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Level 3Job Description Summary
Accelerate your Finance career at Novartis through a structured earlycareer program offering handson experience across key Finance areas complemented by dedicated training coaching and mentoring.Job Description
Dont miss this unique opportunity to accelerate your career in Finance! During the program you will learn and practice skills across Novartis Finance which will include experience in operational assignments accounting and reporting as well as business planning and analysis. Your development will be supported by professional training sessions regular coaching and mentoring.
Start date: September 1 2026
Duration: The program lasts 3 years. You are employed on a permanent contract from the start
Key Requirements
Recent completion of a Masters Degree (MA/MSc) with a major in Finance / Accounting & Controlling / Life Sciences or other associated degrees with a confirmed interest in a Finance career.
Professional experience (e.g. internships) in the areas of Finance / Accounting / Financial Services.
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is a prerequisite German and French are valuable assets.
Strong quantitative analytical skills and a good business sense.
Excellent people and communication skills with a collaborative mindset.
A genuine interest in the pharmaceutical industry and a curiosity to discover different areas in Novartis.
Important information:
Application deadline: Sunday March 8 end of day
Please submit a cover letter that includes your motivation for the position and confirms your availability for a start on September 1 2026. Thank you.
Please note that we can only accept applicants who are eligible to work in Switzerland.
First interviews are planned to take place mid/late March to mid/late April.
Benefits and rewards:
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Skills Desired
Ability To Influence Key Stakeholders AI Driven Compliance And Controls Critical Thinking Data Cleansing / Normalization Data Visualization Employee Engagement Financial And Management Giving And Receiving Feedback Insight Generation Interpersonal Savvy Managing Ambiguity Market Understanding Planning & Analysis Process Optimization Rapid Problem Solving Reporting Understanding Value Drivers
Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to the evolving needs of patients worldwide.