Associate Director, Therapeutic Area Communications

Position Overview

Join a dynamic team in East Hanover, NJ, US or Basel, Switzerland, contributing to impactful product and portfolio communications strategies within the Cardiovascular & Metabolic (CVM) Therapeutic Area. This role embraces a hybrid working model, allowing for a balance between remote and on-site collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of integrated communications strategies tailored to market dynamics and stakeholder insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional development and commercial teams to enhance brand and therapeutic area objectives through effective communication.
• Work across various communications functions, including media relations, digital strategies, and patient advocacy, to ensure coordinated campaigns.
• Craft compelling brand and disease-state narratives, leveraging modern content strategies for diverse audiences.
• Protect and enhance the reputation of Novartis and the CVM portfolio through proactive communications planning and risk assessment.
• Develop and maintain metrics to measure the effectiveness of communications and demonstrate impact against business goals.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and company requirements during execution.
• Manage communications agency partnerships and budgets with efficiency.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated contribution to Novartis’ reputation and leadership in the CVM therapeutic area.
• Consistent and differentiated storytelling for CVM across various channels.
• Alignment of communications strategies within the therapeutic area.
• Engagement and narrative adoption across diverse audiences, particularly in AI-driven environments.
• Effective use of OGSM planning principles for measurable outcomes.
• Proven management of reputation risks and issues in CVM brands.
• Positive feedback from stakeholders on collaboration and strategic expertise.
• Commitment to personal development and continuous improvement.

Desirable Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree.
• Over 7 years of communications experience, particularly in brand communications.
• Experience managing agency partners and budgets.
• Background in crisis and issues management.
• Preferred experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Our Commitment

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive work environment with diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities we serve. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations to all individuals as needed.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a team that believes in the power of collaboration and innovation. Together, we can achieve breakthroughs to improve lives. Discover more about our culture and the benefits we offer to help you thrive personally and professionally.

Compensation

Salary range for this position: CHF122,500.00 - CHF227,500.00.

Location

Basel, Switzerland