Finance Perspective Programme

Join Roche's flagship global talent development programme, where you define your impact across the globe.

Business Perspective Programme

Join Roche's flagship global talent development programme, where you define your impact across the globe.
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Roche’s Business Perspectives Programme is offering a rapid-fire induction experience into our core operating businesses - You'll gain broad exposure across Pharmaceuticals, Diagnostics, and Group functions, designing projects in areas like digital innovation and sales, and covering different geographical locations.
This 24-month journey provides early in career talent with unique, hands-on experience across multiple functions. Participants work closely with inspiring leaders, gaining the skills to shape the future of healthcare. At Roche, careers are tailored to each individual - participants take charge of their path, supported by a Programme Manager, Mentor, Buddy, and Rotational Managers.

For those who excel in a collaborative, agile environment, the programme is a springboard to becoming a future leader or expert and driving Roche’s purpose of “Doing now what patients need next.”

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Recruitment process

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Submit
Application

February 2026
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Online
Assessment

Early spring 2026
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Virtual
Interview

Spring 2026
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Virtual Assessment Center

Fixed days in mid May 2026
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Programme
​​​​​​​Start

First of September 2026
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Programme Overview

This program is your direct path to a strategic role. Designed specifically for talented individuals with a strong background in science, data science, or business, its primary goal is to accelerate development and prepare you to become a future leader with a strong global mindset. This is achieved through intensive experiential learning, ensuring you build a well-rounded understanding of Roche’s business model across its two core divisions.

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To be a successful candidate, you must meet the following criteria:
  • Excellent academic profile, ideally a postgraduate degree (PhD, MD, MEng, MSc, etc.) in science, data science or business, and an MBA
  • Three to five years of working experience in the areas of pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, biotech, med tech, information technology (healthcare-oriented preferred) or consulting to healthcare
  • Exposure to either commercial roles, or projects related to innovation in digital or advanced analytics technologies for the healthcare industry
  • Worked or studied in more than one country, preferably in a developing region (i.e. APAC, LATAM, MEA)
  • Fluent/bilingual in English, and a second language; any other language is an asset
  • Global mobility throughout the two-year rotational programme and afterwards
  • Strong strategic and entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to think analytically and innovatively
  • Courageous, curious, creative individual; inspired by change/transformation with the capacity to think out of the box when the situation requires flexibility and speed; ability to operate in an environment of volatility, uncertainty, chaos and ambiguity
  • Agile learner with a passion to make things happen and who can inspire, motivate and engage others beyond line-management responsibility

For a rotational period of two years:
  • Participants will be involved in max. four assignments, each rotation being between six to eight months long
  • Each of these assignments will introduce participants to different areas such as: Pharmaceuticals, Diagnostics and Group
  • Participants take ownership of their rotations and design their path for the programme, in line with business priorities and development interests, e.g. access, partnerships, digital innovation, data management, sales, etc.
  • The assignments will cover different geographical locations of Roche’s business
  • Participants will have access to thought leaders and broad support by a programme manager, rotation managers, a programme buddy, the alumni network and a mentor (typically a leader in the organisation)

During the programme:
  • Experience through assignments in Group functions, the Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics Divisions, at headquarters and at affiliates in different countries
  • Receive mentorship and gain valuable exposure to senior leaders 
  • Wide networking opportunities across different functions

After the programme:
  • Breadth of experience across multiple Roche functions, global working experience and a cross-cultural mindset
  • Springboard to shape the future of Roche

We have a proven support structure in place to guide you throughout your journey.
  • Programme Manager: Oversees the full programme lifecycle and recruitment process, acting as your dedicated end-to-end coach from start to finish.
  • Programme Buddy: A current programme participant who helps you integrate into the community and smoothly settle into the programme.
  • Mentors: Senior leaders who support your personal and professional development, help you navigate Roche’s culture, and guide you toward long-term growth and career opportunities.
  • Rotation Managers: Work with you to define your rotation scope, provide day-to-day guidance and onboarding, and connect you with local teams and networks.
  • Enabling Teams: Including People & Culture and Global Mobility teams who offer essential logistical support, along with a strong Alumni network acting as “Onboarding Buddies” to accelerate your integration.
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Hear from our leaders

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The Perspective Programme is an excellent way of getting to know Roche and gain insights on how we are evolving personalised healthcare for the benefit of patients. It’s also a great way to focus on your strengths and the opportunities that lie ahead.
Severin Schwan
Chairman of Roche
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The business impact that a Business Perspectives can have in only 6 months is a testament to the high calibre of hires and the desire of the organisation to provide truly meaningful and developmentally impactful rotations.
Kristen Pressner
People & Culture Chapter Lead, Business Partnering, Diagnostics Division
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The Roche Perspectives 2-year programme has not only accelerated my understanding and knowledge of Roche, its customers and products across geographies and functions, it has also helped me learn more about myself and where I can contribute most to Roche.
Dr. Thomas Schinecker
CEO of Roche Group
 
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The programme was a chance to identify where I could make a difference, build my network to make it happen and graduate in a role with immediate impact.
Ouali Omani
UK Squad Lead for Multiple Sclerosis
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A highly talented and diverse group of individuals with extensive academic and professional experience who deliver tangible and meaningful contributions to our business.
Jordi Fernández Capo
Head of Subregion Latin America for Diagnostics

FAQ

Gain insider tips: watch the recording of our 2025 webcast to hear directly from participants and managers about their experiences and essential application tips.
It's the perfect prep for your rotational journey.
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