Associate Director EEE Governance

Summary

Primary Location: Hyderabad, India

Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you

Step into a pivotal role where your expertise will shape the future of scientific engagement at Novartis. As Associate Director EEE Governance, you’ll be at the forefront of implementing enterprise-wide standards and driving compliance across global medical affairs. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure ethical, impactful interactions with healthcare professionals and organizations, while influencing strategic decisions and enabling operational excellence. This is your opportunity to lead with integrity, innovate within a dynamic matrix environment, and make a meaningful difference in global health.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Director, EEE Governance in designated therapeutic areas and deputize when needed
• Implement Novartis standards and processes, ensuring alignment with evolving laws and strategies
• Provide subject matter expertise on scientific engagement across global and regional teams
• Review and guide scientific engagements in collaboration with Legal and ERC teams
• Act as SME for Medical Affairs engagements like preceptorships and advisory boards
• Serve as governance lead for international medical congresses, coordinating risk alignment
• Deliver training on standards to internal teams and external partners, including new hires
• Drive innovative scientific engagement solutions aligned with portfolio strategy
• Oversee global congress sponsorships for regulatory and BeSure compatibility
• Monitor HCP & HCO engagements to ensure quality, compliance, and risk mitigation
  
  

Essential Requirements

• University degree in Business Administration, Law, International Marketing, Communication, or Science
• Minimum 8 years of experience in pharmaceutical HCP & HCO engagement and scientific education
• Strong background in pharmaceutical compliance and governance environments
• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to manage external vendors and build effective partnerships
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation capabilities
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration and global team environments
• High ethical standards with strong change management and stakeholder engagement skills
  
  

Desirable Requirements

• Experience working in a global pharmaceutical organization with complex matrix structures
• Familiarity with international medical congress operations and compliance frameworks
  
  

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