Director of Applied AI, Scaling Strategist

Independently drive strategic tech/AI projects for Novartis Group, the CEO and the Executive Committee

Drive value by defining cross-cutting solutions (including strategy projects, cross-functional working groups, tech products) that will enable AI to fully scale in the business

Generate strategic insights based on best-in-class analysis, distill outputs and recommendations which enable informed decisions of top-level leaders on AI and Reimagining Work

Serve as a Subject Matter Expert for the team on select AI related topics

Develop network of tech/AI experts and leaders across Novartis

The Enterprise AI & Reimagine Work team is a central group helping shape and accelerate AI-enabled ways of working across the enterprise. We partner with business units and functions to turn leadership priorities into focused action, scale high-impact initiatives, unblock execution, and build reusable solutions that help teams work smarter. This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of enterprise transformation, AI, and hands-on problem solving

• Bachelor’s degree, advanced degree preferred (MS, MBA)

• Proficiency in English required (spoken and written) with proficiency in other languages a plus

• Project and program management experience in strategic projects, ideally in pharma/healthcare with a track record of strong business impact

• Hands on experience (e.g., 2 years) in digital/AI related fields e.g., product management, digital analytics, building software products

• Established record of driving strategic AI/digital transformation and topics with value creation in mind

• Significant experience gained in a top tier consultancy (manager level)

• Effective and persuasive communicator with strong presentation, communication (both written and verbal), influencing and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work with and lead multi-disciplinary teams including engineers, architects

• Experience in executive level communications.

• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, to be determined based on business needs.