Director Open Programmes ES HSG (m/w/d)

About the job

The Executive School of Management, Technology and Law (ES HSG) is the contact point for executive education at HSG. It offers a comprehensive portfolio of programmes – ranging from open programmes for professionals and executives to company-specific offerings, as well as degree programmes such as MBA and Executive MBA.

• Lead and further develop the Open Programmes Business Unit at ES-HSG
• Lead and transform a team of 15+ professionals and orchestrate a network of faculty members, fostering a high-performance culture
• Drive the implementation and refinement of a strategic roadmap for innovation, growth and transformation
• Strengthen marketing excellence and strategic portfolio development by using new technologies like agentic AI
• Enhance customer-centric innovation and programme positioning
• Increase the visibility and competitive positioning of the portfolio in the
• European executive education market
• Ensure financial management, including budget planning, performance monitoring and cost control
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships within the Executive School, the University and with external providers
• Serving as a member of the Directors Team and actively supporting the strategic development oft the School

• Doctoral degree or equivalent academic qualification strongly preferred
• Leadership experience, preferably experience in the higher education industry
• Strategic and conceptual skills
• Experience and proven track record in transforming organizations
• Extensive expertise in marketing and portfolio management, especially with the usage of new technologies, like agentic AI
• Experience in developing, innovating, and positioning new products or academic programs
• Strong understanding of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its application, including the ability to leverage AI tools and develop AI-based solutions (e.g. agents)
• High-quality awareness, strong solution orientation, and intercultural competence
• Excellent communication skills in English and German (C2 level required for both)

"A place where knowledge is created" - As one of Europe's leading universities of economics and business administration, the University of St.Gallen (HSG), Switzerland, is committed to the education of over 10'000 students. The HSG is one of the largest employers in the region and provides an attractive and innovative environment for more than 3'500 researchers, educators and professional staff.