Managing Director

Vor 5 Tagen

Zürich, Schweiz Oviva AG Vollzeit

Why Oviva?

To build a healthier future for all Our mission is to provide the most accessible and effective care to people with weight-related conditions.

By blending behaviour change therapy with our unique technology and an incredible team of passionate employees, we create affordable and accessible app-based healthcare programmes to tackle conditions such as obesity and Type 2 diabetes.


Our proven strategy has made us an award-winning and the largest digital health provider treating diet-related conditions in Europe. We operate within healthcare systems to provide people with the medical care they need. We are rapidly expanding across Europe, including the UK, Switzerland, Germany, and now Poland. By joining us, you will be part of an organisation that has treated over 500,000 people to date and continues to scale up.


To drive the next stage of our growth and profitability, we are seeking an accomplished Managing Director to lead the day-to-day operations of our Swiss business. As a key member of our global leadership team, you’ll have the unique opportunity to shape our Swiss market and support our patients inSwitzerland to lead healthier and happier lives.


This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader eager to make a lasting impact and propel Oviva to new heights.


The Role

  • Set a Transformative Vision: Drive the transformation of the Swiss operations for 2025, with a clear focus on achieving and sustaining profitability.

  • Inspire Leadership and Team Engagement: Coach and empower leaders while cultivating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where employees feel inspired, engaged, and motivated to contribute fully to our ambitious goals.

  • Deliver on Financial Commitments: Lead with accountability, achieving performance targets aligned with budget expectations in both revenue and cost management.

  • Executive Team Contributor: Play an essential role on the executive team, contributing to global growth initiatives and strategies.

  • Strategize for Success: Guide the CH Leadership team to define strategic actions that align with our mission, vision, and ambitious growth goals.

  • Data-Driven Performance Excellence: Ensure success by implementing metrics that track team performance and use insights to drive continuous improvement across all functions.

  • Collaborate Across Functions: Build strong cross-functional partnerships within the Swiss organisation, promoting seamless collaboration and alignment that supports daily operational success.


About You

  • Proven track record of driving revenue and EBITDA growth through visionary leadership, transformative actions and innovation.

  • Energised by fast-paced environments and quick to take decisive action.

  • Extensive senior leadership experience with a history of inspiring, motivating, and developing high-performing teams.

  • Committed to fostering a positive, empowering culture where employees can thrive and reach their full potential.

  • Skilled in guiding teams through periods of change with resilience and adaptability.

  • Passionate about continuous improvement, setting a high standard, and leading by example.

  • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data for strategic, impactful decision-making.

  • Experienced in managing remote teams and optimising virtual work models.

  • Confident communicator, highly proficient in English and German.

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in revolutionising healthcare

  • Exciting and rewarding role in the high-growth environment

  • Training and development opportunities, with a personal learning allowance

  • Flexible & hybrid working - work in a way that suits you

  • Home working allowance to set up your workspace

  • Competitive Salary & company pension

  • Enhanced Maternity, Paternity & adoption leave

Having a culture that people want to work in, is very important to us. We do this by keeping our values at the forefront of everything we do:

We place our patients first. We empower our teams. We make it happen.


Oviva is passionate about creating an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. We are a truly inclusive place to work, where everyone can be themselves and everyone is welcome. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, religion, and socioeconomic status. We seek candidates with unique perspectives to help us build a stronger, more inclusive team.

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