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Global Regulatory Affairs Operations Resource Planner

Novartis


Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Job Description Summary

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Location: London (The Westworks) United Kingdom

We are seeking a highly organised and collaborative Global RA Operations Resource Planner to join our Regulatory Affairs Operations team.
In this role you will play a critical part in ensuring the effective planning and allocation of submission management and publishing resources across a diverse global portfolio. You will partner closely with stakeholders across Regulatory Affairs and Development to ensure timely high-quality delivery of regulatory submissions.


Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with stakeholders to gather validate and maintain accurate and complete submission planning information within operational planning tools.

  • Collaborate across Regulatory Operations including Submission Managers Publishers leadership and Development Unit stakeholders to support effective and timely resource allocation.

  • Contribute to the optimisation of resource assignment processes by implementing and supporting efficient workflows tools and continuous improvements.

  • Apply working knowledge of global submission types dossier components and publishing requirements to inform planning activities.

  • Ensure balanced and prioritised allocation of submission resources in line with portfolio needs and organisational priorities.

  • Develop maintain and deliver standard resource planning metrics and insights to support leadership decision-making.

  • Support and contribute to key initiatives related to resource planning reporting and operational excellence.

Essential Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience supporting resource planning and capacity management activities in a complex environment.

  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret manage and present data effectively.

  • Proven ability to coordinate and collaborate with stakeholders across a matrix organisation.

  • Proficiency in using resource planning tools systems and related technologies.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Desirable Requirements

  • Demonstrates knowledge of regulatory pharmaceutical and/or operational environments.

  • Experience working within project or resource allocation environments including relevant tools or systems.

  • Ability to support forecasting activities and scenario planning to inform resource decisions.

  • Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on enhancing processes and operational efficiency.

  • Relevant certifications (e.g. PMP Lean or similar) are advantageous.

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

    Analytical Reasoning Continuous Improvement Detail-Oriented Planning

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    Novartis is a global healthcare company based in Switzerland that provides solutions to the evolving needs of patients worldwide.

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