Regional Strategy Manager

Job Opportunity: Regional Strategy Manager

Posted on: 29 Apr 2025

Location: Prilly, Switzerland

Department: Regional Strategy

The Regional Strategy Manager, working closely with the Regional Sales Directors, is responsible for contributing to business strategies and operations through political analysis. This role supports executive decision-making to ensure the company maintains its competitive edge in global and regional markets. It requires a combination of academic knowledge, experience in international relations, and strong interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

1. Understanding and communicating relevant developments:

• Develop an in-depth understanding of global geopolitical trends, including stability, conflicts, and alliances.
• Analyze regional political and economic dynamics and their impact on operations.
• Stay informed about politics, policies, and major developments in countries of interest.
• Understand local dynamics and key actors affecting SICPA’s operations.
• Effectively communicate findings to support decision-making.

• Analyze global economic trends and their impact on company strategies.
• Assess global technological trends and their implications for geopolitics and business models.
• Communicate insights to support strategic decisions.

• Identify geopolitical risks affecting operations, reputation, finance, security, and market access.
• Incorporate geopolitical perspectives into strategic planning.
• Coordinate responses to geopolitical crises to mitigate damages and ensure continuity.
• Identify opportunities arising from geopolitical changes.

• Regularly report on geopolitical developments.
• Anticipate events impacting SICPA’s operations.
• Utilize data analytics, data science, and AI tools for analysis.
• Manage relations with security services and monitor leadership changes.

• Identify operational risks.
• Incorporate ESG factors into analysis and recommendations.

Profile

• Advanced degree in international relations, political science, economics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in political analysis, risk management, and strategic planning.
• International experience preferred.
• Knowledge of data science tools.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Fluency in English and French; additional languages are a plus.
• Cultural adaptability and experience working in diverse international environments.
• Crisis management expertise.
• Strong sense of responsibility and integrity.

Join Us!

• We value our skilled and talented employees.
• Respectful entrepreneurship and a long-term vision are key to our success.
• Our team contributes to making the world a safer place.
• Diversity at all levels is a strength.