Managing Director Board Programmes (m/f/d)

The Executive School of Management, Technology and Law (ES-HSG) is the contact point for executive education at the University of St.Gallen. It offers a broad portfolio of programmes including various MBAs and Executive MBAs, as well as open and company-specific continuing education courses. Informal inquiries about the position can be directed to Prof. Dr. Karolin Frankenberger (Dean, Executive School, karolin.frankenberger@unisg.ch).

Your tasks

• Co-lead the Executive School's board-level activities, ensuring successful growth and sustainable performance.
• Expand and develop relationships with board members and corporate partners.
• Provide access to new board networks.
• Develop and lead the team, overseeing financial performance, operational excellence, and overall quality of the programs.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement.

Your profile

• Master's Degree in strategy, business or management, law, economics, social sciences, international relations, or similar fields; a PhD is an advantage.
• Substantial leadership experience in practice (e.g., corporate executive roles, partner in leading professional services firms, or similar).
• Proven experience in executive education at a leading business school, particularly with C-level and board audiences.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and board dynamics, demonstrated through extensive board experience in various contexts (large, listed, private, state-owned, family-controlled companies, etc.).
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure; collaborative and flexible attitude.
• Fluent in English and German.

"A place where knowledge is created" - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 9,800 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3,300 researchers, educators, and professional staff.