Europe R&D Transformation Lead (18-month FTC)

Company Description

Syngenta Crop Protection is a leader in agricultural innovation, bringing breakthrough technologies and solutions that enable farmers to grow productively and sustainably. We offer a leading portfolio of crop protection solutions for plant and soil health, as well as digital solutions that transform the decision-making capabilities of farmers. Our 17,900 employees serve to advance agriculture in more than 90 countries around the world. Syngenta Crop Protection is headquartered in Basel, Switzerland, and is part of the Syngenta Group.

Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. Join us and help shape the future of agriculture.

Job Description

Are you a strategic leader with a proven track record in driving complex organizational transformations? We\’re seeking an exceptional Europe R&D Transformation Lead to reshape Syngenta\’s European Seeds Field Crop R&D. This key role will drive crucial changes across our operations. You\’ll be leading a transformation in a fast-paced scientific environment, working with diverse teams while keeping projects moving forward.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex, confidential transformation initiatives across European R&D operations
• Establish and maintain critical path timelines across multiple interdependent workstreams
• Drive alignment and decisive action through influence and structured decision-making processes
• Hold all stakeholders accountable for transformation deliverables and timelines
• Maintain transformation momentum while ensuring business operational continuity
• Manage stakeholder communications and engagement at all organizational levels
• Drive program governance and risk management across multiple workstreams

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in multi-country organizational transformation at senior levels
• Proven ability to influence and drive alignment among leaders
• Demonstrated success in maintaining program momentum despite organizational complexity
• Track record of delivering results in highly matrixed organizations
• Experience managing conflicting stakeholder objectives while meeting deadlines
• Desirable: High-level awareness of European labor laws and works council requirements

Additional Information

This is an 18-month Fixed-term contract.

Site Details

Jealott\’s Hill International Research Centre UK is situated in pleasant semi-rural surroundings between Bracknell and Maidenhead and is the place of work for approximately 800 Syngenta scientists and support staff. Jealott’s Hill is one of the main global research and development sites and key activities include research into discovery of new active ingredients, new formulation technologies, product safety and technical support of our product range.

What We Offer

• Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical & life insurance.
• Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
• Flexible working
• We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
• The opportunity to develop and apply your science within the chemical industry.
• The chance to work as part of a global team to address the current and future needs of the agricultural sector.
• Learning culture and wide range of training options.

Syngenta has been ranked as a top 5 employer and number 1 in agriculture by Science Journal.

Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Learn more about our D&I initiatives here: https://www.syngenta.com/careers/working-syngenta/diversity-and-inclusion #J-18808-Ljbffr