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DD&T Future Readiness & Capability Lead

Zurich, Switzerland

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Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Senior
Travel: Minimal (if any)

Takeda has been translating science into breakthrough medicines for 240 years. Every step of the way, our teams have worked together to tackle some of the most challenging problems in drug discovery and development. Today, we’re a driving force behind innovative therapies that make a lasting difference to millions of patients around the world.

In R&D, all of our history and potential comes together in an environment that welcomes diversity of thought and amplifies every voice. Working closely with colleagues, you’ll play a key role in bringing our rich pipeline of products forward to help patients. Come join a team that’s earned trust for more than two centuries, and find out how advancing transformative therapies at Takeda will shape your bright future.

Job ID R0153356 Date posted 05/28/2025 Location Zurich, Switzerland

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Job Description

*NOTE: This role is location agnostic! *

At our heart we are committed colleagues. We offer interested people numerous opportunities and strongly believe in, and promote, diversity, equity, and inclusion. As a company we offer roles based on merit, welcoming candidates of any gender, age, religious belief, sexual orientation, race, color, ethnic or social origin, or disability.

Our team is growing and for this we need bright minds with creativity and flexibility – what talent do you have?

About the role:

Lead the strategic development and implementation of the DD&T People transformation initiatives across GPD, Functions, and LOCs. Drive cultural evolution and foster a digital-first mindset by empowering teams with advanced digital capabilities, aimed at enhancing productivity and performance. Prepare the organization for future challenges by embedding innovative practices and ensuring sustainable transformation

Key Accountabilities:

Shape GPD DD&T People transformation strategy aligned with GPD goals
Drive the execution and adoption of DD&T Peopletransformation strategy and initiatives
Establish DD&T People transformation community
Establish governance for DD&T people initiatives – Global, GPD, Functions and LOCs
Drive innovation mindset and skills in collaboration with XD labs
Co-create and drive change management to ensure adoption of digital tools, methodologies and ways of working and showcase successes
Partner with GPD CoEs to define, align and implement people strategies. Work with Global to equip and support leaders to effectively champion and embed digital mindset and skills
Overarching strategy alignment for Digital Dexterity
Set and apply innovative learning methodologies and effective cascade of Global resources for targeted groups
Establish KPIs and measurementframework to demonstrate impact.
Track emerging trends in future of work, benchmarking industry best practices and identifying new opportunities for innovation
Provide digital perspective on talent strategy,collaborate with HR to shape future skills to meet the evolving needs of the business
Work closely with Global Culture & Transformation team, Change Mangement, workforce of the future and HR functions

Skills and Qualifications:

Relevant Degree or equivalent experience in organizational development or Digital transformation
Extensive experience in driving Transformation, ideally in global matrix organization
Enterprise Leadership - Ability to inspire, motivate and drive results. Define and implement people transformation strategies at scale, aligning with business priorities
Healthcare and Business Acumen – comprehensive understanding of the pharma industry
Innovation, strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
Communication and Stakeholder management
Navigate complex matrix organisation - Collaborating across GPD, functions and LOCs to drive alignment
Change management & Leadership Coaching - expertise in driving behaviour changes through structured change management methodologies and leadership Coaching
Learning & development – skilled in defining key competencies, orchestrating learning pathways for key roles and measuring impact to ensure continuous workforce evolution
Stakeholder management and influence - Strong ability to influence, collaborate and inspire diverse global teams and senior leadership
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to translate strategy into action to drive cultural transformation

Empowering our people to shine

At Takeda, we earn the trust of society and our customers through our values of Takeda-ism: Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, Perseverance. We incorporate these values in everything we do. They represent who we are and how we act. They help us make decisions that we can be proud of today and in the future. We enable our employees to develop their full potential. As a global top employer, we offer exciting career paths, promote innovation, and strive for top performance in everything we do. Takeda fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and international work environment where our teams are united by their relentless commitment to our goal of improving people's health and creating a better future for the world.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

Takeda is committed to foster diversity, equality, and inclusion. Hiring decisions are based entirely on qualifications and are made regardless of gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

If you are interested in this opportunity, we look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!

Learn more at takedajobs.com

Locations

Zurich, SwitzerlandDEU - Berlin Remote, DNK - Denmark Remote, FRA - France Remote, ITA - Remote, Madrid, Spain

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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During my 20-year journey here, I’ve been fully supported by my colleagues, and I can’t say enough about our rich internal talent and the long-standing values that drive our decisions as we work to develop important medicines for the patients we serve.

Doug Coffman - Head, R&D Asset Transition & Integration Office, R&D Regional & Business Operations

When making any type of decision, the first thing we ask is 'how will this impact patients?’ Ultimately, we’re laser focused on the best interests of the patient, and I truly believe we follow through on that.

Meredith Culp - VP, Head of Neuroscience Therapeutic Area Strategy & Operations and Head of Global Development Integration Office

Alison Handley, Head, Center for External Innovation

The heart of our work

Shining a light on new perspectives

What we believe in

Our values of Takeda-ism are Integrity, Fairness, Honesty and Perseverance, with Integrity as the core. These are brought to life through actions based on Patient, Trust, Reputation and Business, in that order.

Our belief in putting people first extends beyond our patients — it includes their families and communities, as well as our Takeda colleagues and their families.

We are committed to embracing our differences, valuing different perspectives, and fostering a culture of respect, inclusiveness and empowerment.

Our embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) strategy enables us to attract and retain exceptional talent, drives innovation, and helps address systemic inequalities in our communities.

Integrity
Fairness
Honesty
Perseverance

Working at Takeda

Inclusion
Here, you will feel welcomed, respected, and valued as a vital contributor to our global team.
Collaboration
A strong, borderless team, we strive together towards our priorities and inspiring mission.
Innovation
Bold initiatives, continuous improvement, and creativity are at the heart of how we bring scientific breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
Top Workplace
Recognized for our culture and way of working, we’re one of only 17 companies to receive Top Global Employer® status for 2024.
Work-Life
Our people-first mission extends beyond patients to include their families, communities, and our own Takeda family.
Empowerment
Through trust and respect, you will have genuine support from leaders, managers, and colleagues to do your best work.