Communication and Change Coordinator

public.client.lonza.display.name; Basel; On-site; CHF 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career and dynamic working文化

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Job summary

Lonza Basel is seeking an experienced Communications & Change Coordinator to support a major transformation program. Based in Basel for an 8‑month contract (Dec 1, 2026–Jul 31, 2027, 41 hours/week), you will partner with the Change & Communications Lead to translate complex program updates into clear messaging for colleagues across the business.

This office-first role favors in-person collaboration with some remote flexibility (to be confirmed).

Qualifications

• 3–6 years of experience in corporate communications, project coordination, or change management, ideally within a global or matrix organization.
• Proven track record of translating complex operational or organizational topics into clear, structured, and engaging written messaging.
• High level of organization and attention to detail, with hands-on experience maintaining trackers, timelines, and multi-stream deliverables.
• Strong cross-functional coordination skills, capable of gathering inputs and following up with HR, communications, and business stakeholders.
• Proactive, adaptable mindset with the confidence to work independently and deliver under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in content management and collaboration platforms (such as Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Drive clarity and alignment across a fast-paced transformation program by executing day-to-day communication and change initiatives alongside the Change & Communications Lead.
• Draft, edit, and update high-impact communication materials—including emails, FAQs, presentations, and leadership talking points—tailored to diverse audiences.
• Own and organize core communication hubs, keeping Q&A documents, toolkits, and SharePoint content accurate, structured, and easy to navigate.
• Collaborate closely with HR, communications, and cross-functional teams to gather inputs, track timelines, and ensure timely delivery of program milestones.
• Prepare agendas, briefing materials, and documentation for leadership communications, workshops, and manager enablement sessions.
• Capture and structure stakeholder feedback from engagement activities to support continuous improvement and transparent reporting.
• Maintain project trackers and task lists to provide clear visibility into ongoing change and communication deliverables, building strong stakeholder management skills along the way.

Skills

Corporate communications

Project coordination

Change management

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

English fluency

Tools

SharePoint

Teams

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Every day, Lonza’s teams across the world work together to turn scientific breakthroughs into life-changing medicines that reach up to 100 million patients a year. Lonza is a place where people can make a unique impact, grow their careers and belong.

Based in Basel, Switzerland for an 8-month contract (1 December 2026 – 31 July 2027, 41 hours per week), this role puts you at the heart of a dynamic transformation program where your communication and coordination skills directly help teams navigate change. You will partner closely with the Change & Communications Lead to turn complex program updates into clear messaging and engaging experiences for colleagues across the business.

This is an office-first role. Working together in person supports close, real‑time collaboration and team alignment, enabling us to deliver our best work. You will work primarily in the office, with the flexibility to work remotely (tbc).

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.

• An inclusive and ethical workplace.

What you will do:

• Drive clarity and alignment across a fast-paced transformation program by executing day-to-day communication and change initiatives alongside the Change & Communications Lead.

• Draft, edit, and update high-impact communication materials—including emails, FAQs, presentations, and leadership talking points—tailored to diverse audiences.

• Own and organize core communication hubs, keeping Q&A documents, toolkits, and SharePoint content accurate, structured, and easy to navigate.

• Collaborate closely with HR, communications, and cross-functional teams to gather inputs, track timelines, and ensure timely delivery of program milestones.

• Prepare agendas, briefing materials, and documentation for leadership communications, workshops, and manager enablement sessions.

• Capture and structure stakeholder feedback from engagement activities to support continuous improvement and transparent reporting.

• Maintain project trackers and task lists to provide clear visibility into ongoing change and communication deliverables, building strong stakeholder management skills along the way.

What we are looking for:

• 3–6 years of experience in corporate communications, project coordination, or change management, ideally within a global or matrix organization.

• Proven track record of translating complex operational or organizational topics into clear, structured, and engaging written messaging.

• High level of organization and attention to detail, with hands‑on experience maintaining trackers, timelines, and multi‑stream deliverables.

• Strong cross‑functional coordination skills, capable of gathering inputs and following up with HR, communications, and business stakeholders.

• Proactive, adaptable mindset with the confidence to work independently and deliver under tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• Proficiency in content management and collaboration platforms (such as Microsoft SharePoint, Teams, PowerPoint, and Excel).

• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

You will feel at home at Lonza if you:

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast‑moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza:

Lonza is a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. At Lonza, you will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters.

As Lonza’s talent acquisition partner, please note, Randstad is responsible for the engagement and contracting of this contingent role.

Lonza are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.