• Serve as a subject matter expert, maintaining oversight of Regulatory Affairs (RA) activities to support portfolio needs, objectives, and project execution.
• Drive essential processes, analyze KPIs/metrics, and provide recommendations to inform resource prioritization and budget allocation for the RA Enabling Functions Leadership Team (EF-LT).
• Deliver robust EF-LT governance, enabling timely, informed decision-making and effective resource allocation.
• Enhance EF-LT effectiveness by managing team processes and introducing tools to build team performance.
• Lead value-based projects to transform RA functional health and core competencies.
• Act as a key liaison and sparring partner to senior stakeholders across RA, Development, Biomedical Research, and Commercial functions.
• Develop compelling business cases for leadership endorsement and alignment.
• Create and manage annual operating plans and management rhythms, supporting proactive planning and efficient leadership team operations.

Minimum requirements:

• Fluent in English (oral and written).
• Significant experience in global strategy, innovation, or management consulting; specific experience in Regulatory Affairs is preferred.
• Proven ability to lead and manage people within a global matrix environment.
• Strong project management skills with a demonstrated ability to optimize ways of working.
• Solid background in budget, finance, and resource management within pharmaceutical research and development settings.
• Demonstrated ability to create strategic objectives and plans based on internal and external assessments.
• Excellent negotiation and conflict resolution skills, strong decision-making abilities, and outstanding written and visual communication skills.

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse team’s representative of the patients and communities we serve.