measurable impact through accountability, urgency, collaboration, and continuous improvement You design and manage leadership meeting structures (e.g., Quant Team, sub-functional LT meetings), including content creation, facilitation, and follow-through Compensation and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Massachusetts is $152,000.00 - $282,200.00. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below. Benefits
#PDDT #PDDBoston Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact us by completing this form Accommodations for Applicants. Seniority level
Associate Employment type
Full-time Job function
General Business Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Genentech by 2x
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