Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations

Salary Range:
€84,630.00 - €157,170.00
Job Description Summary
Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations
#LI-Hybrid
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Relocation Support: This role is based in Dublin Ireland. Novartis is unable to offer relocation support: please only apply if accessible.
You will play a critical role in shaping the operating model for International Communications & Patient Advocacy. As Senior Manager, Strategy & Operations, you will translate strategic priorities into scalable, performance-driven ways of working—embedding clear governance, planning discipline, and data- and AI-enabled solutions to drive alignment, simplification, execution excellence, and measurable impact across global and country teams.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
Design ,implement & continuously improve the International Comms & Patient Advocacy l operating model, ensuring clear governance, decision rights, and scalable ways of working
Lead planning, objective-setting, and prioritization to align resources with strategic business goals
Simplify and redesign processes to reduce complexity, duplication, and inefficiencies across the function
Apply data, automation, and artificial intelligence to improve workflows, decision-making, and execution speed
Define and embed performance frameworks, including key performance indicators and dashboards to track impact
Drive financial discipline, managing budgets, headcount, and resource allocation in line with priorities
Lead vendor strategy and partnerships to optimize value, reduce duplication, and align spend with strategic outcomes
Deliver transformation initiatives, embedding new ways of working and driving sustained adoption across teams
Essential Requirements
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification required
Extensive experience in strategy and operations, transformation, or management consulting within global organisations
Proven ability to design and implement operating models, governance structures, and scalable processes
Experience translating strategic priorities into clear objectives, success measures, and execution plans
Strong financial and resource management experience, including budget oversight and headcount planning
Demonstrated ability to lead change initiatives and drive adoption across complex, matrixed environments
Experience improving processes using data, automation, or artificial intelligence to drive efficiency and decision making
Strong analytical mindset with the ability to challenge complexity and drive simplification in ways of working
Benefits & Rewards
At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.
Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: €84,630 to €157,170
The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.
The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.
Skills Desired
Business Communications, Collaboration, Communication Methods, Curious Mindset, Employee Engagement, Internal Communications, Marketing, Media Relations, Multimedia Development, Photography, Social Media, Strategic Communication Planning