Director, Strategic Projects Lead

Novartis; Lavamünd; Hybrid; EUR 150.000 - 279.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible and hybrid working options

14 weeks paid parental leave

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Zusammenfassung

Novartis is seeking a Director, Strategic Projects Lead to drive end-to-end transformations in Basel, operating within a hybrid model. The role focuses on translating strategic priorities into executable plans and robust governance to deliver measurable impact across AQS.

Candidates should have pharma R&D expertise, strong program management skills, and a proven ability to influence senior stakeholders in matrix environments. A broad background in life sciences or related fields is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Degree or equivalent in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or related discipline.
• Significant experience in pharma R&D, life sciences consulting, or transformation environments.
• Proven success leading large cross-functional transformation or strategic initiatives.
• Strong understanding of drug development and pharma R&D operating environment.
• Ability to translate complex strategies into executable plans and measurable outcomes.
• Expertise in program and project management, including governance and delivery.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders in matrix organizations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and data-driven decision-making capabilities.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end delivery of strategic transformation initiatives with measurable business impact across AQS.
• Develop and maintain integrated transformation roadmaps aligned with priorities and goals.
• Translate strategic objectives into executable plans with milestones and dependencies.
• Establish governance frameworks to monitor progress, risks, and outcomes.
• Drive alignment and execution across cross-functional teams and Development stakeholders.
• Influence matrix teams to deliver complex initiatives without direct authority.
• Implement scalable operating models, processes, and ways of working.
• Champion change adoption through communication, capability building, and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to optimize execution and outcomes.
• Act as trusted advisor to senior leaders on transformation strategy and delivery.

Kenntnisse

Clinical Research

Drug Development

Financial Management

Influencing Skills

Leadership

Microsoft Project

Prioritization

Program Management

Project Delivery

Project Planning

Requirements Gathering

Ausbildung

Degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, or Business

Jobbeschreibung

Salary Range:

CHF142,100.00 - CHF263,900.00

Job Description Summary

Director, Strategic Projects Lead
#LI-Hybrid
Location: Basel, Switzerland

This role is based in Basel, Switzerland. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role. Please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end delivery of strategic transformation initiatives, ensuring measurable business impact across AQS.
• Develop and maintain integrated transformation roadmaps aligned with strategic priorities and organizational goals.
• Translate strategic objectives into executable plans with clear priorities, milestones, and dependencies.
• Establish robust governance frameworks to monitor progress, risks, outcomes, and overall program performance.
• Drive alignment and execution across cross-functional teams, functions, and Development stakeholders.
• Influence and lead matrix teams to successfully deliver complex initiatives without direct authority.
• Implement scalable operating models, processes, and ways of working that enhance organizational performance.
• Champion change adoption through effective communication, capability building, and stakeholder engagement.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to optimize execution, prioritization, and transformation outcomes.
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on transformation strategy, delivery, and execution excellence.

Essential Requirements:

• Degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Business, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in pharmaceutical research and development, life sciences consulting, or transformation environments.
• Proven success leading large-scale, cross-functional transformation or strategic initiatives.
• Strong understanding of drug development and the pharmaceutical research and development operating environment.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex strategies into executable plans and measurable outcomes.
• Expertise in program and project management, including planning, governance, execution, and delivery.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead effectively within matrix organizations.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and data-driven decision-making capabilities.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: 142,100.00 - 263,900.00 CHF

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Pay equity is a fundamental principle of our employment policy and reflects our commitment to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment that treats all employees with dignity and respect, as outlined in our Code of Ethics.

Read our brochure to learn more about our global total rewards offering:

https://www.novartis.com/sites/novartis_com/files/novartis-life-handbook.pdf

Note: Benefits and compensation may vary by country and are subject to local legal requirements, including provisions of collective bargaining agreements where applicable. A full overview of your compensation package, including any relevant collective bargaining agreement details applicable to your role based on your employment location and Novartis employer entity, will be communicated separately to you during the application process.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion / EEO paragraph

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

Skills Desired

Clinical Research, Drug Development, Financial Management, Influencing Skills, Leadership, Microsoft Project, Prioritization, Program Management, Project Delivery, Project Planning, Requirements Gathering