Director, CRM DU Strategy & Engagement (80-100%)
Novartis Group Companies
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Job summary
Novartis is seeking a Director-level leader to shape CRM DU strategy and engagement in Basel, Switzerland, partnering with senior leadership to drive portfolio priorities, external collaboration, and governance across Development Unit initiatives.
The role combines strategic and operational execution, leading cross-functional programs, and championing a culture of innovation and high performance within a global pharmaceutical setting.
Qualifications
- Master's degree or Doctorate in Life Sciences, or MBA with relevant experience.
- Pharmaceutical industry experience in drug development.
- Experience leading cross-functional strategic programs.
- Strong PM capabilities in matrixed organizations.
- Broad understanding of early and late-stage drug development.
- Experience with partnerships, external collaborations, business development, CI or portfolio activities.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with global teams and international environments.
- Fluent English, written and spoken.
Responsibilities
- Lead integrated communications, engagement, and culture strategy across the Development Unit.
- Develop strategic communications articulating Development Unit priorities and value.
- Advance portfolio strategy initiatives through cross-functional collaboration.
- Lead competitive intelligence activities providing actionable portfolio insights.
- Drive TransCelerate participation including stakeholder alignment and governance.
- Facilitate cross-functional forums and leadership discussions.
- Support portfolio governance, prioritization, and resource planning.
- Prepare strategic analyses and presentations for senior leadership.
- Establish SharePoint collaboration platforms supporting DU operations.
- Champion culture of innovation, inclusion, transparency, and high performance.
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Job description
Salary Range:
CHF142,100.00 - CHF263,900.00
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Location: Basel, Switzerland
Are you passionate about shaping strategy, strengthening engagement, and enabling organizational impact across one of Novartis' most innovative Development Units?
The Director, CRM DU Strategy & Engagement serves as a strategic partner to the Head of Strategic CRM Development and External Liaison, helping drive Development Unit priorities through communications, engagement, portfolio strategy, competitive intelligence, operational excellence, and external collaboration. This highly visible role combines strategic thinking with operational execution and provides an opportunity to influence cross-functional initiatives that support the Cardiovascular, Renal and Metabolism Development Unit's vision and long-term success
Lead and execute an integrated communications, engagement, and culture strategy that strengthens organizational alignment, visibility, and stakeholder engagement across the Development Unit.
Develop and deliver strategic communications that clearly articulate Development Unit priorities, achievements, and value creation.
Advance portfolio strategy initiatives and business development priorities through collaboration across Development, Biomedical Research, and other partner functions.
Lead competitive intelligence activities, providing actionable portfolio insights and ensuring stakeholders have access to relevant information.
Drive Novartis participation in TransCelerate activities, including stakeholder alignment, portfolio oversight, leadership engagement, and internal communications.
Facilitate cross-functional forums and leadership discussions that support enterprise collaboration and shared learning.
Support portfolio governance, prioritization, resource planning, and risk management activities across the Development Unit.
Prepare strategic analyses, reports, and presentations for senior leadership reviews and decision-making forums.
Establish and maintain SharePoint-based collaboration and knowledge-sharing platforms supporting Development Unit operations.
Champion a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, inclusion, transparency, and high performance.
Master's degree or Doctorate in Life Sciences, or MBA with relevant scientific background and equivalent experience.
Significant pharmaceutical industry experience within drug development or a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
Demonstrated success leading complex cross-functional initiatives and strategic programs.
Strong project management capabilities with a track record of delivering outcomes in matrixed organizations.
Broad understanding of early and late-stage drug development.
Experience supporting partnerships, external collaborations, business development, competitive intelligence, or strategic portfolio activities.
Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
Experience working with global teams and international business environments.
Fluent English, written and spoken.
Experience engaging with industry consortia and external collaborations.
Familiarity with SharePoint, data visualization, AI-enabled productivity tools, and portfolio management platforms.
Experience supporting senior executive leaders and governance forums within a global pharmaceutical organization.
Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people, collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Together we achieve breakthroughs that change patients' lives.
Ready to create a brighter future together?
At Novartis, we're committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: CHF 142,500 to CHF 263,500
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.
- Insurance plans
- Retirement plans
- Wellbeing resources
- Global recognition programs
- Flexible and hybrid working options, where possible
- 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.
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Drug Development, Global Project Management, Program Management, Team Management
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