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Alcon

Dec 14

  • Job
    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • Consulting
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Fort Worth
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need a bachelor's degree, 10 years of relevant experience, strong analytical and communication skills, high emotional intelligence, project management expertise, and an advanced degree.
  • You will create materials for executive reporting, support presentations, manage meeting agendas, drive strategic priorities, structure problems, and lead special projects for leadership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +18 yrs; Assoc.+14 yrs; M.S.+7 yrs; Ph.D/M.D. +3 yrs)
  • The ability to fluently read, write, understand, and communicate in English
  • 10 Years of Relevant Experience
  • Work hours: Standard
  • Travel Requirements: 10-20%, international and domestic
  • Relocation assistance: Yes
  • Sponsorship available: No
  • Prior experience as a project leader or beyond at a top-tier management consulting firm, in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry, having ideally been exposed to ophthalmology or eye care
  • Very strong intellectual capacity, with proven ability to work on many different topics in parallel and prioritize effectively (distinguishing urgency and importance)
  • Excellent conceptual and analytical skills with a track record of synthesizing, structuring, and preparing communication materials for senior executives (including excellent PowerPoint skills)
  • High emotional intelligence as reflected by excellent social and interpersonal skills, a deep sense of self-awareness, and humility
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively across a global, matrixed company
  • Adaptable communication skills, including seamlessly translating messages, details, and actions to the appropriate altitude for a given audience
  • Excellent project and process management skills (e.g., at times might coordinate as many as 10-15 different documents in parallel, incorporating input from many sources)
  • Excellent ability to quickly learn complex topics and identify value drivers
  • Very high attention to detail (without losing sight of the big picture) to ensure highest quality output at all times
  • Organizational skills, results orientation, collaboration and influencing abilities, business acumen, and the utmost level of integrity (including management of highly confidential information)
  • An advanced degree (MBA, JD, MD, and/or PhD)

Responsibilities

  • Lead material creation for CEO’s and COO’s monthly and quarterly reporting commitments (e.g., Alcon Executive Leadership team and meetings, Board of Directors, key events) in strong coordination with functions providing content
  • Support functions in preparation for key presentations (e.g., Board of Directors), ensuring high quality storylines and frameworks, consistent messages across presentations, and timeliness
  • Drive operational efficiency and focus at the enterprise level by managing agendas for key meetings, guiding presenters in standards and deadlines, and ensuring action items are completed
  • Collaborate with functions to drive strategic priorities, through direct and indirect influencing
  • Act as thought partner to the CEO, COO, and other leaders across Alcon
  • Lead setting of annual strategic priorities at the enterprise level, to then be cascaded into the organization
  • Support functions on structuring problems, planning, and setting recommendations
  • Lead special projects at the request of the CEO and/or COO

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Chief of Staff position?

A Bachelor's Degree or equivalent years of directly related experience is required, alongside 10 years of relevant experience. An advanced degree (MBA, JD, MD, and/or PhD) is preferred.

Is previous experience in the medical device or pharmaceutical industry necessary?

Yes, prior experience as a project leader at a top-tier management consulting firm or in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry is strongly preferred, ideally with exposure to ophthalmology or eye care.

What are the travel requirements for this role?

The position requires 10-20% travel, both internationally and domestically.

What skills are emphasized for candidates applying for this role?

Candidates should demonstrate strong intellectual capacity, excellent conceptual and analytical skills, high emotional intelligence, adaptability in communication, project and process management skills, and attention to detail.

Is relocation assistance provided for this position?

Yes, relocation assistance is provided.

Are sponsorship opportunities available for this role?

No, sponsorship is not available for this position.

What kind of projects will the Chief of Staff be involved in?

The Chief of Staff will lead special projects at the request of the CEO and COO, as well as collaborate with various functions to drive strategic priorities.

What communication skills are required for this position?

Adaptable communication skills are important, including the ability to translate messages and actions to the appropriate level for different audiences.

How is operational efficiency managed in this role?

The Chief of Staff will manage agendas for key meetings, guide presenters in standards and deadlines, and ensure that action items are completed to drive operational efficiency.

Is there an emphasis on diversity and inclusion at Alcon?

Yes, Alcon is recognized as a 2024 Top 50 Company for Diversity and Inclusion and is committed to maintaining a diverse work environment.

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Alcon

Manufacturing & Electronics
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1945
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As the global leader in eye care with a heritage spanning over 75 years, we offer the broadest portfolio of products to enhance sight and improve people’s lives. Our Surgical and Vision Care products touch the lives of more than 260 million people in over 140 countries each year living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors. Our more than 25,000 associates are enhancing the quality of life through innovative products, partnerships with Eye Care Professionals and programs that advance access to quality eye care.