Director, Corporate Affairs Intelligence, Strategic Insights

About the role

Novartis is looking for a Director, Corporate Affairs Intelligence, Strategic Insights, based in Basel, Switzerland. The role sits at the intersection of intelligence, strategy and Corporate Affairs, advising senior stakeholders on external trends, risks and opportunities so they can turn them into action. Relocation support is not offered.

Key responsibilities

• Lead strategic intelligence initiatives that inform Corporate Affairs and enterprise decisions.
• Turn complex analysis into insights, implications and recommendations for senior leaders.
• Connect external developments to business priorities, identifying risks, opportunities and strategic actions.
• Develop enterprise-level perspectives that shape Corporate Affairs strategy and decision-making.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to give trusted counsel on emerging external dynamics.
• Identify intelligence gaps and anticipate developments with potential business or reputational impact.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment and strengthen intelligence capabilities, methodologies and ways of working.
• Coach and develop colleagues in business partnership, enterprise interpretation, strategic leadership and senior counsel.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree; advanced business degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in strategic intelligence, management consulting, corporate strategy or a related field.
• Proven ability to turn complex information into strategic insights and executive recommendations.
• Experience partnering with and influencing senior leaders in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Strong understanding of Corporate Affairs, communications, public affairs, policy or reputation management.
• Pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical industry experience.
• Demonstrated success building trusted relationships and influencing outcomes without formal authority.

Required skills

• Exceptional storytelling and communication skills, able to simplify complex concepts.
• AI fluency and the ability to apply AI-native ways of working responsibly.

What we offer

• Expected annual base salary of CHF 137,900 to CHF 256,100, set according to skills, competencies and experience.
• Possible performance-based bonus and long-term equity awards, with further details during the application process.
• Insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs.
• Flexible and hybrid working options where possible, and at least 14 weeks of paid parental leave.