Nancy Brunner
About Nancy Brunner
Nancy Brunner is the Senior Manager of Human Resources EMEA at Novocure, with extensive experience in HR roles across various multinational companies and a strong background in coaching and positive psychology.
Title
Nancy Brunner holds the position of Senior Manager, Human Resources EMEA at Novocure. She operates in a hybrid role, based in Switzerland.
Professional Experience
Nancy Brunner has extensive professional experience across various high-profile companies. Before joining Novocure, she worked at Align Technology as a Senior HR Business Partner from 2021 to 2023. Prior to that, she spent seven years at Morgan Stanley as an HR Business Partner and HR Site and Country Responsible for Switzerland & Luxembourg. Earlier roles include a 14-year tenure at UBS as a Human Resources Business Partner and Manager IT, as well as positions at Bindella Unternehmungen, Boston Consulting Group, and Bank Julius Bär.
Education and Certifications
Nancy Brunner has a diverse educational background. She holds a Certificate of Advanced Studies (CAS) in Positive Psychology from the University of Zurich, achieved between 2017 and 2018. She also earned a Master in Business Administration (NDS BWL) from the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland, completed in 2006. Additionally, she is an ICF-certified ACC Coach, and holds certifications as a Coaching Expert from Kurszentrum, Aarau, and as an eidg. Personalfachfrau.
Skills and Expertise
Nancy Brunner brings a wealth of skills and expertise to her role. She is well-versed in supporting managers and employees in global matrix organizations, with proficiency in both English and German. Her knowledge spans Swiss Labor Law and Social Security System, diversity and inclusion, compensation and benefits, and employee relations. She has also managed leadership development, recruitment and onboarding, and international transfers, and is skilled in performance management, coaching, retention, succession planning, and talent development.
Background
Nancy Brunner has a robust background working in complex, multinational environments. She has held HR site and country responsibility roles, emphasizing her deep understanding of organizational needs. Her career trajectory showcases her commitment to helping others develop, with significant experience in various HR capacities from large financial institutions to consulting firms.