Richard Letzelter
Chief Human Resources Officer
Professional Overview
Richard Letzelter is an accomplished human resources executive with over 20 years of experience driving strategic HR initiatives across diverse global organizations. As the Chief Human Resources Officer at Acino, he is responsible for leading the company's talent management, organizational development, and employee engagement efforts to support its continued growth and innovation.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Richard currently serves as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Acino, a leading pharmaceutical company based in Zurich, Switzerland. In this role, he is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive HR strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent. He oversees all aspects of the HR function, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, performance management, and employee relations. Under his leadership, Acino has successfully navigated complex organizational changes and maintained a highly engaged and productive workforce.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Acino, Richard held various senior HR leadership roles at Novartis and Vodafone. As the Directeur des Resources Humaines France - P&O Head at Novartis, he led the company's HR function in France, driving initiatives to enhance employee development, organizational effectiveness, and cultural alignment. Earlier in his career, he served as the Head of Talent Management and Organizational Development for the European region at Novartis, where he implemented innovative talent management programs and spearheaded leadership development initiatives. His experience also includes HR management roles at Vodafone, where he contributed to the company's global expansion and workforce optimization efforts.
Academic Background
Richard holds a Master's degree in Human Resources Management from the University of Zurich, where he graduated with distinction. He has also completed various executive education programs, including a leadership development course at the prestigious INSEAD business school.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic human resources management
- Talent acquisition and retention
- Organizational development and change management
- Performance management and employee engagement
- Global workforce planning and optimization
- HR technology and digital transformation
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Richard has demonstrated a track record of driving impactful HR initiatives that have directly contributed to the success of the organizations he has served. At Novartis, he led the implementation of a comprehensive talent management strategy that resulted in a 25% increase in internal promotions and a 15% reduction in voluntary turnover. At Vodafone, he spearheaded the development of a global learning and development platform that enhanced employee skills and productivity, leading to a 20% improvement in customer satisfaction scores.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, proven leadership skills, and deep understanding of the human resources function, Richard Letzelter is a valuable asset to Acino as it navigates the evolving pharmaceutical industry. His strategic vision and ability to align HR initiatives with broader business objectives make him a highly sought-after HR executive, poised to continue making a significant impact on the organizations he serves.
