We are over 53,000 people, all around the world, from different backgrounds and cultures: a broad palette of talent and ideas that powers our innovation and imagination. But there are some things we all have in common - whether we’re researching innovative therapies, planning marketing, maintaining facilities, or filing accounts. We’re talking about the mindset and attitude that make a Boehringer Ingelheim person.
Certainly, we look for the drive to break new ground – innovation is in our DNA and we look for people who share that passion. After all, we want to make millions of lives better, and it takes driven people to do that – people who are passionate about what they do, willing to keep going because the goal is worth the hard work.
Equally, though, we look for what’s sometimes called ‘a people person’ – empathy, a willingness to cooperate and collaborate. We are a family-owned company, and a family atmosphere defines the working environment at Boehringer Ingelheim. We listen to each other, support each other, respect each other and we celebrate shared success.
Because of that, we can trust each other. Integrity matters to us – scientifically, medically, and personally.
That doesn’t mean, though, that we don’t value individuality: the unique life experiences of a global collective of people. Each of us brings something different to the company in terms of talents and perspectives, and we see strengths in those differences. We strive for diversity and inclusion in more ways than one; varied viewpoints improve our understanding of our customers and markets, helping us to drive innovation for patients.
And we expect these things at all levels. Our leadership development courses help our leaders to lead by example; we are proud to say that the leaders who emerge from these courses are not only skilled and effective but fully in tune with our values. And it isn’t just our leaders – all our people make the most of the development opportunities we offer, building on their individual strengths and ambitions to drive us all forward as a business.
Ground-breaking innovation. The drive to make a difference. Unique perspectives and shared values. Developing along your own path for the good of all.
That’s our kind of people.