Director, Social Impact & Sustainability Strategy

Salary Range:

CHF150500.00 - CHF279500.00

Job Description Summary

Were a team of dedicated and smart people united by a drive to achieve together. You will ensure Novartis Social Impact & Sustainability (SI&S) Strategy will remain fit for purpose and up to date in line with Novartis corporate strategy priorities external developments stakeholder expectations and evolving regulatory landscape. You will independently develop lead and implement key strategic priorities with a 50% focus on Environmental Sustainability and 50% focus on Social Impact topics.

This role reports into the Global Head Social Impact & Sustainability Strategy Integration & Measurement and works closely with the Head of Social Impact and Chief Sustainability Officer the ESG Committee (Novartis Executive-level decision Board for Social Impact & Sustainability) and Executive-1 and -2 leaders.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Drive the evolution of Novartis SI&S strategy and roadmap - including Environmental Sustainability (incl. carbon water waste/circularity and nature/biodiversity) Social Impact (Health Equity/Inclusive Access Philanthropy) & other ESG topics.

• Ensure Novartis SI&S targets and priorities are fit for purpose and aligned with latest external expectations standards and frameworks.

• Identify opportunities to accelerate progress on Novartis ambitious SI&S targets; drive continuous improvement by providing expert guidance across different business functions (incl. Operations Development Commercial).

• Support the Global Head SI&S Strategy Business Integration & Measurement in defining and driving key initiatives; support strategic bold moves in Environmental Sustainability & ESG for Novartis Group the CEO the Novartis ESG Committee (Executive-level decision body) and Board of Directors.

• Independently drive and lead high profile company-wide strategic initiatives with a focus on (1) new strategic priorities for embedding into the business (e.g. new opportunities in Climate Change & Health new initiatives to accelerate inclusive access to medicines); (2) acceleration of key existing priorities (e.g. further refining Carbon Transition Plan and requirements to achieve 2030 and 20240 environmental targets); (3) cross-functional initiatives and projects translating and scaling strategy into enterprise/business unit/function/country programmes.

• Ideate develop and implement big bold moves concepts for SI&S; ensuring Novartis SI&S agenda stays competitive and differentiated vs. peers; partner with public and private stakeholders to drive meaningful impact.

• Support colleagues in business units and functions as advisor and sparring partner ensuring consistent implementation of global strategy across the business (e.g. teams in Global Health Patient Access Ethics & Compliance Finance & Reporting Investor Relations).

• Be on the forefront of knowledge in the sustainability and ESG space in the industry; keep abreast of evolving regulations standards and industry trends; translate external developments into strategic implications and options.

• Participate in industry groups represent Novartis in external discussions and shape standards for our industry (e.g. Pharmaceutical Environment Group WBCSD Sustainable Markets Initiative).

Essential Criteria:

• Degree in Business Strategy Engineering Sustainability or Life Sciences (MBA a plus); or equivalent on-the-job experience.

• While acting as an ESG strategy generalist strong expert knowledge of Environmental Sustainability topics and practices (carbon water waste/circularity nature/biodiversity) including key trends standards and frameworks (incl. science-based targets).

• Proven track record of concrete achievements in ESG Social Impact & Environmental Sustainability projects and strategy work driving and influencing corporates SI&S agenda.

• Extensive project and program management experience in strategic projects; ability to develop and manage projects with high quality interact with senior management and lead cross-functional project teams (internal stakeholders and external providers).

• Ability to balance strategic intent with operational reality; experience in enterprise integration transformation or programme orchestration roles. Confident orchestration without formal line authority and ability to navigate a complex matrix environment.

• Ability to develop presentations for senior leaders (incl. Executive & Board level) communicate and present clearly and make strategic recommendations.

• High proficiency in English - both written and oral.

Desirable Criteria:

• Previous experience in the pharmaceutical industry (industry knowledge).

• Management consulting background preferred (equal to engagement manager or associate principal level) or other relevant extensive work experience.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

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

Accessibility and Accommodation:

Novartis is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to all individuals. If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process or in order to receive more detailed information about the essential functions of a position please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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