Summary
About the Role
In this position, you will:
Be a part of the Norwegian leadership team, contributing to strategic discussions
Analyze and anticipate developments in the policy environment, building strategies to support Novartis’ work in consultation with relevant internal experts
Deliver political intelligence to Novartis, ensuring the company – at both national and above-national level – is updated on the political landscape, emerging issues, and opportunities
Develop public affairs strategies and messages to support Novartis’ work, in consultation with relevant internal experts
Lead Novartis’ public affairs advocacy externally – developing and maintaining a network of relevant stakeholders, representing Novartis with policymakers, organizing events, facilitating Novartis leader engagement
Develop public affairs materials to support Novartis external engagement, including briefings, narratives, presentations and consultation responses
Work collaboratively with organizations such as the Pharmaceutical Industry Association (Legemiddelindustrien), the Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise (NHO), and other partners
Qualifications:
Minimum bachelor's degree in political science, social science, economics, or a related field
Minimum five years of relevant work experience, including meeting with political stakeholders
Knowledge of the Norwegian public administration and political decision-making processes
Experience working in complex, matrixed structure
Commercial awareness
Strong written and verbal communication skills in Norwegian and English
Desirable:
Political experience in government, parliament, or a political party
Experience working in the pharmaceutical industry or Norwegian healthcare administration
Personal qualities:
A team player, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in different functions
Strong relationship-building and communication skills
Pragmatic, solution-oriented, and structured
Ability to handle high-paced environments and multiple tasks simultaneously
Curious and comfortable with complexity
What we offer:
Competitive compensation
Flexible work schedule
Development opportunities
Opportunity to be part of an inspiring corporate culture
On-the-job training
About Novartis:
Novartis is a Swiss pharmaceutical company and one of the leading providers of medicines in Norway. Novartis Norway is located in modern offices in Nydalen. We research, develop, and provide medicines in a wide range of therapy areas, including cancer and chronic and rare diseases. In addition, we have several ongoing clinical trials in Norway and a broad portfolio in innovative cell and gene therapies. We are proud collaborators in finding new solutions in the healthcare sector. For more information, visit www.novartis.no.
Why Novartis: Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture
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