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Philipp De Angelis

Zurich,ZH

Summary

Experienced and passionate Corporate Development & Strategy Manager, with proven track record in several industries. Natural problem solver, building trust and able to cut through complexity.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Development & Strategy Manager

Swiss Post
11.2023 - Current
  • Defined Strategy for the 2025-2028 cycle for 5 Markets (CHF 5bln) with Exec. Management and manage approval process through all levels of governance, including strategy presentations and internal communication
  • Strategic Planning and Review process, including agenda setting, organization and moderation of Strategy Workshops.
  • Led a range of strategic projects and initiatives, including the definition of a new growth strategy for a group company; turnaround plan for a group company; go-to-market strategy review for business area.

Head of Corporate Development

Ajila AG (Swisscom Group)
05.2021 - 09.2023
  • After leading the acquisition of the company (ajila AG) on Swisscom side, joined to support the founders/exec. team to achieve growth plan.
  • Reviewed strategy and product portfolio, identified opportunities for growth and ensured focus on prioritized areas and clients
  • Designed new digital signature platform by building on existing assets and skills, and achieved roll-out within Swisscom. The platform is now known as Swisscom Sign.
  • Developed and spread of best practices in project management, product communication and marketing

Growth Venture Builder

Swisscom
09.2018 - 05.2021


  • Identified, gained executive buy-in, built team and executed on new growth area for Swisscom, defining vision and strategy
  • Managed innovation funnel and cooperation with external partners, startups and other stakeholders, acting as representative at national strategic initiatives (Digital Identity) and contributing to a variety of projects and initiatives in various roles (eg. Chief Revenue Officer)
  • Executed M&A transaction and ensured successful PMI

Innovation and Transformation Partner

Swisscom
05.2017 - 09.2018
  • For the foresight and trend scouting arm of Swisscom Banking, as Client Partner and Consultant advised Swiss Banks onDigital Innovation, Transformation and Technology developments.
  • Responsible for Western Switzerland and Ticino, successfully grew client portfolio and managed strategic and transformation projects with diverse stakeholders on client side

Senior Strategy Project Manager

BSI Bank
03.2015 - 12.2015
  • Mandated by Executive Board, led strategy review and preparation activities for critical regulatory review by FINMA. Successfully prepared organization, executive team and Board of Directors.


Deputy Area Manager - Eastern Europe

BSI Bank (now EFG)
01.2014 - 03.2015



  • Acted as COO for Business Area with 3 Markets and Teams (46 Staff of Private Bankers and Assistants)
  • Ensured smooth operations and stringent operational controls while growing business


CEO Office

BSI Bank (now EFG)
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Corp. Secretary/Group Ceo Office role for global private bank; attended exec. meetings and ensured smooth distribution of decisions and follow up. Project manager for strategic projects;
  • Designed and rolled out new, efficient, information and documentation digital app for Board of Directors meetings.

Business Manager COO Asia

BSI Bank
11.2010 - 12.2012
  • Improv

Graduate Training Program

Wegelin & Co, Private Bankers
10.2009 - 10.2010

Education

Certificate - Venture Capital

Berkeley School of Law
09-2019

MBA -

IMD Business School
Lausanne
12-2016

Master of Science - International Affairs

Graduate Institute
Geneva
06-2008

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Corporate Strategy
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Executive Communication
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Transformation and Change Management
  • Empathy
  • Digital Transformation

Languages

German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Italian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Advanced (C1)
Spanish
Intermediate (B1)

Timeline

Corporate Development & Strategy Manager

Swiss Post
11.2023 - Current

Head of Corporate Development

Ajila AG (Swisscom Group)
05.2021 - 09.2023

Growth Venture Builder

Swisscom
09.2018 - 05.2021

Innovation and Transformation Partner

Swisscom
05.2017 - 09.2018

Senior Strategy Project Manager

BSI Bank
03.2015 - 12.2015

Deputy Area Manager - Eastern Europe

BSI Bank (now EFG)
01.2014 - 03.2015

CEO Office

BSI Bank (now EFG)
01.2013 - 01.2014

Business Manager COO Asia

BSI Bank
11.2010 - 12.2012

Graduate Training Program

Wegelin & Co, Private Bankers
10.2009 - 10.2010

Certificate - Venture Capital

Berkeley School of Law

MBA -

IMD Business School

Master of Science - International Affairs

Graduate Institute
Philipp De Angelis