Asap: senior csr lead emea - social impact (m/w/d)

• Strategic role driving high-impact initiatives across EMEA
• Opportunity to shape regional strategy with strong global visibilityProvide yo

About Our Client

Our client is a fast growing and innovative company with headquarters in Zürich. We are seeking a Senior Lead - Community Impact to shape and drive their regional strategy across EMEA. This is a highly visible role responsible for translating a global vision into locally relevant programmes that deliver meaningful and measurable social impact.

You will develop high-impact partnerships, mobilise internal stakeholders, and lead initiatives that position our client as a responsible and purpose-driven organisation within the communities in which it operates. Start ASAP (ideally June, latest July) - min. 6M contract for now.

Job Description

Regional Strategy & Leadership

• Design and execute a comprehensive EMEA community impact strategy aligned with global priorities while addressing regional needs and nuances
• Identify emerging social trends and proactively evolve programmes to maximise long-term impact
• Act as the regional subject matter expert, embedding community impact into the wider business strategy

Budget & Governance

• Own and manage the regional community investment budget, including grants and product donations
• Ensure effective and equitable allocation of resources across markets
• Monitor outcomes and ensure initiatives deliver measurable impact

Partnership Development

• Identify, assess, and manage strategic partnerships with NGOs, foundations, and community organisations
• Lead end-to-end relationship management, from sourcing to long-term partnership development
• Co-create innovative programmes that go beyond traditional philanthropy to deliver sustainable change

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate closely with internal functions including HR, Marketing, and Communications to drive engagement and amplify impact
• Develop and lead employee engagement and volunteer programmes across the region
• Support storytelling and brand initiatives that highlight community impact efforts

External Representation

• Represent our client at key regional forums, events, and stakeholder meetings
• Build and maintain a strong network of social impact leaders across EMEA

Programme & Project Management

• Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders
• Ensure efficient execution and continuous improvement of all programmes

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in CSR, ESG, public policy, or international development, including regional leadership responsibility
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-country programmes across EMEA, with strong understanding of regulatory and cultural diversity
• Proven track record of managing senior external stakeholders, including NGOs, public institutions, and community leaders
• Strong project management capabilities with full lifecycle ownership experience
• Ability to independently manage budgets, prioritise competing demands, and mitigate risk in a fast-paced environment
• Strong strategic mindset, combining social impact passion with commercial awareness
• Degree in a relevant field (e.g., social sciences, international development, business) is advantageous
• Fluency in English required; additional European language (e.g., German or French) strongly preferred

What's on Offer

This is a unique opportunity to join a purpose-driven organisation in an impactful role with significant regional impact. You will play a critical role in shaping and advancing community initiatives that create lasting, meaningful change across diverse markets.