Robert Ziegler

Managing Director | Life Sciences | Strategy, Transformation & Business Growth

Basel, Basel, Switzerland

About

I'm a passionate builder of organizations, teams, and client relationships. I thrive in environments where growth, trust, and accountability go hand in hand — and where stepping out of the comfort zone is part of the culture, not the exception. Currently, I’m serving as Managing Director at Adryan, where we’re scaling a delivery powerhouse rooted in clarity, ownership, and impact. Whether it's enabling clients to reach their goals or helping people grow into their next version, I’m driven by purpose and results. 🧩 My strengths: - Building strong delivery structures and high-performing teams - Leading with empathy, vision, and a healthy sense of humor - Making complex things simple — and turning strategy into execution 💡 I believe work should challenge you and energize you. And that the best outcomes come when people feel empowered, connected, and inspired to do their best. Let’s connect.

Experience

  • Adryan (Basel, Switzerland)
    • Managing Director
      Apr 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 3 mos

      At Adryan, I’m focused on scaling a high-performance delivery organization that thrives on trust, ownership, and excellence. My priorities include: Building and empowering a top-tier delivery team Fostering meaningful, long-term relationships with clients and employees Challenging myself and the team to grow beyond the comfort zone — while enjoying the journey We're combining operational discipline with entrepreneurial spirit to create real value for our clients and a fulfilling culture for our people.

    • Sales Director
      Oct 2023 - Mar 2024 · 6 mos

      Building the Swiss organization focused on: - CQV services - CSV expertise - Compliance Consulting

  • Sales & Business Development Digital Solution at SKAN AG
    May 2020 - Sep 2023 · 3 yrs 5 mos

    Business Development & client relationship management for the newly created Digital Solutions Business Unit

  • Sabbatical at For personal development, training & travel
    Apr 2019 - Apr 2020 · 1 yr 1 mo

    04.2019 - 09.2019 Full day Training to obtain Lean/SixSigma Black Belt and Corporate Development Manager 01.2020 - 03.2020 IPMA Project Manager, Level D

  • Key Account Manager at Altran
    Mar 2018 - Mar 2019 · 1 yr 1 mo

    Member of the Swiss Management Team Development of account strategy Ensuring successful project delivery Lobbying on C-Level

  • Agidens (Muttenz)
    • Business Unit Manager, Validation & Compliance
      Dec 2016 - Feb 2018 · 1 yr 3 mos

      Full P&L responsibility for Business Unit Validation & Compliance (>20 FTEs) Member of the Swiss Management Team Project controlling & oversight

    • Business Development Manager
      Apr 2013 - Dec 2016 · 3 yrs 9 mos

      Business Development Management Presentation at Trade Fairs and Congresses Project Management & Budgeting