Senior Manager, R&D Executive Communications and Engagement

Key Responsibilities:  

• Support the design and execution of an associate engagement communications strategy for the Development function. Strategically manage requests and maintain editorial plan.
• Develop, deliver, and amplify inspiring associate engagement programs and stories Development audiences to further connect our people to the organization’s culture, strategy, and innovation to instill pride and drive performance.
• Own and assess the internal landscape of communication channels, strategically developing a comprehensive plan to optimize engagement. Track performance metrics regularly and formulate data-driven strategies for continuous improvement.
• Produce and lead communications strategies to support change initiatives and efforts across Development including integrations and leadership/organizational changes.
• Drive innovative approaches to associate engagement and other focus areas by closely tracking best and emerging practices within and beyond our industry.
• Promote and foster transparent and clear communication across Development and understand issues or key topics.
• Support execution of strategic and holistic executive positioning for the President, Development and CMO, to strengthen influence and help drive business impact on an ad hoc basis.
• Amplify and support development of the R&D story with key Enterprise audiences to inspire and bolster confidence in the future of our company and our ability to discover and develop meaningful medicines for patients. 
• Collaborate closely and maintain a strong working relationship across the Corporate Affairs team as well as Development teams, Research, and Commercial continuum to ensure consistent and transparent communication across the organization.
• Exemplify a predictive mindset seeking multidirectional insights to understand our environments and stakeholders, and embrace iterative, measurable experimentation and action.   

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field.
• Many years of experience in communications role with focus on R&D, Executive, Internal Communications or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development and implementation of successful communication strategies.
• Strong understanding of our industry and specifically R&D.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and insights to drive decision-making.
• Ability to influence at a senior level and navigate complexity. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and drive results under tight deadlines.  ​
• Strategic communications and business partnering
• Excellent people and collaboration skills ​

Benefits and rewards: 

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https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards 

Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

We are 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 any order to receive more detailed information about essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to inclusion.switzerland@novartis.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.